Module Overview

BDC6111
FOUNDATIONS OF OPTIMIZATION

2018/2019, Semester 1

School of Business (Analytics & Operations)

Modular Credits: 4

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Learning Outcomes

TopThis course will cover important topics in optimization theory including linear, network, discrete, convex, conic, stochastic and robust. It will focus on methodology, modeling techniques and mathematical insights. This is a core module for PhD students in the Decision Science department.

Prerequisites

TopA basic knowledge of linear algebra

Preclusions

TopIE6001

Workload

Top3-0-0-4-3

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