Managerial Economics

A user-friendly problem-solving approach to managerial economics, with a focus on the transformative effects of the digital revolution.

Now in its third edition, this highly readable, non-technical introduction to the essential microeconomic principles is perfect for business managers. The new edition retains its global focus and economic rigor, with an emphasis on the role of information in decision-making. The text has been extensively updated and rewritten to include new and recent cases and examples from a multitude of countries and economic systems, applied to managerial situations. Utilizing economic analysis to spotlight topics in accounting, finance, human resources, and marketing, Managerial Economics, 3e employs a simple, pedagogic model, providing the most up-to-date and relevant foundation in the field. Written for managers rather than economists Each chapter begins with a real-world mini-case. Chapters are reinforced with progress checks, review questions, and discussion questions New coverage of oligopoly, time value of money, behavioral economics, experience curve, R&D strategy, and more Uses mathematics only where necessary Extensive online resources are available at http://www.comp.nus.edu.sg/~ipng/mecon.htm including updates to the book, PowerPoint slides, an Instructor’s Manual, and answers to discussion questions A wiki site at http://manecon.pbwiki.com/ provides additional examples as well as contributions from readers and instructors

Managerial economics, meaning the application of economic methods in the managerial decision-making process, is a fundamental part of any business or management course. This textbook covers all the main aspects of managerial economics: the theory of the firm; demand theory and estimation; production and cost theory and estimation; market structure and pricing; game theory; investment analysis and government policy. It includes numerous and extensive case studies, as well as review questions and problem-solving sections at the end of each chapter. Nick Wilkinson adopts a user-friendly problem-solving approach which takes the reader in gradual steps from simple problems through increasingly difficult material to complex case studies, providing an understanding of how the relevant principles can be applied to real-life situations involving managerial decision-making. This book will be invaluable to business and economics students at both undergraduate and graduate levels who have a basic training in calculus and quantitative methods.

For courses in Managerial Economics. A Problem-based Approach that Uses Modern Theories and Real-world Examples Managerial Economics and Strategy uses real-world issues and examples to illustrate how economic principles impact business decisions. Emphases on agency and contract theory, managerial behavioral economics, game theory, and pricing are especially valuable to future managers. In-text examples and boxed mini-cases use actual data to illustrate the use of basic economic models, while Q&As pose important managerial or economic problems and demonstrate a step-by-step approach to solving them. The Second Edition has been fully revised and updated to reflect new supply-and-demand curves and include discussions of corporate social responsibility, opportunistic behavior, and innovation. It also features new learning objectives, examples, end-of-chapter questions, and spreadsheet exercises.

The Eleventh Edition of this market-leading text continues its tradition of providing a solid foundation of economic understanding for use in managerial decision making. It offers a practical treatment of economic theory and analysis in an intuitive, calculus-based format. Its focus is on presenting those aspects of economic theory and analysis that are most relevant to students of business administration, and a wide variety of examples and simple numerical problems are used to illustrate the application of managerial economics to a vast assortment of practical situations. The nature of the decision process and the role that economic analysis plays in that process are emphasized throughout. This major revision is designed to maximize accessibility for a student audience with little or no background in economics, and no previous training in calculus.

Thomas and Maurice's goal for Managerial Economics is to teach students the economic way of thinking about business decisions and strategy. The 13th edition continues to develop critical thinking skills and provides students with a logical way of analysing both the routine decisions of managing daily business operations as well as the longer-run strategic plans that seek to manipulate the actions and reactions of rival firms. Approachable for students even without an economic background.