Department of Mathematics and Physics

Course Name: Introduction to Business Mathematics

Course Code BUS 112
Section No: 24
Semester: Spring 2024
INSTRUCTOR & DEPARTMENT INFORMATION

Instructor Name: Professor Dr. Mostak Ahmed

Office Room: SAC1139
Office Hours: ST 11:40 AM – 1:40 PM
Office Phone: 01724089766

Email Address: mostak.ahmed@northsouth.edu

Course Coordinator: Mahboob Shaheen

Email: mahboob.shaheen@northsouth.edu

Department: Mathematics and Physics

North South University Website: http://www.northsouth.edu
Links: Department Website: http://www.northsouth.edu/academic/seps/dmp.html

COURSE & SECTION INFORMATION

Class Time ST 1:40 PM-2:55 PM

Location SAC 210

Course Credit Hours 3:0

This course provides students an overview of the fundamentals of Mathematics. It
Course Description
develops the students’ understanding of basic arithmetic, algebra and geometry.
This course is designed to help students to develop competence in applying the
Course Objectives mathematical concepts, skills and techniques learned, to problem-solving situations
in the areas of business and economics.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon the successful completion of this course, a student will be able to:

CO-1. Identify and apply the fundamental concepts of Algebra to solve basic quantitative problems involving
sets, number systems, counting, linear systems and Matrix.
CO-2. Classify linear and quadratic equations and/or inequalities and apply them in real- life situations
CO-3. Recognize the Cartesian co-ordinate, and represent graphs of functions in Cartesian co-ordinate
system.
CO-4. Develop the prerequisite knowledge and mathematical skills necessary to undertake higher level
courses which have a quantitative focus.
 Mapping of Course Outcomes

Bloom’s
taxonomy
Delivery Assessment
Course Outcomes (CO) domain/level
methods tools
(C: Cognitive
and activities
P:Psychomotor
A:Affective)
CO-1 Identify and apply the fundamental Lecture Quiz
concepts of Algebra to solve basic C2,C3 Assignment
quantitative problems involving Discussion
sets, number systems, counting,
linear systems and Matrix.

CO-2 Derive linear and quadratic C2,C3 Lecture, in-class Midterm exam
equations and/or inequalities based group discussion Assignment
on real- life situations and solve
them.

CO-3 Recognize the Cartesian co-ordinate C1,C2, P1 Lecture Class work

and represent graphs and functions Discussion Quiz, Assignment
in Cartesian co-ordinate system. Final Exam

CO-4 Develop the prerequisite knowledge C3,P1 Lecture Assignment

and mathematical skills necessary Discussion
to undertake higher level courses
which have a quantitative focus.

LEARNING RESOURCES AND TEXTBOOK(S)

Reference Book
Text Book

Margaret L. Lial, Charles D. Miller and

Author
David I. Schneider
Title “Algebra and Trigonometry” Handout
th
6 edition, 2011
Edition & Year

Publisher Harper Collins

ISBN 10: 0673469360/ , 13:9780673469366

TEACHING STRATEGY

The class will be conducted through various activities including discussion of concepts and problem-
solving, student initiative and active involvement as well as practice of quantitative problems. Students
are expected to actively involve and to take initiative for their own learning experience.

ASSESSMENT STRATEGY GRADING POLICY

Numerical Letter Grade Grade Points

Grading tool Points
Scores
Attendance 10% 93 + A (Excellent) 4.0
Assignment 10% 90 - 92 A- 3.7
Quiz 20% 87 - 89 B+ 3.3
Midterm 25% 83 - 86 B (Good) 3.0
Final Exam 35% 80 - 82 B- 2.7
77 - 79 C+ 2.3
73 - 76 C (Average) 2.0
70 - 72 C- 1.7
67 - 69 D+ 1.3
60 - 66 D (Poor) 1.0
Below 60 F (Failure) 0.0

Classroom Rules of Conduct

Please Refer to NSU Student Handbook, Sections: “Disciplinary Actions” and “Procedures and
Guidelines”.

Attendance Policy: As per NSU policy.

 COURSE PLAN & SCHEDULE

Lecture Learning Assessment Learning

No. Topic Chapter
Activities tools Outcome
Various types of numbers, Discussion Chapter 1.1
1 Lecture CO-1
decimal systems of numbers & Handout
Lecture Problem Chapter 1.1
2 Binary system of numbers CO-1
Assignment solving, Quiz & Handout
Definition of set, notation, Lecture
3 Midterm, Quiz CO-1 Handout
various types of operations on Discussion
set
Power set, partition on Lecture Midterm
4 CO-1 Handout
sets Discussion Assignment
Lecture Midterm Handout
5 Power set, partition on sets, CO-1
Discussion Assignment
properties on sets
Lecture Chapter 11.6
6 Introduction to Counting, Midterm,Quiz CO-1
Discussion & Handout
Permutation
Lecture Chapter 11.6
7 Combination Midterm, Quiz CO-1
Discussion & Handout
Lecture Midterm, Quiz Chapter 1.2
8 Exponents, product rule, power rule CO-1
Discussion
and quotient rule
Lecture Chapter 2.1
9 Linear equations Midterm CO-2
Assignment
Assignment
Lecture Chapter 2.6
10 Linear inequalities Midterm CO-2
Assignment
Assignment
Lecture Chapter 3.1
11 Cartesian coordinate systems Midterm CO-3
Discussion
Assignment
12 Mid Term
Equations of straight line Lecture Final Exam, Chapter 3.5 &
13 CO-3
Assignments Quiz Handout
Different form of equations of Lecture Final Exam,
14 CO-3 Chapter 3.5 &
straight line and their sketching Assignments Quiz
Handout
15 Different form of equations of Lecture Final Exam, Quiz CO-3 Chapter 3.5 &
straight line and their sketching Assignments Handout
Trigonometric ratios and slope
Lecture Final Exam, CO-3
16 Chapter 6
Assignments Assignment
Lecture
17 Systems of Linear Equations Final Exam, CO-3 Chapter 6
Discussion
Assignment
Lecture
18 Systems of Linear Equations Final Exam, CO-3 Chapter 6
Discussion
Assignment
Matrix, Properties of matrices, Lecture Final Exam
19 CO-1 Chapter 9.3
Rank of a matrix Assignment Quiz
Inverse of a matrix Final Exam
20 Lecture CO-1 Chapter 9.4
Quiz
Lecture Final Exam
21 Matrix Solution of Linear Systems of CO-1 Chapter 9.7
Assignment Assignment
Equations
Lecture Final Exam
22 Determinants, Cramer’s Rule CO-1 Chapter 9.5, 9.6
Discussion Quiz
Summation and Product Lecture Final Exam Chapter 11.1,
23 CO-2
notation, Arithmetic Progression Assignment Assignment
11.2
Summation and Product Lecture Final Exam Chapter 11.1,
24 CO-2
notation, Arithmetic Progression Assignment Assignment 11.2
Geometric Progression, Simple Lecture Chapter 11.3
25 Final Exam, Quiz CO-2
and Compound Interest Assignment & Handout
Exponential functions, properties
26 Lecture Final Exam, Quiz CO-3 Chapter 5.1
of exponential functions
Assignment
Logarithmic functions, properties
27 Lecture Final Exam, Quiz CO-3 Chapter 5.2
of logarithmic functions
Assignment
 Graph of Exponential and Lecture Final Exam
28 CO-3 Chapter 5.1, 5.2
Logarithmic Equations Assignment Quiz
Exponential and Lecture Final Exam
29 CO-3 Chapter 5.3
Logarithmic Equations Discussion Discussion

Review class
30

Final Exam (Declared by the Controller of Examinations)

Note: The instructor reserves the right to make changes to the syllabus if necessary.

Rules and regulations:

(a) There is no scope to retake a quiz. In case of Mid-term- or Final exam, exceptional
cases*(unfortunate physical inability, accidents, serious illness) may be considered conditionally
(with a penalty of 20% reduced marks) with proper justification.
(b) Three consecutive absents need an official clarification.
(c) Student having attendance less than 60% of total classes will be not allowed to sit for Final Exam.

** Three quizzes will be taken.

*** Two assignments will be taken.
Note: Full attendance will carry the bonus marks.
************** No Make Up Exam **************