Course detail

Quantitative methods

FP-BkvmKAcad. year: 2017/2018

The Quantitative Methods course will instruct students on the decision-making theory, modelling, methods of operation research and its applications. The main part of the course focuses on formulating mathematical models of typical linear programming problems and on applying network analysis methods to project management.

Language of instruction

Czech

Number of ECTS credits

4

Mode of study

Not applicable.

Guarantor

doc. Ing. Radek Doskočil, Ph.D., MSc

Department

Institute of Informatics (ÚI)

Learning outcomes of the course unit

After completing the course, the students will be capable of solving optimization problems and decision-making problems in various application areas.

Prerequisites

For studying the course are required basic knowledge of mathematics.

Co-requisites

Not applicable.

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

The course is taught through lectures explaining the basic principles and theory of the discipline, including illustrative examples. Seminars are focused on practical topics presented in lectures, including mastering numerous tasks.

Assesment methods and criteria linked to learning outcomes

The following conditions have to be met by a student to be given the credit:
1. Successful completion of the semester project within the specified deadline.
2. Successful completion of credit test.
A maximum of 100 points may be obtained with a maximum of 50 points for credit test, 25 points for the semester project and 25 points for an eventual correction test. A minimum of 50 points need to be achieved for the credit.
Examination Requirements:
1. Successful completion of the exam test.
The exam is carried out in writing. For its successful completion it is necessary to reach min. 50% out of a possible score of the exam.
Overall evaluation of the course is based on the results obtained by exam with possible reference to the results obtained during the semester.

Course curriculum

Managerial decision-making
Systems science
Mathematical modelling
Linear programming
Network analysis

Work placements

Not applicable.

Aims

The course aims to acquaint the students with methods of operations research and their applications. Emphasis is placed on formulating the mathematical models of typical linear programming problems and problems of network analysis.

Specification of controlled education, way of implementation and compensation for absences

A student’s own work on the tasks assigned is checked.

Recommended optional programme components

Not applicable.

Prerequisites and corequisites

Not applicable.

Basic literature

DOSKOČIL, R: Kvantitativní metody. Skripta, Brno: VUT v Brně, Fakulta podnikatelská, 2011, 160 s. ISBN 978-80-214-4247-4.

Recommended reading

DOSKOČIL, R. Metody, techniky a nástroje řízení projektů. Brno: AKADEMICKÉ NAKLADATELSTVÍ CERM, s.r.o., 2013. 165 s. ISBN: 978-80-7204-863-2.
FOTR, J.; DĚDINA, J.; HRŮZOVÁ, H. Manažerské rozhodování. 3. přepracov. vyd. Praha: Ekopress, 2003. ISBN 80-86119-69-6.
GROS, I. Kvantitativní metody v manažerském rozhodování. 1. vyd. Praha: Grada Publishing a.s., 2003. 432 s. ISBN 80-247-0421-8.
RAIS, K. DOSKOČIL, R. Operační a systémová analýza I. Skripta, Brno: VUT v Brně, Fakulta podnikatelská, 2011, 125 s., ISBN 978-80-214-4364-8.
WISNIEWSKI, M. Metody manažerského rozhodování. Praha: Grada Publishing a.s., 1996. 512 s. ISBN 80-7169-089-9.
JABLONSKÝ, J. Operační výzkum : kvantitativní modely pro ekonomické rozhodování. Praha: Professional Publishing, 2002. ISBN 80-86419-23-1.

Classification of course in study plans

  • Programme BAK-KS Bachelor's

    branch BAK-EPM-KS , 1. year of study, winter semester, compulsory

Type of course unit

 

Guided consultation in combined form of studies

16 hours, optionally

Teacher / Lecturer

doc. Ing. Radek Doskočil, Ph.D., MSc