Pre-MBA Quantitative Methods

The course is meant to give an overview of basic mathematical concepts that keep recurring in various areas of business and management. The intuition and logic behind some well-known and foundational results in quantitative methods are discussed in detail. The course starts from the foundations of set theory and logic. From there on, follows the definition of functions, linear functions and quadratic functions. Then we discuss about arithmetic and geometric progressions, along with finding sums of such progressions. We then derive results about existence of solutions and the cardinality of solutions in the case of systems of linear equations as well as quadratic equations in single variable. We then delve into formal definitions of limits, differentiation and integration in single variable, state and discuss standard theorems in this context. Moreover, wherever applicable, examples and motivations are provided from business contexts.

Course Learning Objectives

(i) Getting a foundation of basic mathematics and quantitative methods for business applications

(ii) Obtaining intuition behind standard results in equation solving, progressions and calculus.

(iii) Developing an ability to think of mathematical concepts abstractly, without calculations.

Sample Certificate*

* To be eligible for the certificate, you must enroll in the paid track option and successfully complete all the graded components of the course. Please upload your photo in the profile section to receive a completion certificate with your photo on it.