Optimization Methods in Finance (Mathematics, Finance and Risk)

Gerard Cornuejols

ISBN 10: 0521861705 / ISBN 13: 9780521861700

Published by Cambridge University Press, 2007

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Title: Optimization Methods in Finance (Mathematics...

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Publication Date: 2007

Binding: Hardcover

Condition: very good

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Synopsis:

Optimization models play an increasingly important role in financial decisions. This is the first textbook devoted to explaining how recent advances in optimization models, methods and software can be applied to solve problems in computational finance more efficiently and accurately. Chapters discussing the theory and efficient solution methods for all major classes of optimization problems alternate with chapters illustrating their use in modeling problems of mathematical finance. The reader is guided through topics such as volatility estimation, portfolio optimization problems and constructing an index fund, using techniques such as nonlinear optimization models, quadratic programming formulations and integer programming models respectively. The book is based on Master's courses in financial engineering and comes with worked examples, exercises and case studies. It will be welcomed by applied mathematicians, operational researchers and others who work in mathematical and computational finance and who are seeking a text for self-learning or for use with courses.

Book Description:

This textbook discusses optimization problems encountered in financial models, describes the relevant theory and efficient solution methods, and shows how to apply them to practical problems in mathematical finance. Based on a successful course at CMU, the text is class-tested and meets the need for a textbook aimed at financial applications.