BTECA 117 Business Mathematics (5 credits)
Formerly BUS 107
Course Description
In this course you will apply math concepts and use tools and strategies to solve common business problems including discounts, markups, depreciation, credit purchases, and inventory management.
Course Content
A. Business banking problems
B. Data evaluation
C. Algebraic problem solving
Student Outcomes
1. Identify the key components of a formula in order to explain how they are used in solving business problems.
2. Critically evaluate business word problems by using appropriate mathematical formulas in order to solve for the requested information.
3. Solve equations by completing correct algebraic processes.
4. Interpret data from applicable tables (for example, present value/compound value) to solve business related problems.
5. Evaluate solutions for reasonableness.
6. Construct equations from information given in real-world business scenarios.
Degree Outcomes
Program Outcome: Effectively complete tasks and solve problems that require computation in the workplace by utilizing knowledge of business math processes, computer application functions, and accounting procedures. Critical, Creative, and Reflective Thinking: Graduates will evaluate, analyze, synthesize, and generate ideas; construct informed, meaningful, and justifiable conclusions; and process feelings, beliefs, biases, strengths, and weaknesses as they relate to their thinking, decisions, and creations. Minor Core Ability: Effective Communication: Graduates will be able to exchange messages in a variety of contexts using multiple methods.
Lecture Contact Hours 50
Lab Contact Hours 0
Clinical Contact Hours 0
Total Contact Hours 50
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