Financial management is the cornerstone of every successful organization, playing a pivotal role in decision-making, resource allocation and the overall achievement of business objectives.
This book is designed to provide college students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles, tools and techniques essential to managing financial resources effectively in today's dynamic economic environment.
The content of this book has been carefully structured to meet the needs of students. It bridges theoretical concepts with practical applications, ensuring a well-rounded approach to the subject.
Each chapter introduces fundamental financial concepts, explains their significance and illustrates their application through real-world examples, case studies and problem-solving exercises.
Key topics covered include Time Value Of Money, Risk and Return, Capital Budgeting, Working Capital Management, Corporate Finance Strategies, etc. The book also delves into contemporary issues such as Sustainable Finance, Fintech Innovations and the Global impact on Financial Markets, etc and thus preparing students to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of financial management.
Recognizing the diverse learning needs of students, this book employs a variety of teaching aids like graphical representations, summary tables, review questions, etc. These features aim to enhance comprehension and encourage critical thinking. The book supports self paced learning in simple and lucid easy to understand language.
This preface would be incomplete without acknowledging the invaluable contributions of various educators, industry professionals and peers, whose insights has helped in proper shaping of the book contents as well as approach of this book.
It is our hope that this text not only equips students with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in financial management but also inspires them to approach the subject with curiosity, analytical rigor and a sense of responsibility toward ethical and sustainable financial practices.
We invite readers to engage deeply with the material, ask questions and explore how financial management connects to broader business and societal goals.
Whether you aspire to ‘lead a global corporation’ or ‘manage a small enterprise’ or ‘pursue further studies in finance’, this book is intended to serve as your trusted guide on yours academic and professional journey.

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