Pidd: ∗computer∗ Simulation In Management Science - Softcover

PIDD, M

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0471910392 ISBN 13: 9780471910398

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons, 1986

Synopsis

Now available in paperback edition, Computer Simulation in Management Science describes the modelling of management systems for simulation. Many flow diagrams are provided together with numerous examples in BASIC. Section I is a general introduction to the simulation methods commonly used in management science. Sections II and III provide detailed treatment of discrete simulation and system dynamics and by following the described principles the reader should be able to write well-structured programs to produce valid simulations.

About this title

From the Back Cover

The 5th edition of this popular book is essential for management science students, MBAs and practitioners in this area. It shows how practical simulation models are built and used, and provides the theory needed to do this – whatever software is used. It covers the modelling methods, computing and statistical requirements for successful simulation and includes:

• a new chapter on Monte Carlo simulation using spreadsheets
• a new look inside discrete simulation software
• simulation models in Visual Basic, SIMUL8 and Micro Saint
• system dynamics using Powersim

About the Author

Michael Pidd is Professor of Management Science in the Management Science Department of Lancaster University Management School. He is author of Tools for Thinking: Modelling in Management Science, now in its second edition, and editor of Systems Modelling: Theory and Practice – both published by John Wiley & Sons. He is a consultant to businesses and the public sector, a former President of the Operational Research Society and is a Research Fellow in the UK′s Advanced Institute for Management Research.

Edition details

• Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
• Publication date: 1986
• ISBN 10: 0471910392
• ISBN 13: 9780471910398
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 252