Module lecturers

Nick Jackson and Juliana Cunha Carneiro Pinto (Module Leader)

Aims

All Economics MSc core modules require that students are familiar with basic quantitative techniques. Introductory Mathematics and Statistics aims to provide you with necessary mathematical and statistical skills to complete these modules.

Learning outcomes

Students should have an understanding of fundamental concepts in mathematics and statistics relevant to the other core modules and be able to apply these concepts to economics.

Contents

Introductory Maths and Statistics will cover the following topics:

• Linear Algebra
• Calculus and Dynamics
• Multivariable Calculus and Optimisation
• Probability and Statistics

Pre-requisites

A sound understanding of algebra and single-variable calculus. Familiarity with basic linear algebra and statistics as well.

Preparation

You may find it useful to prepare for the Introductory Mathematics and Statistics course by working through the Refresher Mathematics for EconomicsLink opens in a new window resource in Moodle. This will help you revise some basic mathematical concepts. We expect you to comfortably pass the diagnostic tests in all 5 sections. The resource will be available to you shortly after you have completed course registration.

Resources

Course materials will be published on the EC961 Moodle pageLink opens in a new window. This resource will be available the week commencing 9 September.

Syllabus and Readings

The syllabus for Introductory Maths and Statistics and advice on Readings can be found in this document:
Syllabus and Readings

Timetable

Lecture and classes will be taught in-person so you will need to arrive at Warwick by the course start date (Monday 16 September 2024). The teaching schedule is given on the Induction Timetable. You will be able to see your allocated class and room location in TabulaLink opens in a new window by 5.00pm on Monday 16 September.

Online Assessments

• Test 1 on Monday 23 September (first attempt)
• Test 1 on Monday 30 September (second attempt)
• Test 2 on Wednesday 2 October

Your course tests will contribute towards your mark for the Quantitative Methods: Econometrics module, with a weighting of 10% for students taking MSc Economics and MSc Economics and International Financial Economics, and 20% for MSc Behavioural and Economic Science (Economics Track). You are not required to pass the Introductory Maths and Statistics course to be awarded a pass mark for the Quantitative Methods: Econometrics module, but we recommend reviewing the course materials again during the Autumn Term if you don’t perform well.