"Managers who are looking to gain a better understanding of today's industrial environment will appreciate this text . It offers a comprehensive examination of the field. Empirical applications are integrated throughout the chapters to provide relevant examples. Discussions are included on price dis[...]

Uses the tools of game theory, information economics, contracting issues, practical examples, and optional econometric appendices to examine various facets of industrial organization and to enhance students' understanding of the strategic behavior of firms, the structure of markets, and imperfect co[...]