K. Seethapathi
34 books
This is a unique series that explores global accounting standards, how they have evolved and the issues involved at arriving at these standards. Accounting Standards Vol. I presents a simple understanding of the accounting standards practiced in America, India and elsewhere, accompanied by a brief discussion on related issues. Vol. II stresses the need for quality accounting standards and practices that adhere to international standards. Vol. III of this series ...
Underwriting in insurance is the process according to which an insurance company decides to grant the insurance request or not, according to the risk potential. This is contained in Volume I of this four-part series on insurance underwriting. Volume II highlights the role of the underwriter and his skills and expertise in assessing risks and the cost of insurance including automobile, fire, health, liability, life, property, etc. Volume III deals with the ...
Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) has always been one of the most spoken of topics in the context of economic globalization. MNCs consider FDI as a primary means for reorganizing their production activities across the globe. The recipient countries consider the FDI inflow as a major opportunity for integrating their economies into a broader global market that would, in turn, facilitate their overall economic development. The importance of these countries as ...
This is a unique series that explores global accounting standards, how they have evolved and the issues involved at arriving at these standards. Accounting Standards Vol. I presents a simple understanding of the accounting standards practiced in America, India and elsewhere, accompanied by a brief discussion on related issues. Vol. II stresses the need for quality accounting standards and practices that adhere to international standards. Vol. III of this series ...
Learning from the speculative use of derivatives of Barings Bank and the Enron implosion this book seeks out alternative risk management tools in the current market. Different ways to manage property portfolio, international diversification, alternative Investments, accounting for derivatives and management of investment institutions are discussed.
Do the dynamics of the dollar and currency volatility confuse you? This book will give you a conceptual understanding of the International Monetary System, the foreign exchange market, exchange rate determination, exchange rate forecasting as well as introduce you to managing exchange risk.
General insurance or non-life insurance is an intrinsic part of the overall success of an Indian corporate house. It caters to the large corporate and business risks if industry and thus takes on the country’s risks. It is, therefore, considered the backbone of industrial activity. Read this volume to know all about general insurance, loss prevention and control, risk assessment, underwriting and other related issues.
After the introduction on Investment banking, learn of more advanced issues. This book sees Investment banking is seen in the light of globalization, competition and rapid changes in the socio-economic and technological environment and how investment banks must design their structure, systems and operations to succeed. Since they operate in very volatile environments with varying macroeconomic factors and investor sentiments, they are open to risks, and a failure ...
Underwriting in insurance is the process according to which an insurance company decides to grant the insurance request or not, according to the risk potential. This is contained in Volume I of this four-part series on insurance underwriting. Volume II highlights the role of the underwriter and his skills and expertise in assessing risks and the cost of insurance including automobile, fire, health, liability, life, property, etc. Volume III deals with the ...
How do investment bankers manage IPOs? Here's a book that answers this question. Management of public issues, methods of raising funds in the market and issues of pricing and valuation are discussed along with the challenges of drying up of IPO markets, postponement of deals and accounting frauds. A workbook is included.
The first of this five-part series, Volume I, introduces the subject of claims management in insurance and calls attention as part of CRM. It discusses various concepts related to the insurance industry, claims management of insurance business, and others. It also has a workbook. Volume II discusses a broad sweep of issues related to claims management, such as organizational structure, quality of services, and cost effectiveness of claims. It ends with a ...
Fund managers play a crucial role in managing people’s funds. To give of their best, they must update their knowledge of changes in the global financial markets. The idea is to be in step with market movements since investors judge them by their performance. This book discusses basics of portfolio management, investment policy, related theories and asset allocation procedures.
The first of this five-part series, Volume I, introduces the subject of claims management in insurance and calls attention as part of CRM. It discusses various concepts related to the insurance industry, claims management of insurance business, and others. It also has a workbook. Volume II discusses a broad sweep of issues related to claims management, such as organizational structure, quality of services, and cost effectiveness of claims. It ends with a ...
Making money is not half as hard as safeguarding it, for many of us. This book presents a vast array of investment opportunities to safeguard your wealth since it is not possible for everyone to make wise investments without advice. Financial advisors park your funds in safe and profitable schemes, and you park your trust in the advisor. This book discusses specialized portfolio management based on the characteristics of the portfolio’s components.
The first of this five-part series, Volume I, introduces the subject of claims management in insurance and calls attention as part of CRM. It discusses various concepts related to the insurance industry, claims management of insurance business, and others. It also has a workbook. Volume II discusses a broad sweep of issues related to claims management, such as organizational structure, quality of services, and cost effectiveness of claims. It ends with a ...
Not everyone can make good investment decisions-so individuals wanting long-term benefits from their investments seek the services of investment experts. This book explores portfolio management, the need for choosing an optimal portfolio and the intricacies involved. The book highlights the importance of monitoring portfolio performance consistently and measuring the fund manager's performance.
The first of this five-part series, Volume I, introduces the subject of claims management in insurance and calls attention as part of CRM. It discusses various concepts related to the insurance industry, claims management of insurance business, and others. It also has a workbook. Volume II discusses a broad sweep of issues related to claims management, such as organizational structure, quality of services, and cost effectiveness of claims. It ends with a ...
In the global financial world, companies devote considerable resources in managing various risks facing the organisation. The risk that any firm faces in its operations is often defined in terms of its exposures that include the elements of interest rate risk, currency risk, business cycle risk, inflation risk, commodity price risk and industry risk. Risk management encompasses the assessment and management of the corporate's exposure to the different sources of ...
The first of this five-part series, Volume I, introduces the subject of claims management in insurance and calls attention as part of CRM. It discusses various concepts related to the insurance industry, claims management of insurance business, and others. It also has a workbook. Volume II discusses a broad sweep of issues related to claims management, such as organizational structure, quality of services, and cost effectiveness of claims. It ends with a ...
Finance has remained a mystery to many managers and often, non-finance managers leave this area to financial experts due to their lack of understanding of the concepts of financial strategy. Sometimes, finance managers suggestions do not tally with the strategic decisions of the top management. This distant relationship between general managers and finance managers may lead to value-destroying decisions. Thus, non-finance managers must know some conceptual issues ...
Underwriting in insurance is the process according to which an insurance company decides to grant the insurance request or not, according to the risk potential. This is contained in Volume I of this four-part series on insurance underwriting. Volume II highlights the role of the underwriter and his skills and expertise in assessing risks and the cost of insurance including automobile, fire, health, liability, life, property, etc. Volume III deals with the ...
This book is about the world of strategic finance, replete with situations of integration of decisions with organizational policy. It deals with industry analysis, financial policies and strategies with which firms operate and which have a direct bearing on operational efficiency. This book combines the conceptual appreciation of these strategies and policies.
It is as important to be aware of the nuances of insurance law as of any other aspect of law. In this three-part series on insurance law, the concepts, breadth of scope and insurance trends of insurance law are covered in great detail. Volume I begins with a discussion on the various necessary elements of insurance such as insurance contracts, how to formulate a contract, marketing insurance business, classification of insurance business and related aspects. This ...