Mathematical Economics I D7 7.5 credits
About the course
The course contains mathematical methods that are useful tools when applying economic theories and which facilitates understanding of economic literature. The course starts with a quick repetition of equilibrium analysis. Thereafter, matrix algebra, which facilitates the analysis of multi-equation models, is introduced. For example, matrices and vectors are defined and we go through the mathematical laws of matrices and how matrix algebra can be used to identify equilibriums.
The course then continues with a repetition of comparative statics and derivation rules in models with one explanatory variable, and we then go through the same things for the general functional models.
The third part of the course deals with optimization problems. This includes Maclaurin and Taylor series expansions, the second- and the Nth-derivative test. The exponential and logarithmic functions are reviewed and we go through optimization under equality and inequality constraints.
The last part of the course deals with integrals and includes rules of integration and some properties of definite integrals.
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Autumn 2025
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Mathematical Economics I D7
Second admissions round for EU/EEA citizens
Autumn 2025 / Umeå / English / On site
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Starts1 September 2025
Ends30 September 2025
Number of credits7.5 credits
Type of studiesOn site
Study pace100%
Teaching hoursDaytime
Study locationUmeå
LanguageEnglish
Application codeUMU-23028
Eligibility 90 credits of which 75 credits in economics whereof 15 credits bachelor courses (G2F). Proficiency in English equivalent to the Swedish upper secondary course English 6.SelectionAcademic credits
ApplicationApplication deadline was 15 April 2025. Please note: This second application round is intended only for EU/EEA/Swiss citizens. Submit a late application at Universityadmissions.se.
Application and tuition feesAs a citizen of a country outside the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA) or Switzerland, you are required to pay application and tuition fees for studies at Umeå University.
Application fee: SEK 900
Tuition fee, first instalment: SEK 12,075
Total fee: SEK 12,075
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