The following course outline and study schedule detail the lessons and assignments for which you will be responsible in Business Mathematics. We have indicated the approximate amount of time that you should spend on each lesson or assignment. You have six months (approximately 26 weeks) from your start date to complete the course, but you will note that the schedule is based on a twenty-three-week period. This timeframe is more closely in line with the schedules of similar courses in traditional institutions, and also allows you some leeway in case any unforeseen circumstance interrupts your studies.

If you find yourself falling behind, contact your tutor to discuss the situation. The course is challenging, but you should have no difficulty if you set aside a regular study period every week. Establish a regular study schedule for each week. Set aside the same time slots each week for your course. You will soon find that studying is habit-forming, and a solid schedule will help you be successful.

Note: Students receiving financial assistance may face more rigorous time constraints. Please check your course registration for any restrictions on the length of registration and be prepared to adjust your schedule.

Week Activity
Week 1 Read the Student Manual, and fill in the Study Schedule. Visit the publisher’s website at http://www.mcgrawhill.ca/college/jerome/ and browse the site to become familiar with all the features it provides. Complete Unit 1: Mathematical Operations.
Week 2–3 Complete Unit 2: Basic Algebra.
Week 4 Complete Units 3 & 4: Ratios, Proportions, and Percentages & Marketing Mathematics.
Week 5 Complete Assignment 1 and submit it to your tutor for grading.
Week 6 Complete Units 5 & 6: Applications of Linear Equations & Data Analysis and Statistics.
Week 7–8 Complete Unit 7: Principles of Simple Interest.
Week 9 Complete Assignment 2 and send it to your tutor for grading. After you have done so, contact the examinations clerk at the University to arrange for the midterm examination (see “Requesting an Examination,” or the “Applying for and Writing Examinations” section of the Student Manual). Ensure you get the feedback on the assignment before you write your examination.
Week 10 Study for the Midterm Examination.
Week 11 Write the Midterm Examination.
Week 12–13 Complete Unit 8: Principles of Compound Interest.
Week 14–16 Complete Unit 9: Annuities.
Week 17 Complete Assignment 3 and submit it to your tutor for grading.
Week 18 Complete Unit 10: Loans and Mortgages.
Week 19 Complete Unit 11: Bonds and Sinking Funds.
Week 20 Complete Unit 12: Investment Decisions.
Week 21 Complete Assignment 4 and send it to your tutor for grading. After you have done so, contact the Examinations section at the University to arrange for the final examination (see “Requesting an Examination,” or the “Applying for and Writing Examinations” section of the Student Manual). Remember to allow sufficient turnaround time to get your assignment back from your instructor before you write your examination.
Week 22 Prepare for the Final Examination.
Week 23 After you have received the feedback on Assignment 4, write the Final Examination.