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Course Specifications

Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

The National Commission for Academic Accreditation & Assessment

Dept. of Business Administration, Community College Dammam

University of Dammam

Course Specifications

(CS)

Principles of Business Mathematics

QM 204

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Course Specifications

Institution Date of Report December 8, 2013

University of Dammam

College/Department Community College Dammam, Dept. of Business Administration

A. Course Identification and General Information

1. Course title and code: Principles of Business Mathematics - QM 204

2. Credit hours 3 Credit Hours

3. Program(s) in which the course is offered.

(If general elective available in many programs indicate this rather than list programs)

Diploma in Business Administration

4. Name of faculty member responsible for the course

5. Level/year at which this course is offered First Level

6. Pre-requisites for this course (if any)

SEE Study Plan

7. Co-requisites for this course (if any)

8. Location if not on main campus Community College Dammam

9. Mode of Instruction (mark all that apply)

a. Traditional classroom What percentage?

b. Blended (traditional and online) What percentage?

c. e-learning What percentage?

d. Correspondence What percentage?

f. Other What percentage?

Comments: The instructor is encouraged to use various teaching and learning methodologies.The exact

percentage depends on the nature of the course It is the instructor’s discretion and responsibility to

provide the percentage in his/her syllabus at the start of the course.

X

100

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B. Objectives

1. What is the main purpose for this course?

The main purpose of this course in Mathematics for Business is to introduce the student to the

mathematics of business and finance. The focus is on identifying and graphing different types of

functions, solving linear and quadratic equations and inequalities, solving systems of linear equations,

performing operations on exponential and logarithmic expressions, using integration and

differentiation, computing interest, calculating the future value of a principal under annual

compounding and becoming competent at symbolic manipulation of relevant equations and

expressions pertaining to the mathematics of business applications. Another emphasis is on obtaining

skills in using computer software to assist in the formulation, analysis of, and solution of real

problems. The goal is to provide the student with a set of tools to acquire the ability to read, write,

listen to and speak mathematics within the framework of a business context. The student will leave the

course with a basic understanding of how to manipulate mathematics in different business applications.

2. Briefly describe any plans for developing and improving the course that are being implemented.

(e.g. increased use of IT or web based reference material, changes in content as a result of new

research in the field)

Interactive learning in class is applied. Students are given projects in which they investigate real-world

situations, analyze data, develop solutions, write reports and present results in class. The use of

software such as Excel is encouraged and the final results are delivered in class by the students through

PowerPoint presentations. Discussions follow each presentation and the teacher concludes by

reviewing some of the techniques used by the students in their projects.

C. Course Description (Note: General description in the form to be used for the Bulletin or

handbook should be attached)

1. Topics to be Covered

List of Topics No. of

Weeks

Contact Hours

Linear Equations 1 3

Application of Linear Equations in Business: Supply and demand analysis

1 3

Application of Linear Equations in Business: Transposition of formulae, Income determination

1 3

Non- Linear Equation : Quadratic Equations 1 3

Quadratic Equations Application ( Revenue, cost and profit) 1 3

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Indices and Logarithms, The Exponential and natural Logarithm functions

1 3

Tutorial , Review and First Examination 1 3

Mathematics of Finance 1 3

Mathematics of Finance Applications: Investment appraisal 1 3

Differentiation and applications: Elasticity and Optimizations 1 3

Partial Differentiations 1 3

Tutorial , Review and Second Examination 1 3

Integration and Business Applications 1 3

Matrices and Business Applications 1 3

Tutorial and Review and Final Exam 1 3

2. Course components (total contact hours and credits per semester):

Lecture Tutorial Laboratory Practical Other: Total

Contact

Hours

24 3 9 0 9 45

Credit 3

3. Additional private study/learning hours expected for students per week.

4. Course Learning Outcomes in NQF Domains of Learning and Alignment with Assessment Methods

and Teaching Strategy

NQF Learning Domains

And Course Learning Outcomes

Course Teaching

Strategies

Course

Assessment

Methods

1.0 Knowledge

After completing this course the students will

1.1 possess an introductory, comprehensive, and

coherent body of knowledge in the field of

mathematics for business. That includes

knowledge of concepts in percentages, interest,

indices, inflation, supply and demand analysis,

national income, elasticity and all associated

mathematical basics such a linear algebra,

differentiation, integration and matrices.

Lectures and Tutorials

Quizzes, graded

homework

assignments,

midterms and

final exams

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1.2 be able to apply a range of basic mathematical

operations to solving problems.

In-class exercises,

Homework

Quizzes, graded

homework

assignments,

midterms and

final exams

2.0 Cognitive Skills

After completing this course the students will be abl

2.1 to analyze data, plot it and maximize

components.

Excel, Computer lab Computer Projects

2.2 to model financial and economic situations and

solve underlying problems.

Case studies Projects, report

writing and

presentations

3.0 Interpersonal Skills & Responsibility

After completing this course the students will be able

3.1 to work in teams for the related resolution of

small scale mathematics of finance problems.

Group homework

exercises in class

Assessment by

instructor

3.2 to behave appropriately in a group situation and

show honesty and integrity.

Group projects and

homework exercises

Assessment by

peer and teacher

evaluation

4.0 Communication, Information Technology, Numerical

After completing this course the students will be able

4.1 to communicate effectively in the teaching

language, express their ideas clearly, and write

reports.

Individual homework

solution presentations

Assessment by

instructor, report

writing and

presentations

4.2 to use Information Technology to communicate

results through email, internet and phone.

Web page design, social

networks and iphone

apps

Assess web report

in a html format

4.3 to give a presentation on the results of an

analysis.

Training in giving

presentations

Projects, report

writing and

presentations

5.0 Psychomotor

After completing this course the students will be able

5.1 Plot and graph mathematical functions. In-class exercises,

laboratory sessions,

homework

Lab reports,

quizzes, graded

homework,

midterms and

final exams

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6. Schedule of Assessment Tasks for Students During the Semester

Assessment task (e.g. essay, test, group project, examination,

speech, oral presentation, etc.) Week Due

Proportion of

Total

Assessment

1 Homework, problem solving 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 5%

2 Quiz 4 5%

3 First Examination 7 15%

4 Homework, problem solving 8, 9 5%

5 Quiz 9 5%

6 Presentation 10, 11 5%

7 Second Examination 12 15%

8 Presentation 13, 14 5%

9 Final Exam 15 40%

D. Student Academic Counseling and Support

1. Arrangements for availability of faculty and teaching staff for individual student consultations and

academic advice. (include amount of time teaching staff are expected to be available each week)

3 hours per week

5. Map course LOs with the program LOs. (Place course LO #s in the left column and program

LO #s across the top.)

Course

LOs #

Program Learning Outcomes

(Use Program LO Code #s provided in the Program Specifications)

1.5 2.6 3.1 3.2 3.3 4.1 4.2

1.1 √

1.2 √

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E. Learning Resources

1. List Required Textbooks

Mathematics for Economics and Business , 7th Edition, by Ian Jacques , 2013, ISBN: 978-0-273-

76356-7

2. List Essential References Materials (Journals, Reports, etc.)

Hill, C.W.L & McShane, S.L (2008), Principles of Management, McGraw-Hill/Irwin.

Robbins, S & Coulter, M (2013) Management, 12/E, Prentice Hall

3. List Recommended Textbooks and Reference Material (Journals, Reports, etc)

College Mathematics for Business, Economics, Life Sciences and Social Sciences: Pearson New

International Edition (12e), by Raymond A. Barnett, Michael R. Ziegler and Karl E. Byleen, 2013,

ISBN: 9781292021829, Published by Pearson Higher Ed U

Business Math Excel Applications for Business Mathematics, 2nd Edition, by Edward Laughbaum, Ken

Seidel, 2008, ISBN13: 9780136071846

Mathematics with Application in the Management, Natural and Social Sciences, 9th edition, by

Margaret L. Lial, Thomas W. Hungerford and John P. Holcomb Jr., 2010, ISBN: 0321645537, Pearson

Education (Addison-Wesley)

4. List Electronic Materials (e.g. Web Sites, Social Media, Blackboard, etc.)

Blackboard will be used to manage the classroom and monitor its progress

5. Other learning material such as computer-based programs/CD, professional standards or regulations

and software.

Microsoft Excel

F. Facilities Required

Indicate requirements for the course including size of classrooms and laboratories (i.e. number of seats

in classrooms and laboratories, extent of computer access etc.)

1. Accommodation (Classrooms, laboratories, demonstration rooms/labs, etc.)

Lecture room capacity: 30 seats

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2. Computing resources (AV, data show, Smart Board, software, etc.)

Calculator, Computer Laboratory

3. Other resources (specify, e.g. if specific laboratory equipment is required, list requirements or attach

list)

G. Course Evaluation and Improvement Processes

1. Strategies for Obtaining Student Feedback on Effectiveness of Teaching

Students' course evaluation

Informal feedback from students

2. Other Strategies for Evaluation of Teaching by the Program/Department Instructor

Peer observation and consultation

Monitoring of teaching activities by internal & external faculty members

Review of course portfolios

3. Processes for Improvement of Teaching

Analysis of student course evaluation and informal feedback

Peer evaluation and feedback

Review of course portfolios

Workshops on pedagogical methods

4. Processes for Verifying Standards of Student Achievement (e.g. check marking by an independent

member teaching staff of a sample of student work, periodic exchange and remarking of tests or a

sample of assignments with staff at another institution)

Analysis of course assessments by other reviewers on a periodic basis

5. Describe the planning arrangements for periodically reviewing course effectiveness and planning for

improvement.

Textbook(s) and other teaching resources (e.g. software) are evaluated through peer

consultation and student course evaluation.

Course specifications are periodically reviewed at the departmental level.

Comparison and updating of courses as per the benchmark standards

Revision and improvement as suggested by departmental council.