Math Methods for Economists - coursework

[KrisT]

I recently received conditional acceptance to Johns Hopkins MS in Applied Economics program. As a prerequisite for entering the program, I am required to take the following course: Math Methods for Economists. Since I have only taken Calculus I in college (and that was 15 years ago), I am looking for recommendations for a good study guide that I can use, in addition to the textbook. Also, any other advice on brushing up math skills would be welcome. I have been working in the field of federal budgeting for some time now, but the math used on the job is not nearly as advanced. 

 

[vagabond855]

How did you find the Math Methods course to be?

[btheobeck]

I always hear PhD students praise this book as a good intro: https://www.amazon.com/Mathematics-Economists-Carl-P-Simon/dp/0393957330/ref=sr_1_1?crid=38G8E991CRQK8&dchild=1&keywords=math+for+economists&qid=1588562173&sprefix=math+for+eco%2Caps%2C422&sr=8-1

Mathematics for Economists  by Carl Simon is the name.