ECON 3700 Mathematical Economics

This course covers mathematical topics such as linear algebra, real analysis, topology and optimization. It introduces some economic models, such as asset pricing, labor markets, Leontief input-output model, to which the mathematical tools are applied. The course emphasizes logical clarity and mathematical rigor, along with the ability to follow and construct mathematical proofs.

Course overview

Department
Economics
School
MCAS
Credits
3
Level
Undergraduate

Catalog details

Prerequisites
ECON2201

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Course evaluations

Response-weighted averages from Boston College’s official course evaluations (Avalanche/Blue).

Course rating
3.81 / 5 · Very Good
23 responses
Instructor rating
4.33 / 5 · Very Good
23 responses
Terms evaluated
2
Most recent: Spring 2026

Scales: overall ratings run from 1 (poor) to 5 (excellent); agreement questions from 1 (strongly disagree) to 5 (strongly agree); weekly effort from 1 (up to 1 hour) to 5 (10 or more hours).

Evaluations by term and instructor
TermInstructorCourse overallInstructor overallWell organizedClear learning objectivesIntellectually challengingHelpful assignmentsApplicable beyond courseAttendance necessaryWeekly effortResponses
Spring 2026Maria Bejan3.64.44.44.64.64.44.44.41–3 hrs/week6 of 7
Spring 2025Maria Bejan3.94.34.14.24.64.34.04.94–6 hrs/week17 of 17

Data freshness

Course and evaluation data last updated 2026-10-09. Source details and limitations are documented in Data Sources and Methodology.

Instructors

  • Maria Bejan
    Spring 2027, Spring 2026, Spring 2025 · Official rating 4.33/5

Sections

  • Section 01
    Spring 2027 · Maria Bejan · Gasson Hall 307 TuTh 09:00AM-10:15AM · Offered