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Our Economics and Finance titles are essential reading for students, scholars, policymakers, and market practitioners who want to stay up-to-date with the latest research and foundational topics in the field, from financial markets and trade to e-commerce, econometrics, quantiative investing, financial technology, financial engineering, global finance, corporate finance, law and economics, macro and microeconomics, and risk management.

Titles manage to balance quality of content with the increasing demand for a wider view of the vast array of topics in the field of Economics and Finance.

  • Valuing Mining Companies

    A Guide To the Assessment and Evaluation of Assets, Performance and Prospects
    • 1st Edition
    • June 4, 1999
    • Charles Kernot
    • English
    This book gives a perspective on the international mining and metals industry, from historical details of mines and mining to the potential problems encountered in attempting to value a mining company. Chapters are devoted to accounting practices and taxation, providing valuable information on the financial aspects of mining. It also covers various techniques used to value mining companies and gives instruction on how to set up a portfolio and begin trading in this complex field.

  • Estimator's Piping Man-Hour Manual

    • 5th Edition
    • May 24, 1999
    • John S. Page
    • English
    This reference provides reliable piping estimating data including installation of pneumatic mechanical instrumentation used in monitoring various process systems. This new edition has been expanded and updated to include installation of pneumatic mechanical instrumentation, which is used in monitoring various process systems.

  • Estimator's Equipment Installation Man-Hour Manual

    • 3rd Edition
    • May 24, 1999
    • John S. Page
    • English
    This new edition is expanded to include 26 new man-hour tables on compressors, dryers, dampers, filters, coolers, and heaters. This manual eliminates guesswork and enables you to produce fast, accurate equipment installation labor estimates.

  • Developing People and the Corporate Culture in Financial Services

    • 1st Edition
    • May 20, 1999
    • Vlad Stanic + 1 more
    • English
    To succeed in fast-moving markets, financial services organizations have to manage change in organizational culture in order to harness the commitment as well as the competences of their human resources. Changing the 'corporate mind' is a fundamental survival skill for the new leaders as well as the basis for market dominance in the future.Developing people and the corporate culture in financial services describes the personal views and direct experience of practitioners working with a variety of organizations. It focuses on the fundamental requirements for transforming corporate cultures and describes the ways to bring out the best efforts and commitment of the people employed.

  • Achieving Transformation and Renewal in Financial Services

    • 1st Edition
    • May 20, 1999
    • Rohit Talwar
    • English
    The rules for survival and success have never been so unclear, the choice of strategies so uncertain and the pressure to act quickly so immense. Achieving transformation and renewal in financial services focuses oncases and concepts that describe how leading players in financial services have addressed the challenges of organizational transformation and renewal.It is a practical handbook providing a rich and diverse set of case examples on how companies have been rethinking and reshaping their business operations to ensure they remain competitive into the 21st century.Rohit Talwar also considers some of the strategic implications of competing in a continuously changing 'wired world' and how to survive and thrive in such a turbulent environment.

  • Driving Strategic Change in Financial Services

    • 1st Edition
    • May 20, 1999
    • Bernard Taylor + 1 more
    • English
    Technology. Deregulation. Privatisation. Globalisation. No financial service business is immune to these forces, as they feed on each other in a whirlwind of change. These changes will require a revolution in the way all organizations are managed, demanding:New competitive strategiesAlliances and mergersBusiness intelligenceRisk managementQuick responsesDriving strategic change in financial services outlines the important trends and political decisions which have transformed the financial services industry. It examines how organizations are responding to the new industry models by implementing new strategies, new structures and new management systems. Five senior executives describe how they have each helped to create and implement a practical vision for their organizations.

  • Electronic Banking and Treasury Security

    • 2nd Edition
    • March 26, 1999
    • Brian Welch
    • English
    This edition takes into account the very latest advances in electronic banking and treasury security. The electronic transmission of funds from companies to banks means that companies are responsible for high levels of risk previously covered by the bank's own security systems. This book is the definitive source of advice for all finance professionals.Electr... banking and treasury security covers everything from the systems themselves to the new documentation and includes contributions from leading figures in the banking, treasury and computing communities. This book is invaluable to corporate treasurers, finance directors, bankers and the financial advisory community.

  • Comprehensive Natural Products Chemistry

    • 1st Edition
    • February 18, 1999
    • Derek Barton + 2 more
    • English

  • CFROI Valuation

    • 1st Edition
    • February 15, 1999
    • Bartley Madden
    • English
    What generates shareholder value? How can it be evaluated? How can it influence investment decisions and corporate strategy? Cash Flow Return On Investment answers all these questions by detailing the pioneering financial research carried out by HOLT Value Associates, the leading consultancy in the field. Read this book if you want to find out what really drives the wealth generation in any business, allowing you to pick which equities will succeed and which strategic initiatives are destined for high returns. The CFROI model is an essential tool for professionals working in finance and corporate strategy. It clarifies how economic value is created in a firm and acts as a reliable guide to:* making investment decisions* taking key strategic decisions* understanding economic value

  • Offshore Financial Services Handbook

    • 2nd Edition
    • February 5, 1999
    • Bill Brown
    • English
    Reputable offshore financial centres play a legitimate and integral role in international finance and trade, offering a huge advantage in certain situations for both corporations and individuals. Offshore financial services handbook provides an informative and comprehensive survey of the legitimate uses of offshore financial services.Based on his own wide-ranging experience in several offshore centres, Bill Penman Brown comprehensively reviews the development, practice and availability of financial services in the offshore environment. The result is a clearly written, practical guide which will continue to be essential reading for both professionals and their clients.

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