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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the difference between a self-paced mathematics course and one offered in the traditional classroom style?
Self-paced courses cover the same material as their traditional counterparts, but the format is different. Self-paced study allows you to attend when you need to in order to take exams or get one-on-one instruction, but allows you the freedom to learn at your own pace. If work or family require that you miss an evening, you can resume studying where you left off. While there are no standard lectures, self-paced courses are not correspondence courses--some attendance is required. For more detailed information about our self-paced mathematics courses, please visit the Self-Paced Mathematics program home page.

2. What's the difference between Analytic Geometry & Calculus XB16A, and Calculus XB1A?
Analytical Geometry & Calculus 16A-S is designed for students in business, the social and biological sciences, and the liberal arts. Calculus 1A-S is a more rigorous course intended for students in mathematics, computer science, engineering, or mathematical economics. However, please note that 3 units of either course satisfies admission requirements for the UC Berkeley Evening M.B.A. program.

3. OK, I've decided to enroll. What do I need to do?
Register for the course and purchase the required textbook and any course materials. Textbooks can be purchased in Berkeley at the Cal Student Store, Berkeley campus below the M. L. King Jr. Student Union (510-642-0770); or online at http://ucextensionbookstore.ucsf.edu.

4. Is this class transferable to other colleges or universities?
Any school can accept or decline any course, for any reason. To find out if the school that you would like to transfer to (including UC Berkeley) will accept the course, you must contact the school.

5. Can UC Berkeley Extension's math and statistics courses be used to satisfy business school prerequisites?
Yes. See the M.B.A. prerequisites page for details.

Still Have Questions?
Send e-mail to mathstat@unex.berkeley.edu or call (510) 642-1061.

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