Basic Mathematics for Economists, now in its 3rd edition, is a classic of its genre and this new edition builds on the success of previous editions. Suitable for students who may only have a basic mathematics background, as well as students who may have followed more advanced mathematics courses but who still want a clear explanation of fundamental concepts, this book covers all the basic tenets required for an understanding of mathematics and how it is applied in economics, finance and business.
Basic Mathematics for Economists, now in its 3rd edition, is a classic of its genre and this new edition builds on the success of previous editions. Suitable for students who may only have a basic mathematics background, as well as students who may have followed more advanced mathematics courses but who still want a clear explanation of fundamental concepts, this book covers all the basic tenets required for an understanding of mathematics and how it is applied in economics, finance and business.
Mike Rosser is a former Principal Lecturer in Economics at Coventry University, UK. Piotr Lis is a Senior Lecturer in Economics at Coventry University, UK.
Inhaltsangabe
1. Introduction 2. Arithmetic 3. Introduction to algebra 4. Graphs and functions 5. Simultaneous linear equations 6. Quadratic equations 7. Financial mathematics - series, time and investment 8. Introduction to calculus 9. Unconstrained Optimization 10. Partial Differentiation 11. Constrained Optimization 12. Further topics in differentiation and integration 13. Dynamics and Difference Equations 14. Exponential functions, continuous growth and differential equations 15. Matrix algebra