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The fourth edition of Statistics for Economics, Accounting and Business Studies presents an exceptionally clear and concise introduction to a range of statistical concepts and techniques. Using actual data to illustrate the theory, this student-friendly book shows how real-life problems can be solved using statistical techniques and refreshingly explains why they are used. Throughout the text key issues are highlighted and many common statistical traps and mistakes are revealed and explained.

This is a core text for introductory courses in statistics at undergraduate and MBA level. The user friendly text is particularly suitable for economics and accounting students and will also appeal to business studies students. It requires no prior knowledge of the subject and provides students with numerous real-life examples, problems and applications.

• Boxes highlight interesting issues and common mistakes, breaking up the text and keeping students engaged
• Real-life practical worked examples throughout the text ensure constant self testing and reinforce learning
• A focus on the use of computing in statistics using industry based software helps to illustrate how spreadsheets can be used to solve problems, giving students a true feeling of how a statistician applies their knowledge
• Comprehensive list of resources online for lecturers and students, including:

            For lecturers: PowerPoint Slides, Instructor’s Manual, and answers to even- 

numbered problems

            For Students: Full Glossary, Worked Excel examples, Formulae sheet, Weblinks and information on electronic sources

• Extra exercises with answers added to most chapters, allowing students to check their understanding, and updated problems to encourage deeper thinking and discussion
• More challenging problems marked with an asterisk to indicate that additional effort or proof is needed
• Restructuring of topics, for example data collection moved to the end of the book, to allow a continuous and more logical development through the topics and more concentration on the use of statistics

1. Descriptive statistics
2. Probability
3. Probability distributions
4. Estimation and confidence intervals
5. Hypothesis testing
6. The c2and F distributions
7. Correlation and regression
8. Multiple regression
9.  Data collection and sampling methods
10. Index

List of important formulae

Appendix: Tables

Answers to problems

Index

Business Statistics [CORE TEXTS/ 1-SEMESTER] (Decision Science)

'An excellent reference book for the undergraduate student; filled with examples and applications - both practical (i.e. computer based) and traditional (i.e. pen and paper problems); wide-ranging and sensibly ordered. The book is clearly written, easy to follow ... yet not in the least patronising. This is a particular strength.

Christopher Gerry, UCL

This fourth edition of Statistics for Economics, Accounting and Business Studies is written to provide a clear and concise introduction to a range of statistical concepts and techniques. Throughout the text the author highlights how and why these techniques can be used to solve real-life problems, ensuring that the material is relevant to the experience of the student. 

Features:

·        Assumes no prior knowledge of statistics or advanced level mathematics

·        Numerous real-life examples, problems and applications are included, some based on Excel

·        Calculating statistics on a computer is explained and illustrated using industry-based software, databases, etc.

·        Boxes highlight interesting issues, common mistakes and give advice on using computers in statistical analysis

·        A website accompanies the book with resources for students and instructors.

New to this edition:

·        More worked examples and real life business applications show students how to use the various techniques

·        Section exercises and end of chapter problems allow for practice and testing

·        Chapters have been reorganised, making the order more logical and flexible.

This is a core text for introductory courses in statistics at undergraduate and MBA level. The book will be particularly suitable for economics and accounting students and will also appeal to those taking courses in business studies.

Michael M Barrow is Senior Lecturer in Economics at the University of Sussex and has acted as a consultant for major industrial, commercial and governmental bodies.

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• Statistics for Economics, Accounting and Business Studies Companion Website, 4/E
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  © 2006 | Prentice Hall | On-line Supplement | Estimated Availability: 04/18/2006
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• Statistics for Economics, Accounting and Business Studies Companion Website, 4/E
  Barrow
  © 2006 | Prentice Hall | On-line Supplement | Estimated Availability: 04/18/2006
  ISBN-10: 0273683187 | ISBN-13: 9780273683186
  URL: http://www.pearsoned.co.uk/barrow
  
  
  

• Statistics for Economics, Accounting and Business Studies Companion Website, 4/E
  Barrow
  © 2006 | Prentice Hall | On-line Supplement | Estimated Availability: 04/18/2006
  ISBN-10: 0273683187 | ISBN-13: 9780273683186
  URL: http://www.pearsoned.co.uk/barrow
  

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