The final decision rests with the member of faculty responsible for each pre-programme course. They will only ask you to follow the course if they believe it is important for you. There is an additional charge for pre-programme courses. The module deals with data, especially numbers and how we handle, communicate and reason with them. A grasp of linear equations facilitates the understanding of graphical representations of economic concepts.
Exponentials are important for modelling different types of growth.
Compounding, discounting and net present values are critical for the various accounting and finance courses. Data presentation and description are key skills. The most convincing argument may break down if the supporting data is not presented in a concise and understandable fashion. Probability is the standard quantitative way to measure uncertainty and assess levels of variability. The course will also include some hands-on sessions with the Excel spreadsheet.