Finance for Non-Finance Managers provides informa... more

Finance for Non-Finance Managers provides information to understand the tools, techniques and nuances of financial management. This abridged version has been prepared on the basis of a careful selection of only such topics as are of immediate relevance to the non-finance personnel. The book contains chapters on basic finance concepts, financial accounting process, credit management etc. with relevant practice exercises and case studies.... less

This newly revised text is designed to cover the ... more

This newly revised text is designed to cover the financial element of the new CIPD Managing Information for Competitive Advantage module as part of the new Leadership and Management standards. The text is also suitable for any student taking a finance-for-non-specialists module on an HR degree programme. It offers clear, accessible coverage of all issues relating to the management of financial information, from the very basics, to ensure an understanding of all key elements of financial management.... less

Financial analysis is an essential skill in today... more

Financial analysis is an essential skill in todays highly competitive business world, where success is ultimately measured in cash flow terms. Even though computer spreadsheets have reduced the drudgery of financial calculations, it is critical that you understand and be comfortable with the meaning, context, and limitations of the key financial techniques and measures you apply to solving business problems of any kind.Techniques of Financial Analysis continues to serve as the clearest, most concise, and most practical guide to the key concepts, measures, and issues of applied managerial finance. Emphasizing the linkage of managements investment, operating, and financing decisions to business results, Helfert gives you the tools for understanding the nature of funds flows, analyzing financial reports, developing financial projections, evaluating capital investment decisions, assessing financing choices, and deriving the value of the business or a security.... less

8 Volumes CEOs, CFOs, fund managers and entrepren... more

8 Volumes CEOs, CFOs, fund managers and entrepreneurs need to know the latest trends in portfolio management, risk management, hedge fund operations, marketing of financial products/services and investor relations to compete in todays cut-throat financial world. This encyclopedia equips leaders with cutting-edge financial knowledge they need to stay ahead of their competitors.Vol. 1: Managing To Have ProfitsVol. 2: Hedge Funds: An Investors GuideVol. 3: Risk: The New Management Imperative in FinanceVol. 4: Analyzing and Managing Banking Risk: A Framework for Assessing Corporate Governance and Financial RiskVol. 5: Selling Financial Products and ServicesVol. 6: Corporate Governance: Putting Investors FirstVol. 7: The New Investor RelationsVol. 8: Portfolio Management... less

The venture capital (VC) industry plays an import... more

The venture capital (VC) industry plays an important role in nurturing entrepreneurship and innovation, and its role varies from country to country. This book attempts to compare the VCIs of different countries through the full range of pertinent variables, from business angels at one extereme to investee firms at the other. A wide and realistic picture of the industrys functions is presented. The analysis is based on the four main determinants of the VC industry: sources of financing, institutional infrastructure, exit mechanisms, and entrepreneurship and innovation generators. In addition, the special role of VC financing in the biomaterials industry is explained.Understanding the factors that contribute to the emergence of a successful venture capital industry is important for academics, VC associations, policy-making institutions, government agencies, and investors themselves. How can a countrys venture capital infrastructure give it a competitive edge in the global economy? What is the role of VC in the new economy? How have VC industries developed differently in different countries? Are there any lessons for successful VC industry development that can be applied across nations and cultures? How do you measure the maturity of a countrys VC industry? The editor and her contributors attempt to answer all these questions, among others. She concludes by offering policy suggestions for countries aiming to establish thriving VC industries of their own.... less

Wealth management, also known as private banking,... more

Wealth management, also known as private banking, has appeared at the centre-stage in finance management especially of high networth individuals (HNIs), superannuated persons with a corpus of retrial funds, non-resident individuals etc. Also persons of moderate resources looking for safe and appropriate return on their investments often need counseling in wealth management issues.Management institutes in India and overseas generally incorporate a Module on Wealth Management/Private Banking in their courses.Key Features Anatomy of wealth management extensively covered Deposit and investment related services Special credit card facilities and electronic banking service Safe deposit vault and safe custody services of commercial banks Taxation services Estate planning services... less

Mergers and acquisitions are among the most power... more

Mergers and acquisitions are among the most powerful and versatile growth tools employed by companies of all sizes and in all industries. A well-timed purchase or a well-planned merger can boost both the immediate financial position and the long-term outlook for your organization.Conversely, these transactions can quickly spell your companys doom if they are not conceived and executed carefully, legally, and sensibly. Whether youre an M&A veteran or find yourself at the table for the first time, its crucial to have an authoritative, soup-to-nuts reference to guide you through the many complex steps involved in these major business strategies. Mergers & Acquisitions from A to Z gives you just that, including: Preparing for a Merger or Acquisition and Initiating the Deal Preliminary Considerations and Documentation Due Diligence Regulatory Considerations Structuring the Deal Valuation and Pricing Financing... less

Incorporates The Latest Amendments In The Finance... more

Incorporates The Latest Amendments In The Finance Bill 2007A Complete Guide For The NRI covers in detail all the rules and regulations applicable to Non-resident Indians. It bridges the gap that exists a gap between an inadequate understanding of the laws as they relate to NRIs and the NRI himself. This book is a must for every NRI, persons intending to become NRIs, financial consultants, bankers and students. In this book, Mr. Raghu Palat a highly-regarded banker, investment adviser and tax consultant, Raghu Palat, opens up the world of the Non-Resident Indian. In clear and lucid terms, he explains all that an NRI needs to know in order to manage his affairs well. Who is an NRI What must he be aware of with regard to taxes Where and how should he invest in India Whether he can avail of loans Against his NRI account and from others What can he bring into the country with concessions or dutyfree... less

Advances in technology and risk modeling have boo... more

Advances in technology and risk modeling have boosted derivative markets. The resulting increase in arbitrage activities has narrowed profit margins in all financial markets. Consistent risk methodology is now an essential tool for overcoming competitive pricing and for anticipating the consequences of market turbulence.It is now possible to calculate the potential impact of every major deal on the overall risk profit of the firm. Market risk and credit risk can be quantified and considered against the expected contribution to share-holder value or return on capital. These measurements create a theoretical framework for harmonizing activity at financial firms.In practice, todays markets and technologies evolve so rapidly that the requirements and the capabilities shift before any reengineering cycle can be completed. A quagmire of data seriously confounds the task of extracting reliable information for risk management. The data problem becomes acute when you move to global risk management, because a flaw anywhere affects the whole process and is much harder to trace.... less