Praise for Modeling for Insight "Most books on modeling are either too theoretical or too focused on the mechanics of programming. Powell and Batt's emphasis on using simple spreadsheet models to gain business insight (which is, after all, the name of the game) is what makes this book stand head and shoulders above the rest. This clear and practical book deserves a place on the shelf of every business analyst." ―Jonathan Koomey, PhD, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory and Stanford University, author of Turning Numbers into Knowledge: Mastering the Art of Problem Solving Most business analysts are familiar with using spreadsheets to organize data and build routine models. However, analysts often struggle when faced with examining new and ill-structured problems. Modeling for Insight is a one-of-a-kind guide to building effective spreadsheet models and using them to generate insights. With its hands-on approach, this book provides readers with an effective modeling process and specific modeling tools to become a master modeler. The authors provide a structured approach to problem-solving using four main steps: frame the problem, diagram the problem, build a model, and generate insights. Extensive examples, graduated in difficulty, help readers to internalize this modeling process, while also demonstrating the application of important modeling tools, including: <ul>
<li> Influence diagrams </li> <li> Spreadsheet engineering </li> <li> Parameterization </li> <li> Sensitivity analysis </li> <li> Strategy analysis </li> <li> Iterative modeling </li> </ul>
The real-world examples found in the book are drawn from a wide range of fields such as financial planning, insurance, pharmaceuticals, advertising, and manufacturing. Each chapter concludes with a discussion on how to use the insights drawn from these models to create an effective business presentation. Microsoft Office Excel and PowerPoint are used throughout the book, along with the add-ins Premium Solver, Crystal Ball, and Sensitivity Toolkit. Detailed appendices guide readers through the use of these software packages, and the spreadsheet models discussed in the book are available to download via the book's related Web site. Modeling for Insight is an ideal book for courses in engineering, operations research, and management science at the upper-undergraduate and graduate levels. It is also a valuable resource for consultants and business analysts who often use spreadsheets to better understand complex problems.

Modeling for Insight: A Master Class for Business Analysts

Business & Money

Powell, Stephen G.

Batt, Robert J.

Management & Leadership

wiley

Now in its third edition, Management Science helps business professionals gain the essential skills needed to develop real expertise in business modeling. The biggest change in the text is the conversion of software from Crystal Ball to Risk Solver to reflect changes in the field. More coverage of management science topics has been added. Broader coverage of Excel demonstrates how to create models. Additional open-ended case studies that are less structured have also been included along with new exercises. These changes will help business professionals learn how to apply the information in the field.

Management Science: The Art of Modeling with Spreadsheets

Baker, Kenneth R.

John Wiley&Sons, Inc.

Now in its fourth edition, Powell and Baker’s Management Science: The Art of Modeling with Spreadsheets, 4th Edition provides students and business analysts with the technical knowledge and skill needed to develop real expertise in business modeling. In this book, the authors cover spreadsheet engineering, management science, and the modeling craft. Management Science, 4th Edition provides students and business analysts with the technical knowledge and skill needed to develop real expertise in business modeling. The authors cover spreadsheet engineering, management science, and the modeling craft. The text is designed to improve modeling efficiency and modeling effectiveness by focusing on the most important tasks and tools.

Business Analytics: The Art of Modeling With Spreadsheets

Now in its fifth edition, Powell and Bakers Business Analytics: The Art of Modeling with Spreadsheets provides students and business analysts with the technical knowledge and skill needed to develop real expertise in business modeling. In this book, the authors cover spreadsheet engineering, management science, and the modeling craft. The briefness &amp; accessibility of this title offers opportunities to integrate other materials -such as cases -into the course. It can be used in any number of courses or departments where modeling is a key skill.

Business Analytics: The Art of Modeling with Spreadsheets, 5th Edition: The Art of Modeling with Spreadsheets

Now in its fifth edition, Powell and Baker's Business Analytics: The Art of Modeling with Spreadsheets provides students and business analysts with the technical knowledge and skill needed to develop real expertise in business modeling. In this book, the authors cover spreadsheet engineering, management science, and the modeling craft. The briefness & accessibility of this title offers opportunities to integrate other materials –such as cases -into the course. It can be used in any number of courses or departments where modeling is a key skill.

Business Analytics: The Art of Modeling with Spreadsheets

John Wiley&Sons

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Modeling for Insight: A Master Class for Business Analysts

Management Science: The Art of Modeling with Spreadsheets

Management Science: The Art of Modeling with Spreadsheets

Business Analytics: The Art of Modeling With Spreadsheets

Business Analytics: The Art of Modeling with Spreadsheets, 5th Edition: The Art of Modeling with Spreadsheets

Business Analytics: The Art of Modeling with Spreadsheets