Math 1319

Mathematics for Business and Economics

CRN 80018

TCCN: MATH 1324

Topics from college algebra and finite mathematics applied to business and economics are covered, including applications of equations and inequalities, simple and compound interest, and annuities. Prerequisite: College Readiness in Mathematics according to the TSI regulations.

3 Credit Hours. 3 Lecture Contact Hours. 0 Lab Contact Hours.

This course has an enrollment period of six months.

Recommendation:
For students who are unsure about taking a college math course, OXP and the MATH 1319 course instructor, Mr. Shawn Peterson, recommend first taking the Khan Academy College Algebra course, which is available free of charge.

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Course Information

  • Structure
    • 4 lessons
    • Required work:
      • reading, practice problems
      • 8 lesson assignments
      • 2 exams, proctored online
    • Students in this course may not submit an assignment before any previously submitted assignment has been graded and returned.
  • Instructor: M. Shawn Peterson, M.Ed.
  • Tuition: For current course tuition, visit the Correspondence Costs page.
Math 1319 Required Textbook
  • Materials
    • Barnett, R., Ziegler, M.R., Byleen, K.E. College Mathematics for Business, Economics, Life Sciences, and Social Sciences. 13th edition. (Pearson, 2011). ISBN: 978-0321945518.  
      • As of August 2025, the cost of the required textbook is $54.33 for a new textbook. Used copies of the textbook may also be available at significantly less expense. Please ensure you purchase the correct edition and ISBN for the required textbook.
    • Graphing Calculator (recommended but not required)

Acquiring Course Materials

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