Advanced Mathematical Methods for Economics

Paper Code: 
DECO 803
Credits: 
6
Contact Hours: 
90.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

1.      To develop an understanding of preliminary concepts of mathematics used in economics. 

2.      To help the students acquaint with the techniques of differentiation and integration and their uses in economics.

3.      To appraise the students with the techniques of linear programming and game theory and their applications.

18.00
Unit I: 
Terminology, Concepts and tools

·         Basics of a mathematical model

·          Functions and their types- Demand and supply functions, Cost and revenue functions, Consumption function, IS & LM functions

·         Multivariate functions-Market equilibria

18.00
Unit II: 
Matrices & Determinants

·         Fundamentals of matrix algebra

·         Properties of determinants

·         Solving equations by inverse matrix method and Crammer’s rule Application

·         Input-output analysis

18.00
Unit III: 
Differential Calculus

·         Rules of simple differentiation

·         Higher order derivatives

·         Concavity and convexity

·         Maxima, minima and point of inflection

·         Partial derivatives; unconstrained and constrained optimization

·          Use of derivatives in economics

18.00
Unit IV: 
Integral Calculus

·         Concept of integration

·         Simple rules of integration

·         Definite integral

·         Application of integration - Consumer’s surplus, producer’s surplus

Cost, revenue, demand and consumption/ saving functions

18.00
Unit V: 
Linear Programming and Game Theory

·         Basic Concepts,

·         Formulation of LP problem,

·          Basic feasible solution and optimal solution,

·         Graphical and simplex methods;

·         Concept of primal and dual

Game Theory

Essential Readings: 

1.      Chiang, Alpha C. and Wainwright, Kevin, Fundamental Methods of Mathematical Economics, McGraw Hill Education; Fourth Edition, July 2017

2.      Mehta, B.C. &Madnani, G.M.K., Mathematics for Economists, Sultan Chand and Sons,     New Delhi, 2007

References: 

1.    Allen, R.G.D., Mathematical Analysis for Economists, Trinity Press, 2014

2.    Dowling, Edward, Mathematical Methods for Business and Economics, Schaum’s Outlines, McGraw Hill Education, 2009

3.    Yamane, Taro, Mathematics for Economists: An Elementary Survey, Literary Licensing, LLC, 2012

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