BUS 1112 - Business Math
3 Credits
Presents students with basic mathematics that can be applied to business situations. Course includes brief review of basic arithmetic as a foundation for course concepts including the application of interest rates, discounts, depreciation, consumer loans, mortgages, insurance, stocks and bonds, financial statements, annuities, present and future value, and the concept of sinking funds. Prerequisites: MATH 0740.
Major Content Areas
Depreciation Insurance Payroll Decimals, Percentages, and Basic Algebra Analyzing Financial Data Simple Interest and Discounts Time Value of Money and Annuities Mortgages and Loans Stocks and Bonds
Learning Outcomes
Analyze everyday transactions as a citizen and consumer Demonstrate competency in pre-employment tests that businesses use Analyze financial information for decision-making Demonstrate ability to perform much of the math that is needed in the business positions that students will eventually hold Describe basic math concepts used in business Apply mathematical calculations required in other business courses
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