A concise eBook for the self-learner. The book covers the essential mathematical content for any student considering, or taking an MBA degree. All of the topics appear in a typical MBA program. Every chapter has practice questions, linked to video solutions.

The Fast Forward MBA in Business Math brings you the information you need when you need it most–now! This practical, easy–to–use guide gives you instant access to such crucial business math concepts as algebra, time value of money, and statistics. In short, lively segments using real–world examples, Professor Peter Garrity of Columbia Business School delivers the facts you need to master everyday business math problems–whether in product development, forecasting budgets, or even starting a business. You′ll find brief descriptions of key business math concepts, tips on real–world applications, compact case studies, and technology shortcuts. Here are all the tools you need to manage even the most intricate business math problems. You′ll discover: ∗ How to master the basic quantitative skills that are part of any business environment, such as future and present value, internal rate of return, and net present value ∗ Tips for using the latest software and technology tools to solve business math problems ∗ How to use statistics for decision making, such as descriptive statistical analysis and regression ∗ And much more From the creators of the bestselling Portable MBA series comes The Fast Forward MBA . . . ∗ A quick way to brush up on new ideas ∗ An easy–to–use format that fits in any briefcase ∗ Real–world information that you can put to use now!

MBA Math & More provides expert academic support you need for all the key material--especially the math--that you’ll see in your first year of business school. After all the hard work, you’ve finally gotten accepted to business school. But you’re worried about the “school” part of b-school--especially the math of Statistics, Finance, Accounting, and so on. Or maybe you’ve already started your program, and your head is spinning. Statistical distributions are brutal on their own, and they’re even harder when you’re also schmoozing recruiters and tackling all the other challenges of your MBA program. MBA Math & More will be your go-to academic guide throughout your first year of business school. Armed with top-shelf MBAs and years of GMAT teaching, the authors have drawn on their own experiences and those of hundreds of other MBA students to craft straightforward reviews of all the key concepts. The math is explained simply with plenty of easy-to-follow diagrams and concrete examples. At last, you’ll feel like you really get how the discount rate affects the price of a bond, along with dozens of other challenging ideas at the heart of b-school programs. The book even includes a glossary of need-to-know jargon, so you won't feel lost when classmates start slinging around acronyms.

This proven 13th Edition text, presents an arithmetic-based, basic approach to business math. It emphasizes practical skill-building to prepare students for future careers in business through step-by-step development of concepts, numerous practice exercises throughout, and a focus on real-world application of techniques. The text advances from most basic to more complex business math topics. A brief version is also available.

CONTEMPORARY BUSINESS MATH FOR COLLEGES, 15th Edition presents an arithmetic-based, basic approach to business math. It emphasizes a practical, skill-building approach to prepare readers for careers in business through step-by-step development of concepts, numerous practice exercises, and real-world application of techniques. The text progresses from the most basic to more complex business math topics. The accompanying CD-ROM includes tutorials, video clips, and more to help readers gain confidence in mathematics.

CONTEMPORARY BUSINESS MATH FOR COLLEGES presents an arithmetic-based, basic approach to business math. It emphasizes a practical, skill building approach to prepare students for future careers in business through step-by-step development of concepts, numerous practice exercises throughout, and a focus on real-world application of techniques. The text progresses from the most basic to more complex business math topics. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.