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Berkeley Global
This course introduces the mathematical and statistical concepts commonly used in business analysis and in preparation for M.B.A. coursework. Students will develop a strong foundation in probability and descriptive statistics, including measures of central tendency, probability distributions, correlation, regression, and statistical hypothesis testing. The curriculum also explores core quantitative principles within the context of business and economic decision-making, including applications in budgeting, financial analysis, and investment evaluation. Emphasis is placed on applying these concepts to real-world business and economic problems, enabling learners to interpret data, evaluate uncertainty, and support informed decision-making across a range of organizational settings. By the end of the course, students will have developed quantitative reasoning skills that support further study in business, economics, finance, and other data-informed disciplines.
Prerequisites:
Two years of high school algebra. A recent course in college algebra is recommended.
Course Outline
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This course will cover the following topics:
- Mathematical foundations in a business context
- Microeconomics
- Time value of money, interest and annuities
- Capital budgeting
- Investments and valuation
- Portfolio theory
- Probability
- Statistics
Is This Course Right for Me?
Have you recently been accepted into an M.B.A. program and need a quantitative brush-up? Are you exploring applying to a business school? Will having an understanding of math and statistics in a business context improve your career path or prospects? This course is designed for any student seeking a concentrated yet comprehensive course of study in the quantitative tools used in the business setting and for M.B.A. coursework.
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Summer 2026 enrollment opens on March 16!