2023/24
27608 - Mathematics II
450 - Degree in Marketing and Market Research
Basic Education
1. General information
Mathematics instruction in this year has two main goals: to train students in mathematics and to train them for use in their future profession. In addition to the goals covered in Mathematics I, the aim is to develop a rigorous approach , abstraction capacity and the scientific method characteristic of Mathematics. Modeling techniques related to classical optimization, linear programming and dynamic analysiswill be introduced at.
These approaches are aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the UN's 2030 Agenda, as the mathematical modeling can be applied to all 17 goals.
It is recommended to have acquired the necessary knowledge to pass the subject Mathematics I.
3. Syllabus
UNIT 1: Mathematical programs
1.1. General formulation of a mathematical program. Classification.
1.2. Definitions and properties. Weierstrass theorem.
1.3. Graphic resolution.
1.4- Introduction to convexity:
1.4.1. Convex sets. Definition and properties.
1.4.2. Convex and concave functions. Definitions and properties.
1.4.3. Convex programs.
UNIT 2: Unrestricted programming
2.1- Problem formulation.
2.2- Optimal premises:
2.2.1. First-order conditions for the existence of local optimality.
2.2.2. Second-order conditions for the existence of local optimality.
2.3- Global optimums: Convex programs.
UNIT 3: Programming with equality constraints
3.1- Problem formulation.
3.2- Optimal premises:
3.2.1. First-order conditions for the existence of local optimality.
3.2.2. Second-order conditions for the existence of local optimality.
3.3- Global optimums: Convex programs and Weierstrass Theorem.
3.4- Economic interpretation of Lagrange multipliers.
UNIT 4: Linear programming
4.1- Formulation of a linear programming problem.
4.2- Solutions of a linear program. Basic feasible solutions.
4.3- Characterization of the optimal basic solutions. Simplex algorithm.
4.4- Introduction to sensitivity analysis.
4.5- Introduction to the dual program.
UNIT 5: Introduction to ordinary differential equations
5.1- Introduction to dynamic analysis.
5.2- Concept of differential equation, solution and types of solutions.
5.3- First order ordinary differential equations:
5.3.1. Equations in separate variables.
5.3.2. First order linear equations.
5.4- Linear differential equations of order n with constant coefficients.
5.5- Qualitative analysis: break-even points and stability.
5. Assessment system
The evaluation will be global, both in first and second call, and will consist of a final exam to be taken on the dates established by the Center. This exam will be written and will evaluate the proposed learning results by means of theoretical, practical and/or theoretical-practical questions that will be adjusted to the subject matter. Scoring out of 10 points.
In addition, in the first call, there is the possibility of taking a voluntary intermediate test valued at 5 points.
This test will evaluate the knowledge on the subject corresponding to topics 1, 2 and 3 of the program, and will be carried out on the date and place that the professor, with sufficient notice, will indicate in the classroom and/or teaching platforms of the teaching staff. The students who obtain in this test a grade higher or equal to 50% of the grade (2.5 points out of 5) may choose to eliminate this subject from the global exam of the first call and only examine the remaining contents (valued at 5 points); in which case the grade corresponding to the eliminated subject will be transferred to the grade of the global exam . To pass the subject the student must obtain a minimum of 5 points out of 10. In order to be eligible for this form of assessment, it is compulsory to actively participate and solve the questions, exercises and tests that will be carried out in the classes according to the indications that the lecturer responsible for each group of the subject will give on the day of the presentation of the subject. In this case it is necessary to participate in at least 75% of the proposed activities.
Assessment Criteria:
It will be assessed whether the student has acquired the learning results outlined above. In particular, the following will be valued following aspects:
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The correct use of writing mathematical language.
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Logical reasoning in the approach and resolution of problems.
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The reference to the theoretical content used is noteworthy.
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The choice of the appropriate method for solving the problem.
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Clarity in the application of mathematical concepts and procedures.
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The correct expression in the results obtained when solving problems.
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Interpretation of the results in the context of the problem posed, if applicable.