Finite Mathematics - NMU Bulletin

MA 113 Finite Mathematics 4 cr.  (4-0-0)

• Offered: Fall Winter
• Prerequisites: MA 100 ("C-" or better) or appropriate math placement.
• Bulletin Year: 2021 - 2022 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.
• General Education: This course applies towards the following general education requirement(s):
  • Quantitative Reasoning and Analysis (QUAR)
  • Mathematics Competency University Requirement (MATH)

The study of applications of mathematics beyond algebra to the business world. Topics include annuities and loan amortization, an introduction to linear programming, game theory, and Markov processes, and probability and statistics. If time permits, applications of derivatives and integrals to economics and other business areas may be included.