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Basics of Business Mathematics

Structure Type: Study unit
Code: RBB0302
Type: Compulsory / Basic Studies
Curriculum: R-TRB 2012
Level: Bachelor of Hospitality Management
Year of Study: 1 (2012-2013)
Credits: 2 cr
Responsible Teacher: Peltola, Mikko
Language of Instruction: English

Courses During the Academic Year 2012-2013

Impl.Study TimeTeacher(s)LanguageEnrolment
32012-10-29 – 2013-03-01Mikko PeltolaEnglish2012-10-08 – 2012-10-29

Learning Outcomes

The student has to master mathematical methods required in tourism and catering, both from the perspective of practical work and of administration.

Contents

Applications of percentage calculation, wages, taxes, loans, pricing, portion calculations and portion cards, currencies.

Recommended or Required Reading and Other Learning Resources/Tools

- Material in Portal and exercises provided by lecturer.

Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

Lectures and individual and group exercises.

Assessment Criteria

5 The student masters versatilely and safely the core mathematical methods within tourism and hospitality and is able to interpret and compare the results in a well grounded manner. The student is also able to expand his knowledge outside of the boundaries of the theoretical context.
3 The student masters the core mathematical methods within tourism and hospitality and is able to evaluate the results. The student is also able to apply the central methods in different situations.
1 The student is able to find the correct method of calculation in the most central mathematical problems within tourism and hospitality. The student knows the central terminology needed in solving these problems.

Assessment Methods

Completed exercises and written examinations. Numeric scale (0-5).


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