Quantitive Methods for Economists

by R. Veerachamy

The revised second edition thoroughly explains the basic methods and techniques involved in mathematical analysis of economic phenomena. Statistical methods have been emphasized. Numerous new concepts, solved examples and illustrative practice problems have been included throughout the book. In addition, few new chapters have been added to enrich the quality of text as well. About The Author: Dr. R. Veerachamy was formerly Professor and Chairman in the Department of Economics, Bangalore University, Bangalore. He has put in 37 years of teaching on Quantitative Techniques for both Economics and Management students. His book ``Quantitative Methods for Economists`` is a very popular text among student community all over the country. Since 1973 he is handling the paper ``Quantitative Methods for Economists`` for the postgraduate students in Bangalore University. He has obtained his MSc. degree in Mathematical Economics from Madurai Kamaraj University and also has MA Economics degree as well from the same University to his credit. He is a First Rank Gold Medalist in Econometrics. He received his Ph.D. in the area of International Economics from Bangalore University. He has contributed research papers/articles in several journals of repute. He has vast experience in curriculum development for both MA and MBA courses. Currently he is working as a Professor, Department of Management Studies, East Point College of Higher Education, Bangalore. Table of Contents The Changing Scenario of Economic Science The Number System Theory of Indices Arithmetic and Geometric Progression The Theory of Sets Linear and Non-linear Functions Elementary Matrix Algebra Determinants Limits and Continuity Differential Calculus

1096 pages, Paperback

Published January 1, 2008