Essential Quantitative Methods

For Business, Management and Finance

Les Oakshott (University of Warwick, UK)

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Bloomsbury Academic
28 February 2020

Business mathematics & systems

This well-loved textbook covers all of the key quantitative methods needed to solve everyday business problems. Presented in a highly accessible and concise manner, Les Oakshott’s clear and friendly writing style guides students from basic statistics through to advanced topics, such as hypothesis testing and time series, as well as operational research techniques such as linear programming and inventory management. Step-by-step instructions and accompanying activities will help students to practice and gain confidence in carrying out techniques. The book’s coverage is fully grounded within the real world of business. Real-life case studies open every chapter and numerous examples throughout demonstrate why quantitative techniques are needed for a business to be successful.

An ideal textbook for undergraduate students of business, management and finance, it is also suitable for MBA students and postgraduates.

Accompanying online resources for this title can be found at bloomsburyonlineresources.com/essential-quantitative-methods-7e. These resources are designed to support teaching and learning when using this textbook and are available at no extra cost.

By: Les Oakshott (University of Warwick UK)
Imprint: Bloomsbury Academic
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Edition: 7th edition
Dimensions: Height: 260mm, Width: 193mm,
Weight: 948g
ISBN: 9781352005691
ISBN 10: 1352005697
Pages: 456
Publication Date: 28 February 2020
Audience: College/higher education , Primary
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Les Oakshott is a former Associate Fellow of Warwick Business School, UK. He has worked in industry and education and has wide experience of applying teaching quantitative methods in a business context.

Reviews for Essential Quantitative Methods: For Business, Management and Finance

An excellent introduction to quantitative methods, written in an accessible and comprehensive way to support students' fast and efficient learning ... an absolute essential. * Ioannis Kyriakou, Cass Business School, City University of London, UK * With plenty of applications to real-life business and reflections on methodology, as well as vivid illustrations, this is an excellent introductory textbook to inspire and motivate students. * Mofei Jia, Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University, China * A compact yet thorough introduction to the quantitative methods relevant to different areas of business ... Completely up to date, the book reflects the latest trends, issues and practices. * Sascha Moells, University of Marburg, Germany * Provides a no-nonsense way of learning the quantitative techniques necessary for both students and practitioners ... an invaluable resource * Simeon Coleman, Loughborough University, UK *