Quantitative analysis methods. Revised edition

Author: Tan Yuejin, Editor-in-Chief
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Publish Date: 2006-11-01
Features: Quantitative analysis methods are one of the core courses in the Master of Public Administration (MPA) program. The newly published Quantitative Analysis Methods (Revised Edition) is written by the author based on years of practical experience in teaching and researching quantitative analysis methods, combined with the characteristics of MPA teaching. It comprehensively and meticulously revises the shortcomings and inaccuracies in the original edition. This book strives to meet the new requirements of MPA talent cultivation in the 21st century, systematically introducing the basic concepts, theories, and methods of quantitative analysis methods while reflecting the latest achievements in this field in recent years. The book is divided into 11 chapters, covering topics such as systematic modeling methods, statistical analysis methods, forecasting analysis methods, input-output analysis methods, optimization methods, evaluation methods, decision-making methods, management system simulation methods, and network planning methods. Each chapter is accompanied by a sufficient number of exercises and reflection questions. The content of the book can be taught in 60 hours, and additional cases can be added as needed for teaching. This book can serve as the core textbook for MPA programs, as well as a teaching and reference book for graduate students and senior undergraduate students in public management, business administration, engineering management, and finance-related fields at universities. It can also be used as a training textbook and self-study reference for civil servants, engineering technicians, and management personnel.