1. Introduction 2. Linear Programming 3. Integer Programming4. Transportation and other Network Models 5. Goal and Nonlinear Programming 6. Project Management 7. Decision Theory 8. Queuing Models 9. Simulation 10. Forecasting 11. Inventory Management  

Essentials of Management Science Morten Helbaek & Brock McLellan   So, you’re taking a course in management science - or operations research - and it’s a challenge. Many textbooks are intimidating in their length and detail and may seem more than you need. Isn’t there another way to master the subject and pass your course? Yes, there is and it’s in your hands. Essentials of Management Science is the book that tells you just what you need to know – nothing more, nothing less.   Essentials of Management Science is written specifically for anyone taking a first course in the subject, and provides a concise overview of key mathematical models for making business decisions. Using a range of examples in everyday use, it shows clearly how managers use scientific methods to solve business problems.   Essentials of Management Science encourages you to practise your quantitative decision-making and problem-solving skills with its own successful formula: Theory in Action vignettes showing practical applications and real-world relevance + Key models clearly explained and illustrated with Excel-based examples + Problems at the end of the chapter encouraging you to put techniques into practice + Solutions to problems at www.pearsoned.co.uk/helbaek = Knowledge and skills to pass your course   So become a model student, and forecast yourself a good grade by using Essentials of Management Science.  

Coverage of decision making at both operational and strategic level. Mathematical notation and jargon kept to a minimum. Worked examples, problems, self-assessment questions, discussion questions and chapter reviews give students plenty of practice and support. Strong emphasis on the applications of management science to the real world. Concise and clear coverage of both deterministic and probabilistic models. Extensive use of questions and Excel examples. Solutions to problems are provided in the back of the book.