Mathematical Methods for Economic Analysis

Undergraduate / Graduate

This is a course in mathematical techniques covers the basic topics of multivariable differential calculus including vectors and vector functions, partial derivatives, gradients, total derivative, and Lagrange multipliers. It also covers an introduction to optimization, including linear programming, the simplex method, the duality theorem, and the Kuhn-Tucker theorem. The tools and techniques covered in this course build the foundation for the Elements of Economic Analysis sequence offered by the Griffin Department of Economics.