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The purpose of this module is to equip students with the necessary skills for further study: computer access, library induction, skills of essay- and examination-writing and oral presentation, an understanding of the logic of argument, skills of note-taking, summarizing and information retrieval, the knowledge and attitude to cope with self-directed study and an understanding of what is expected of the student of the university.

 This Module deals with the elementary of statistics which are the users in management and functioning of market economy and determination of the statistical parametric  based on the principals of descriptive statistics. It helps to develop the students analytical abilities to deal with problems relating to  statistical investigations within the firm.
This Module introduces the students to the basic principals of descriptive statistics.
It prepares the students to be able to organize, tabulate and analyse data obtained from the field of study, furthermore, a key objectives of this module is to equip students with useful statistical skills not only for their immediate academic career but also their further professional life.

 This Module deals with the elementary of statistics which are the users in management and functioning of market economy and determination of the statistical parametric  based on the principals of descriptive statistics. It helps to develop the students analytical abilities to deal with problems relating to  statistical investigations within the firm.
This Module introduces the students to the basic principals of descriptive statistics.
It prepares the students to be able to organize, tabulate and analyse data obtained from the field of study, furthermore, a key objectives of this module is to equip students with useful statistical skills not only for their immediate academic career but also their further professional life.

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Computers cannot comprehend  the significance of life on the other hand, human beings can not handle very complex and huge calculations by hands. Planning a computer program in R to solve problems is of paramount. Similarly,data analysis using SPSS, STATA and R packages is our concern in this module.Welcome all my students to this module !!!

Learning how to do research is a lot like learning how to swim. One does not become an expert swimmer by listening to others lecture or even by watching others swim. Rather, one has to be thrown in the pool (hopefully first at the narrow end). Similarly, only by conducting research will you learn the intricacies of the scientific method. Dear students, this module will help you identify specific procedures or techniques used to identify, select, process, and analyze information about a researchable topic. Welcome !!!!

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Welcome to the Quantitative Methods Course. This course will be taught online.

Brief Description

The module aims at equipping students with understanding of quantitative methods for purposes of quantitative business appraisal in organizations in respect of costs and revenues as well as quantitative forecasting. The module prepares the learner to make analytical decisions with a greater quantitative than qualitative component in the business environment.

Facilitators

The facilitators of this course will be Dr. Basuayi Bula Clement, Mr. Kennedy Abel, Ms. Dukunde Angelique.

This module:
- Gives an introduction to mathematical techniques
- Provides a basis in life insurance mathematics
- Gives a grounding in the mathematical techniques that are of particular relevance to
actuarial work in non-life insurance.

                                         Brief description of aims and content

The primary aims of Advanced Economics are to advance students’ understanding of economics and to train students to analyze problems using neoclassical microeconomics and macroeconomics theory. Over the course of the 2nd term, students will study the functioning of markets, and learn how to apply economic principles to a variety of business and public policy issues.

In this module, students should gain a sufficient understanding of microeconomics & macroeconomic theories to understand empirical research and so give a valuable insight into topical issues. Particular reference is made to the relative importance of economics in the long run and macroeconomic policies in the open economy.

1. Micro and macroeconomic models and problems expressed in standard diagrammatic and basic mathematical terms, and be able to examine problems based on such models.
2. The implications of different macroeconomic policies.
3. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the main subject of the modules.
4. Understand micro and macroeconomic content in applied economic journals.

This module aims to develop the student's knowledge of the theoretical basis of certain actuarial models and the application of those models to insurance and other financial risks and provide an understanding of basic theories in Financial Mathematics used in the study process of actuarial/financial interest. We will mainly cover the chapters related to the interest rate models, valuation of derivative securities, the mathematical and probabilistic foundation of risk management. Every chapter is supposed to be delivered every week along with scheduled assignments and exercises. The mode of general assessment can be found on the attachment of the complete module description including reading materials/references.

1. Learning outcomes:

This module:

-enables students to understand, describe and analyze sexual and reproductive health issues and related health promotion programs in low and middle income countries

-provides a sound foundation in the theory about local and global challenges relating to the social, political and economic context influencing sexual and reproductive health.

1.  Knowledge and Understanding

Having successfully completed the module, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of:

1. To understand the issues related to sexual and reproductive health
2. Explain central concepts in sexual and reproductive health issues in low and middle income countries
3. Appraise the efficacy of current programs and public health strategies/policies addressing reproductive, maternal and Child Heath internationally.

2.  Cognitive/Intellectual skills/application of knowledge

1. Establish the relationship between maternal health, family planning, HIV/AIDS, STIs, and other infections, gender, and social/political/economic factors
   1. Understanding the relationship between pregnancy spacing, contraceptive use, reproductive rights, poverty and other suitable factors in enhancing sexual and reproductive health.
   2. Compare sexual and reproductive health outcomes in developed and developing countries

 3.  Communication/Analytical techniques/Practical skills

1. Acquire knowledge related to information, education and communication skills relating to sexual and reproductive health.
2. Ability to formulate a suitable reproductive health policy incorporating different factors related to reproductive health behaviour.

 2. Indicative Content

Unit 1. Introduction to SRH and Maternal health: Concepts and history SRH, Epidemiology in SRH (Context-dependent variations), maternal mortality & morbidity, Maternal and neonatal health (global overview, RH Quality of Care).

 Unit 2.Family planning programs: Background: Concept and types of FP, Existing policies and programs on Family Planning and abortion, Adolescent and family planning

 Unit 3.Infections and reproductive health: Concepts and Types of major SRH infections, Existing policies, programs and challenges in the intersection between infections and RH (PMTCT, VCT, PICT, CTC etc.), Malaria in pregnancy, STIs (HPV, Syphilis) and other infections (schistosomiasis, STH) and SRH.

 Unit 4.Gender and reproductive health: Gender, culture and masculinity in RH, Fistula, care and gender, Female circumcision, Gender-based violence, Infertility

 Unit 5.Social, political and economic issues surrounding reproductive health: Politics of RH and AIDS- the global perspective, Existing national programs and challenges in a social, political and economic context (adolescent health, HIV prevention, gender violence, abortion, fistula, reproductive cancers)

 Unit 6.Contemporary Issues on Sexual and Reproductive Rights: Introduction to reproductive rights, Education and Access to Information in the Context of Contraception, Advocacy and the Role of civil societies in the Promotion and Protection of Sexual and Reproductive Rights.

This module aims to provide students with important skills which are of both academic and vocational value, being an essential part of the training of an economic statistician scientist and also useful for a career. 

The aims of this module are to introduce the major areas and issues of Construction and evaluation of Actuarial models. The module is based on the following points Selection and application of an appropriate actuarial model to data at hand; Provides a practical understanding of the processes involved in the evaluation of an actuarial model Having successfully completed this module, students should be able to Analyse data from an application in a business context. Determine a suitable model including parameter values; and Provide measures of confidence for decisions based upon the model.

This course is  designed to UR-CE students in EE and EEE combinations.

By the end of this  course  students  should be able to:

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This course is for 4th year Pharmacy student  in  academic year 15-16

The aim of this module is to introduce students with good physics and mathematics background   on relevant remote sensing techniques, applied in Meteorology, for inverse problem solving. It mainly focuses on understanding the atmosphere through remote sensing by microwave and optical (uv/visible)-infrared sensors, familiarization with using satellite remote sensing for monitoring global environment, data assimilation, and popular atmospheric remote sensing software. Having successfully completed this module, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of:

-          The atmospheric remote sensing by microwave and optical (uv/visible)-infrared sensors;

-          Models and inversion methods for meteorological problem solving under remote sensing principles;

-          Data assimilation, mapping and atmospheric remote sensing programs;

-          Satellite remote sensing for monitoring global environment;

-          Problem development and solving in relation of atmosphere;

-          Dissemination and transfer of knowledge related to Principles of Applications of Remote Sensing in Meteorology;

-          And enhance their knowledge transfer skills through regular oral presentations.

Resources

1. In addition to regular class lecturer presentation, students are argued to search for further materials with google engines;
2.  Marzano, Frank S., and Guido Visconti, eds. Remote sensing of atmosphere and ocean from space: Models, instruments and techniques. Vol. 13. Springer Science & Business Media, 2006;
3. Chuvieco, Emilio. Earth observation of global change: The role of satellite remote sensing in monitoring the global environment. Springer, 2008.
4.  Huffman RE. Atmospheric ultraviolet remote sensing. Academic Press; 1992 Oct 19.

Space Physics describes the behaviour of the space in the vicinity of the Earth and within the solar system
with focus on solar-terrestrial relationships. Specifically, it provides a detailed description on how solar
particles and radiation affect the Earth and near-Earth space through the solar wind and magnetosphere
coupling. Space physics as the study of Earth’s home in space, includes:

1. the study of how the Sun works from its interior to its surface and its atmosphere (the corona), including
the causes of eruptions on the Sun marking times of high solar activity,

2. the characterization of the environment between the Sun and the planets out to the interstellar medium,
including the solar wind and energetic cosmic rays from outside the solar system,

3. the study of the interaction of the magnetic barriers (magnetospheres) surrounding Earth and other
planets with the interplanetary environment, particularly during times of high solar activity,

4. the study of Earth’s ionized upper atmosphere (the ionosphere) and its interaction with Earth’s neutral
lower atmosphere.

Space Physics introduces also the concept of space weather and how this is monitored, and its adverse
impacts on technologies and society. Space weather is a fundamental part of the study of space and has an
importance not only in understanding the universe, but also in our practical everyday life such as communi-
cation, satellite safety and applications.

1.       Brief description of aims and content

The module will focus on the description and analysis of the underlying physical processes that define the earth climate. The module will present a short overview of the climate history of our planet as indicated by modern techniques of climate recording, will involve the overall energy budget, which is balanced by solar energy and the physical absorption and reflection processes in our oceans and atmosphere. The physics of these processes and the impact on climate balance and weather patterns will be discussed.

Having successfully completed the module, students should be able to:

1.      Explain the origin of the Earth’s Atmosphere and climate, their relationship, structure and composition.

2.      Discuss the basic physical concepts for the atmosphere and climate.

3.      Understand the consequences of climate change including the natural forcing.

4.      Quantify how solar radiation affects the earth's energy budget with reference to the radiative and convective energy transfer.

5.      Have a general understanding of General Circulation of the Atmosphere and Hydrological cycle

2.      Indicative content

Chapter.1. Introduction to the Climate System: History and Evolution of Earth’s Climate; Atmosphere, Ocean and Land Surface; Atmospheric Temperature; Atmospheric Composition; Hydrostatic Balance and Atmospheric Humidity

Chapter 2. The Global Energy Balance: Warmth and Energy; Energy Balance of Earth; The Surface Energy Budget ; Storage of Heat in the Surface ; Radiative Heating of the Surface;  The Atmospheric Boundary Layer The Solar System ; Emission Temperature of a planet; Greenhouse Effect; Global Radiative Flux Energy Balance and Distribution of Insolation.

Chapter 3.  The Hydrologic Cycle: Water, Essential to Climate and Life; The Water Balance; Surface Water Storage and Runoff; Precipitation and Dewfall; Evaporation and Transpiration.

Chapter 4. General Circulation of the Atmosphere and Climate: Energy Balance of the Atmosphere; Atmospheric Motions and the Meridional Transport of Energy; The Angular-Momentum Balance and Large-Scale Circulation patterns and climate.

Chapter 5. Natural Climate Change: Natural Forcing of Climate Change; Solar Luminosity Variations; Natural Aerosols and Climate; Volcanic Eruptions and Stratospheric Aerosols.

The content of this module is about general introduction to accounting theory and standards, Accounting principles, Accounting standards, approaches to the development of accounting standards, the accounting concept of income versus economic concept of income, Nomenclature of income, Recognition of income, measurement of income and research in Financial Markets.

This module introduces the students to the principles of auditing, legal and professional environment of an audit, designing and developing of an audit plan, programme and working papers. Also designing and implementation of audit procedures, performing audit in computerized environment as well as preparation of audit reports.