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Free University of Bozen-Bolzano

Preparatory course in Mathematics - Mathematics for Economists

Semester -1 · 30152 · Bachelor in Tourism, Sport and Event Management · 0CP · EN


This course offers a review of key mathematical concepts to support students as they begin undergraduate studies in economics. It covers mathematical logic, sets, number systems, fractions, polynomials, powers, logarithms, and basic combinatorics. The course also revisits solving equations and inequalities, working with algebraic expressions, and analysing and graphing elementary real functions such as quadratic, polynomial, rational and exponential functions. The course combines short lectures with exercises and active participation to reinforce understanding.

Lecturers: Benjamin Weißing

Teaching Hours: 20
Lab Hours: -
Mandatory Attendance: optional course, no mandatory attendance

Course Topics
Numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages Exponents and radicals Algebraic expressions: simplification, expansion, and factorisation Equations, including linear and quadratic equations Inequalities and solution sets Coordinate geometry: Cartesian coordinates, lines, slopes, and intercepts Functions and graphs: notation, domain, range, and graphical interpretation Polynomial functions, with emphasis on linear and quadratic functions Exponential and logarithmic functions Elementary counting methods Basic probability and interpretation of probabilities

Teaching format
Synchronous in person lecture and exercises

Educational objectives
ILO (Intended Learning Outcomes) ILO 1 - Knowledge and understanding ILO 1.1 Basic mathematical concepts (sets and operations on sets, relationships and their properties, general functions, numbers and elementary equations/inequalities) ILO 1.5 Mathematical terminology in English. ILO 2 - Ability to apply knowledge and understanding ILO 2.1 Basic concepts useful for attending courses in economics, business administration and management

Assessment
A written test (ILO 1-2) serves to assess students' initial knowledge in mathematics. If the assessment is negative, the student will be assigned additional educational requirements (OFA) to be fulfilled within the first study year.

Evaluation criteria
Correctness of answers in the written test.

Required readings
  • none



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