Includes bibliographical references (pages R1-R30).

The art and science of executive decisions -- Formulation of linear optimization models -- Algebraic and geometric representations of linear optimization models -- Simplex method of solution -- Sensitivity testing and duality -- Optimization in networks -- Network algorithms -- Introduction to dynamic optimization models -- Dynamic optimization of inventory scheduling -- Other examples of dynamic programming -- Decision-making over an unbounded horizon -- Optimization methods for an unbounded horizon -- Integer programming and combinatorial models -- Optimization with a nonlinear objective function -- Advanced techniques in nonlinear programming -- Introduction to stochastic programming models -- Probabilistic dynamic programming models -- Dynamic programming in Markov chains -- Probabilistic inventory models -- Waiting line models -- Simulation of management systems -- Profit-oriented implementation -- Advanced topics in network algorithms -- Probabilistic inventory models with periodic review -- Advanced techniques for waiting line models -- Table-probability of a busy period.