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Who should take MDM4U online?
MDM4U supports more than one pathway. Whether you are heading to university, college, an apprenticeship or the skilled trades, or straight into the workplace, this credit counts toward your OSSD.
- Students applying to business, commerce, economics, psychology, health science or social science programs that accept or require MDM4U
- Students heading to college, apprenticeships or the workplace who want practical statistics and data skills
- Students who want a third Grade 12 math credit alongside MHF4U and MCV4U
- Students who need a stronger math mark for their university average
- Graduates and mature students completing a missing university prerequisite
- Student-athletes and international students who need a flexible schedule
What you will learn
- Counting and probability: Use permutations, combinations and probability rules to solve problems.
- Probability distributions: Work with discrete and continuous distributions, including the binomial and normal distributions.
- Organization of data for analysis: Collect, organize and summarize one-variable and two-variable data.
- Statistical analysis: Interpret data, assess bias, and evaluate statistics presented in the media.
- Culminating data management investigation: Design and complete your own investigation using real data, and present your findings.
Official Ontario course description
Mathematics of Data Management, Grade 12, University Preparation (MDM4U)
This course broadens students’ understanding of mathematics as it relates to managing data. Students will apply methods for organizing and analysing large amounts of information; solve problems involving probability and statistics; and carry out a culminating investigation that integrates statistical concepts and skills. Students will also refine their use of the mathematical processes necessary for success in senior mathematics. Students planning to enter university programs in business, the social sciences, and the humanities will find this course of particular interest.
Prerequisite: Functions, Grade 11, University Preparation, or Functions and Applications, Grade 11, University/College Preparation
Source: Ontario Ministry of Education, Curriculum and Resources.
How the online course works
- Register online and receive access to your course in Google Classroom.
- Learn at your pace with lessons and assignments. Your teacher returns feedback and grades, usually within 3 to 5 business days.
- Complete your assessments as you finish each unit, with support from your teacher along the way.
- Receive your credit. We send your final mark to your home school and submit it to OUAC.
Need it sooner? Add Fast Track for priority grading when you have an application deadline.
MDM4U frequently asked questions
What is the prerequisite for MDM4U?
The Ontario prerequisite for MDM4U is MCR3U, Grade 11 Functions, or MCF3M, Grade 11 Functions and Applications.
Which programs accept MDM4U?
Many business, economics, psychology, health science and social science programs list MDM4U as required or accepted. Check the admission requirements for each program you are applying to.
Is there a final project in MDM4U?
Yes. MDM4U includes a culminating investigation where you analyze a real data set on a topic you choose.
How long does MDM4U take online?
The course has 110 hours of lessons. You have 4 months from enrollment, and extensions are available up to 12 months in total. Many students finish sooner because the course is self-paced.
Will my MDM4U mark be accepted?
Yes. Aubrey Academy is Ministry-inspected, and we submit your final grade directly to OUAC and send your report card to your home school.
I already took MDM4U. Can I raise my mark?
Yes. Our Mark Upgrade option builds on the work you already completed instead of retaking the full course.