Information Package / Course Catalogue
Business Mathematics
Course Code: ULT103
Course Type: Required
Couse Group: First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree)
Education Language: Turkish
Work Placement: none
Theory: 3
Prt.: 0
Credit: 3
Lab: 0
ECTS: 5
Objectives of the Course

The aim of this course is to provide students with knowledge about basic mathematical concepts and to convey the application of mathematics in business and economics.

Course Content

Functions, linear and nonlinear functions, limits, derivatives, integrals, and the applications of these topics in business and economics.

Name of Lecturer(s)
Assoc. Prof. Algın OKURSOY
Assoc. Prof. Didem TEZSÜRÜCÜ COŞANSU
Learning Outcomes
1.Define and explain mathematical terminology and basic concepts (functions, matrices, derivatives, integrals, etc.).
2.Represent business and economic problems using mathematical models (systems of equations etc.).
3.Develop the ability to solve complex problems through analytical thinking.
4.Gain the ability to analyze and interpret data using mathematical methods.
5.Perform cost-benefit analysis and profitability analysis using mathematical methods.
6.Develop critical thinking skills to create innovative solutions to problems using various mathematical methods.
Recommended or Required Reading
1.İşletme, İktisat, Yaşam Bilimleri ve Sosyal Bilimler İçin Genel Matematik, Çeviri Edit. Prof. Dr. Arif SABUNCUOĞLU, Nobel Yayınları, Aralık, 2011.
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
Week 1 - Theoretical
Basic concept of mathematics
Week 2 - Theoretical
Functions
Week 3 - Theoretical
Linear functions and their graph
Week 4 - Theoretical
Linear revenue, cost and profit functions, break-even point, market equilibrium, marginal cost concept
Week 5 - Theoretical
Non-linear functions
Week 6 - Theoretical
Graph of parabol and applications of non-lienar functions on business and economics
Week 7 - Theoretical
Limits and continuity
Week 8 - Theoretical
Right-hand and left-hand limit
Week 9 - Theoretical
Definition and rules of derivates
Week 10 - Theoretical
Applications of derivates on business and economics
Week 11 - Theoretical
Applications of derivates on business and economics
Week 12 - Theoretical
Definition and rules of integral
Week 13 - Theoretical
Definite integral and applications
Week 14 - Theoretical
Applications of definite integral on business and economics
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Type of AssessmentCountPercent
Quiz2%5
Midterm Examination1%35
Final Examination1%60
Workload Calculation
ActivitiesCountPreparationTimeTotal Work Load (hours)
Lecture - Theory141356
Individual Work142028
Quiz2204
Midterm Examination117118
Final Examination122123
TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours)129
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes