Mathematical Fundamentals for Microeconomics is a companion text for students needing mathematical background for courses in Microeconomics and Managerial Economics. It can also serve as a refresher for graduate students.
About the Author, C. Barry Pfitzner
Dr. C. Barry Pfitzner, a native of Richmond, Virginia, received a B.A. Degree in economics from Bridgewater College in 1970, an M.A. in economics from Old Dominion University in 1972, and a Ph.D. degree in economics from The Catholic University of America in 1983. He joined the faculty of Randolph-Macon College in 1982. His teaching interests include econometrics, mathematical economics, microeconomics, and international economics. He is the author of numerous papers in the areas of forecasting, econometric modeling, and international economics. Dr. Pfitzner has also received honors and awards, including the Thomas Branch Award for Excellence in Teaching at Randolph-Macon College and scholar of the year in economics for the state of Virginia by the Virginia Social Science Association. He was selected as a Distinguished Fellow for service to the Virginia Association of Economists for the year 2001. He served as president of the VAE in 1996-97 and is the current editor of the Virginia Economic Journal. Professor Pfitzner is the first holder of the Edward W. Seese Chair in Economics and Business, 1997-present. He also chaired the Department of Economics and Business from 1990-93. Away from the college, Professor Pfitzner's interests include travel and golf. The former primarily in order to do the latter. He holds a current USGA handicap of 3.
