Mathematics For Economists: An Introductory Textbook, Second Edition

By Nicholas Rau and Malcolm Pemberton

Book Overview

This book is a self-contained treatment of all the mathematics needed by undergraduate and beginning-graduate students of economics. Building up gently from a very low level, the authors provide a clear, systematic coverage of calculus and matrix algebra and easily accessible introductions to optimisation and dynamics. The emphasis throughout is on intuitive argument and problem-solving. All methods are illustrated by well-chosen examples and exercises selected from central areas of modern economic analysis. New features of the second edition include:>a thorough exposition of dynamic optimisation in discrete and continuous time>an introduction to the rigorous mathematical analysis used in graduate-level economicsThe book's careful arrangement in short chapters enables it to be used in a variety of course formats for students with and without prior knowledge of calculus, as well as for reference and self-study.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0719075394
• ISBN13: 9780719075391
• Release Date: November 2006
• Publisher: Manchester University Press
• Length: 695 Pages
• Weight: 3.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.4" x 1.5" x 7.4"