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

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 Inside Secrets Of The Most Trusted And Succes... more

The Inside Secrets Of The Most Trusted And Successful Investors On Wall StreetEverywhere you look someone is telling you how to invest your money. How to ride the bull market... or anticipate the next correction. Everyone claims to have the answer. What should you believe?101 Investment Lessons from the Wizards of Wall Street. This is not a book for the investor who claims to know all there is to know. Its for the rest of us who need some basic dos and donts, such as: Invest in businesses you understand Assess your risk tolerance Dont try to time the market Always know how much money you can afford to lose Set a price goal for buying and selling Buy high. Sell higher Beware of stocks that get too much publicity... 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

Managing Banking Risk provides a comprehensive ov... more

Managing Banking Risk provides a comprehensive overview of topics focusing on the assessment, analysis, and management of financial risk in banking. The publication emphasizes risk-management principles and stresses that key players in the corporate governance process are accountable for managing the different dimensions of financial risk.This second edition includes chapters on the management of the treasury function. Advances made by the Basel Committee on Banking Supervision are reflected in the chapters on capital adequacy, transparency, and banking supervision.This publication should be of interest to a wide body of users of bank financial data. The target audience includes persons responsible for the analysis of banks and for the senior management or organizations directing their efforts. Since the publication provides an overview of the spectrum of corporate governance and risk management, it is not aimed at technical specialist of any particular risk management area.... less

Hedge Funds have rightly gained the attention of ... more

Hedge Funds have rightly gained the attention of private and institutional investors in recent years, proving themselves as useful portfolio diversifiers and preservers of wealth while greatly dispelling their reputation as an unsafe investment. Yet investors attempting to navigate in the field of hedge funds face significant challenges: the large number of funds, the diversity of strategies used, the range of financial instruments traded, and the various formats for investing.Pooling multiple hedge funds together into one vehicle, the fund of funds provides a ready solution, combining professional management expertise with asset allocation. In this book the first of its kind industry expert Joseph Nicholas shows investors how these funds operate, the benefits and risks, and the criteria and due diligence to utilize when selecting funds. Nicholas provides an in-depth analysis of historical fund performance and offers unique insight into the industry and trends that may affect its evolution.... 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

If you could identify one lesson of investing, wh... more

If you could identify one lesson of investing, what would it be?This question, repeatedly asked of Mark Skousen by everyday investors, intrigued the stock market expert. Could he sum up his decades-long experience as an investment advisor, professor, and writer in a single lesson? Was it possible both to explain the cryptic workings of the stock market and also relate a comprehensive investing strategy in just one book?This book represents the definitive answer to that question. Mixing sober investment guidance with compelling stories from Dr. Skousens years of exploration in the stock market jungle, Essentials Of Investing is an engaging, indispensable guide for surviving and thriving in the world of investment.... less

This book introduces the reader to the Annual Rep... more

This book introduces the reader to the Annual Report and discusses its various components namely, the directors report, the audit report and the financial statements. It helps the reader to unravel the mysteries of the financial statements and comprehend the innovativeness of creative accounting.... less