This book can be used as a way of introducing business and management students to economic concepts as well as providing economics students with a clear grasp of how to use the skills they will need in the world of business. Topics covered include: *product differentiation *price discrimination *hiring and training workers *labor-management relations *international trade A host of key features are employed to add colour to the text including case studies, examples and discussion questions. Scenarios presented centre upon a diverse range of subjects and firms including Eurostar, NHL hockey equipment, Chevrolet, Philips and pension plans.

About the Author

Tim Fisher is Associate Professor of Economics at Wilfred Laurier University, Ontario, Canada. His research interests are in bankruptcy, microeconomics, trade unions and free trade agreements. Robert Waschik is Lecturer in Economics and Finance at La Trobe University, Melbourne, Australia.

Book Information
ISBN 9780415272889
Author Tim Fisher
Format Hardback
Page Count 342
Imprint Routledge
Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
Weight(grams) 790g