Management science in practice
by
 
Williams, Terry.

Title
: 
Management science in practice

Author
: 
Williams, Terry.

ISBN
: 
9780470026649

Personal Author
: 
Williams, Terry.

Publication Information
: 
Hoboken, N.J. : Wiley ; Chichester : John Wiley [distributor], 2008.

Physical Description
: 
ix, 332 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.

General Note
: 
Formerly CIP.

Contents
: 
1. What is management science? -- 2. Management science interventions -- 3. Problem structuring methods -- 4. Multi-methodology -- 5. Management science methods -- 6. The proposal stage -- 7. Data -- 8. Appropriate modelling -- 9. Creativity -- 10. Ancillary practical skills -- 11. What makes for successful OR? -- 12. Ethics -- 13. Reflective practice -- The final note : the future.

Abstract
: 
"Management Science in Practice takes a fundamental look at what Management Science is and how it can be practised in today's management environment. It is a valuable resource for Management Science and Operational Research students. It is also intended for practitioners who seek to make analytical interventions in business management or those undertaking continuous professional development."--BOOK JACKET.

Subject Term
: 
Operations research.
 
Management science.

Electronic Access
: 
Table of contents only http://www.loc.gov/catdir/toc/ecip0813/2008011003.html


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