CAE Employment Opportunity
NOTE: Course offerings are subject to budgetary approval
Posting Reference #: 66
General Information
| Course Name/Section: | Mathematical and Econ. Approaches to Problem SolvingFR01B | Course Number: | RCLP 1052 |
| Faculty / Department: | Renaissance College | Campus: | Fredericton |
| Start Date: | Jan 06, 2014 | End Date: | Apr 09, 2014 |
| Application Deadline: | May 24, 2013 | Posting Date: | May 07, 2013 |
| Applications to be submitted via: | Email Address: | rc@unb.ca | |
| Requested By: | Angie Stewart | Term: | Winter |
Class Details
| Days: | Mon & Wed | Time: | 12:30 - 1:50 pm |
| Number of Positions Available: | 1 | Total Credit Hours: | 3 |
| Mode of Delivery: | Face to Face | Location: | On Campus |
| Stipend Amount: | $5240 |
Curriculum Context
In this first year course is designed to introduce two approaches to problem solving: mathematical modelling and financial analysis. This course also takes a critical and pluralistic approach to economic thought and complements the concurrent Forum course.
Course Description
| RCLP 1052 Mathematical and Economic Approaches to Problem-Solving (Fredericton Campus) | 3 ch (M/P S) |
| Knowledge of the languages of mathematics and economics is important for public policy problem-solving. This module will provide an initial exposure to mathematical and economic reasoning, primarily through a problems-based approach using finite mathematics and basic economic principles. | |
Qualifications
Masters Degree or equivalent experience.
In addition to competence Mathematical and Economical approaches to problem solving, candidates should be committed to student learning within RC’s teaching and learning environment which includes high order, deep learning; creating an environment that challenges and expects challenge; is integrative; is outcomes oriented; and contributes to students’ leadership ability.