Mathematical Economics

AY2014/2015 Semester 1

This course deals with basic mathematical tools used to analyze economic problems. These include matrix algebra, linear programming, differential calculus, differential and difference equations. This course emphasizes economic applications of each technique and an understanding of standard economic models. Economic models of continuous and lagged adjustments will be introduced. By the end of the course, students will have learned enough mathematical skills to read some technical articles in economics and to analyze some economic problems.