Introduction to Management Science

by Taylor, Bernard W.

• ISBN13: 9780136064367
• ISBN10: 0136064361
• Edition: 10th
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2009-02-23
• Publisher: Prentice Hall

Summary

Introduction to Management Scienceshows readers how to approach decision-making problems in a straightforward, logical way. Management Science; Linear Programming: Model Formulation and Graphical Solution; Linear Programming: Computer Solution and Sensitivity Analysis; Linear Programming: Modeling Examples; Integer Programming; Transportation, Transshipment, and Assignment Problems; Network Flow Models; Project Management; Multicriteria Decision Making; Nonlinear Programming; Probability and Statistics; Decision Analysis; Queuing Analysis; Simulation; Forecasting; Inventory Management MARKET: This text equips readers with the skills and knowledge they need to solve problems through the use of mathematical models and computer solutions that implement the latest technology. Taylorrs"s objective was to focus on using simple, straightforward explanations and detailed step-by-step examples that readers would find understandable and easy-to-read.

Table of Contents

Management Science

The Management Science Approach to Problem Solving

Model Building: Break-Even Analysis

Computer Solution

Management Science Modeling Techniques

Business Usage of Management Science Techniques

Management Science Models in Descision Support Systems

Linear Programming: Model Formulation and Graphical Solution

Model Formulation

A Maximization Model Example

Graphical Solutions of Linear Programming Methods

A Minimization Model Example

Irregular Types of Linear Programming Problems

Characteristics of Linear Programming Problems

Linear Programming: Computer Solution and Sensitivity Analysis

Computer Solution

Sensitivity Analysis

Linear Programming: Modeling Examples

A Product Mix Example

A Diet Example

An Investment Example

A Marketing Example

A Transportation Example

A Blend Example

A Multiperiod Scheduling Example

A Data Envelopment Analysis Example

Integer Programming

Integer Programming Models

Integer Programming Graphical Solution

Computer Solution of Integer Programming Problems with Excel and QM for Windows

0-1 Integer Programming Modeling Examples

Transportation, Transshipment, and Assignment Problems

The Transportation Model

Computer Solution of a Transportation Problem

The Transshipment Model

The Assignment Model

Computer Solution of the Assignment Problem

Network Flow Models

Network Components

The Shortest Route Problem

The Minimal Sp<$$$>

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