Table of Contents

Preface. Introduction: Getting Started. Notes for students: how to use this book. Getting started with Excel. Getting started with Maple. 1 Linear Equations. 2 Non-linear Equations. 3 Mathematics of Finance. 4 Differentiation. 5 Partial Differentiation. 6 Integration. 7 Matrices. 8 Linear Programming. 9 Dynamics. Appendix 1: Differentiation from First Principles. Appendix 2: Implicit Differentiation Appendix 3: Hessians Solutions to Problems. Index.

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A thorough introduction to mathematical methods for those with little knowledge, tailored to students of Economics, Business Studies and Accountancy. The informal style and promotion of self-study make this a real motivator.