Statistics and Decision Mathematics (G5112)
Statistics and Decision Mathematics
Module G5112
Module details for 2022/23.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 3 (sub-degree)
Module Outline
Basic ideas of decision maths, probability and statistics, with an emphasis on applications in management. We will cover algorithms such as critical path analysis and linear programming. There will be a discussion of probability, looking at simple discrete and continuous distributions, and an introduction to statistics, covering descriptive statistics, regression and time series.
Module learning outcomes
Identify basic quantitative and statistical methods.
Construct mathematical models of common management problems.
Apply basic quantitative methods to a range of management problems using computer packages.
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Based Exam | Semester 1 Assessment | 60.00% |
| Coursework | 40.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Portfolio | T1 Week 11 | 20.00% |
| Test | T1 Week 6 (50 minutes) | 40.00% |
| Test | T1 Week 11 (50 minutes) | 40.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Semester | Practical | 1 hour | 111111111110 |
| Autumn Semester | Lecture | 2 hours | 111111111110 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
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