Competency of Accountancy, Business and Management Strand in Business Mathematics

Abstract

NTRODUCTION

Business Mathematics is the branch of mathematics which focus on problems from the business world. It enhances the computation and analyzing skills of ABM students. The practical applications typically include checking accounts, priced discounts, mark-ups, and others. Business is always surrounded by challenges which need to be dealt with proper knowledge. Hence, the competency of ABM students regarding Business Mathematics determined the qualification of the students for their chosen career.

METHODS

The study used phenomenological research to describe the experience of ABM students and also used purposive sampling to gather data based on the characteristics of the respondents. The population of the study is the Senior High School students in the ABM strand who took the business mathematics subject.RESULTSSome of the students evaluated themselves as an average learner which ranges from 5-7. However, there are students who rated themselves as excellent learners. The methods and techniques students used are mental calculations, analyzation, and advanced study. The students encountered many problems in learning Business Mathematics include time constraint, confusion on formulas to be used, and fast-paced discussion of topics.

DISCUSSIONS

The result demonstrated that none of the students rated themselves as poor learners in business Mathematics. This shows that the students already had enough background knowledge regarding business mathematics. Students used many methods and techniques to fully understand the topics in the subject. In the business, mathematics subject needs patience and dedication to pass.