<p>There are many ways in which scientific methods can be used to analyse and provide rational solutions to problems encountered in management decision-making. A Practical Introduction to Management Science 2e provides a general introduction to the field of management science, and gives a balanced view of the most widely used applications. The book shows how managers can use scientific ideas and methods to solve business problems and it describes a range of ideas that managers use. This text adopts a quantitative viewpoint, but deliberately avoids formal proofs and derivations, concentrating instead on applications rather than theory. The emphasis of the text is on the real world and it highlights the relevance of the subject, reinforcing the practical orientation with case studies and examples. This text book is ideal for any student who is taking a first course in management science, assuming no previous knowledge of the subject.</p>

A Practical Introduction to Management Science, Second Edition

Donald Waters

Business & Money

Ad Wes Long Hi ed

Quantitative Methods for Business

Economics

Addison-Wesley

All organizations make products (either good or services) to satisfy customer demand. This means that operations management is an important function in every organization. This latest book in the Fast Tract MBA Series will: - describe the main themes of operations management - emphasize the importance of operations in all types of organization and industry - emphasize strategic issues - cover important ideas and issues, but does not get too entangled in detailed and lengthy discussion - Written in a practical and direct style, this book is intended for busy professionals who watn useful information in a readable form, without the distractions of academic padding.

Operations Management (Fast Track MBA)

Kogan Page, Ltd.

Offering a lifeline both to those starting out in the jargon-ridden world of finance and to any individual trying to invest in the stock market, Donald Waters's straightforward guide demonstrates that it takes just half an hour for any reader to learn enough to be able to interpret the financial pages with confidence.

30 Minutes to Understand the Financial Pages (30 Minutes Series)

Inventory Control and Management

wiley

Global Logistics, 5/e

KOGAN PAGE INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED

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