QURTUBA UNIVERSITY

Of Science and Information Technology

Course Name Business Mathematics

 The purpose of the course is to provide the student with a mathematical basis for personal and
business financial decisions through eight instructional modules.
 The course stresses business applications using arithmetic, algebra, and ratio-proportion and
graphing. Applications include payroll, cost-volume-profit analysis and merchandising
mathematics.
 The course also includes Statistical Representation of Data, Correlation, Time Series and
Exponential Smoothing, Elementary Probability and Probability Distributions. This course
stresses logical reasoning and problem solving skills.

Grading Criteria

Distribution Weight

Quizzes, Assignments, and class participation 10

Mid Term 20

Final Term 70

Total 100

Recommended Books
 Business Mathematics by Mirza by Mohammad Hassan and Mohammad Ali Mirza 3rd Edition.

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WEEK WISE BREAKDOWN

Week Description
Basic Algebra
 Basic algebraic operations
1
 Factorization of algebraic factions
 Algebraic factions
 Set
 Definition of set
 Forms of set
2
 Operation of set
 Kinds of sets
 Diagrammatic representation of set
Equations
 Simple equation and its solution
 Simultaneous equations
3
 Solution of two equations in two unknowns
 Solution of three equations in three unknowns
 Solution of two equations in three unknowns
Quadratic equations
 Solution of quadratic equations by
4  Factorization
 By completing the square
 Solution by quadratic formula
Sequences & Series
 What do mean by sequence & series
5&6  Arithmetic & Geometric sequence/series
 General term of Arithmetic & Geometric sequence/series
 Practical questions
Derivatives
7  Definition and concept of derivative
 Rules of differentiation
 2nd order derivatives
8
 Marginal analysis and derivatives
Two Assignments + Two Test Mid Term Exam
9  Maxima, minima and point of inflection
 Application of maxima, and minima in business
10
 Cost minimization
 Profit maximization
11
 Most economical order quantity
Integration
 Definition and basic concept of integral
12  Rules of integration of integration formulas.
 Integration by change of variable application of integrals.
 Evaluation of definite integrals and application of definite integrals
13 Mathematics of Finance–1

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  Percentage mark up
 Simple interest & percentage value
 Simple discount
Mathematics of Finance- 2
 Compound interest
14
 Compound amount
 Depreciation by reducing Balance method
Mathematics of Finance- 3
 Annuities
15&16  Formula for sum of annuities
 Sinking fund for repayment of Debt.
 Amortization of debt.
Two Assignments + Two Test+ Presentation Final Term

Learning Outcomes:

 Define basic terms in the areas of business calculus and financial mathematics.
 Explain basic methods of business calculus, types of different equations helpful for business
administration and their basic applications in practice.
 Solve problems in the areas of business calculus, simple and compound interest account, use of
compound interest account, loan and consumer credit.
 Connect acquired knowledge and skills with practical problems in economic practice.

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