This book on constrained optimization is novel in that it fuses these themes: • use examples to introduce general ideas; • engage the student in spreadsheet computation; • survey the uses of constrained optimization;. • investigate game theory and nonlinear optimization, • link the subject to economic reasoning, and • present the requisite mathematics. Blending these themes makes constrained optimization more accessible and more valuable. It stimulates the student’s interest, quickens the learning process, reveals connections to several academic and professional fields, and deepens the student’s grasp of the relevant mathematics. The book is designed for use in courses that focus on the applications of constrained optimization, in courses that emphasize the theory, and in courses that link the subject to economics.
A variety of path-length problems will be posted in this chapter. They will be
solved by linear programming and, where appropriate, by other methods. The
phrases “linear programming” and “dynamic programming” are similar, but they
have ...
A Critical Edition with Introduction, Translation and Notes. A Contribution to the study of the Javanese Mystical Tradition
The Scope of the Work The main purpose of this work is to give a critical edition of a Javanese text - the Serat Cabolek - together with an Introduction, an English trans lation of the text, and Notes. The present publication is a slighdy revised version of a doctoral dissertation submitted to the Australian National Univer sity in 1967. The Introduction to the text begins with a brief description of each of the extant MSS of the Serat Cabolek to be found in the Manuscript Sections of the Jakarta Museum Library and the Lembaga Kebudayaan Indonesia and in the Griental Manuscripts Section of the Leiden University Library. In addition, a description is given of a printed version of the Serat Cabolek. The eleven MSS and the printed text are compared with one another on the points of form, structure and content, in order to discover their mutual relationship. From this comparison it becomes clear that no matter how much these eleven MSS and the printed text of theSerat Cabolek may differ the one from the other, they all share a common core and all ultimately derive from a single source. The kernel of the Serat Cabolek in all probability comprised only the following sections: (1) the story dealing with the trial of Haji Mutamakin by the Kartasura tribunal; (2) the teaching of Dewa Ruci to Bhima; and (3) a commentary on Dewa Ruds counsel to Bhima.
The Menak stories have become more popular since they became part of the
repertoire of the wayan golèk (a kind of wooden ... It also contains chapters on
Ilmu Firasat (Physiognomy) which later became widely known in Sumatra and
Java.
Authoritative and lucidly written, The Human Mosaic spans the full breadth of traditional human geography while incorporating the best of recent insights from cultural studies. Its distinctive thematic approach (chapters are organized around the themes of culture region, cultural diffusion, cultural ecology, cultural integration, and cultural landscape) lends coherence to a thoroughly updated text that portrays the cultural geography of the world today.
Authoritative and lucidly written, The Human Mosaic spans the full breadth of traditional human geography while incorporating the best of recent insights from cultural studies.
Business Strategy is ideal for those approaching strategy for the first time. The authors' user-friendly writing style and innovative pedagogical features ensure students engage more readily with the material, so that complex strategic concepts are grasped quickly and easily. The book is accompanied by Strategic Planning Software (SPS), a platform where students can evaluate, formulate and implement specific company strategies – bringing the real world of business into the classroom with authentic research and analysis based activity. Key Features: • Ensures students have access to all topical issues – includes dedicated chapters on CSR, financial analysis, new technologies and emerging markets • Excellent international case studies of varying lengths help students digest theory through practical examples, bringing the subject-matter to life • Innovative pedagogy including 'Guru Guides' (bite-sized bios of key thinkers in the field) and an on-page glossary to define complex issues as they appear • A range of student learning and teacher resource materials, including bonus case studies, Powerpoint slides and self-test questions available at www.palgrave.com/business/campbell • AND includes free access to SPS at www.planning-strategy.com where students can solve real business problems
He has won several prizes, including the George R. Terry Book Award, the Igor
Ansoff Award and Management Book of the Year award. He died in 2004.
Christopher Bartlett received an undergraduate degree in economics from
University of ...
Looking for an introductory text in financial accounting? Then look no further than this book, created by an experienced author team specifically for those with little or no previous knowledge of the subject.
Accounting: A Very Short Introduction introduces terms like 'debits', 'pre-tax income' and 'goodwill'. Christopher Nobes covers all of the basic concepts of accounting and examines the main areas of accounting work, such as bookkeeping, financial reporting, auditing, and management accounting.
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