Statistics for Economics, Accounting and Business Studies

In Statistics for Economics, Accounting and Business Studies, Michael Barrow presents a clear and accessible introduction to essential statistical techniques tailored for those studying economics, accounting, and business studies. The book explains not only how these methods work, but also why they are useful in tackling real-life challenges, illustrating the practical applications of statistics in everyday business contexts. Designed with the beginner in mind, the text carefully avoids assuming any prior knowledge while highlighting common pitfalls and misunderstandings. Notable features include a reintroduced chapter on Seasonal Adjustment of Time-Series Data and a wealth of worked examples and real-life case studies that demonstrate statistical concepts in action. Enhancing the learning experience further, this edition comes with an interactive online resource, MathXL. This platform offers personalised study plans, extensive practice questions with randomised values, and step-by-step guided solutions, all aimed at helping you master key statistical techniques. Statistics for Economics, Accounting and Business Studies is an ideal companion for undergraduate and MBA students eager to build a solid foundation in statistics as it applies to the dynamic world of business.