Investment courses are in demand by 800,000 business majors and lifelong learners in non-degree programs every year. Schaum's Outline of Investments, Second Edition, presents this authoritative learning guide to the decade's hottest topicmaking money grow. Contains clear and concise explanations of investment principles, contemporary investment strategies, and international markets.
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Avg. Customer Rating: 3.5 / 5.0
A Gem for Supplemental Studies:
Schaum's Outlines consistently provide good topical studies. I have read several of their finance and accounting books to supplement my CFA curriculum studies. The "solved problems" present a myriad of practical questions / scenarios, followed by detailed solutions. I consider this format a great way to learn! INVESTMENTS helps round out a finance students' or investment professionals' understanding of a variety of concepts. The book excels at presenting topical material in an orderly way.... more info
Good introduction to the beginning student of investment:
This book gives an excellent elementary introduction to investment techniques and concepts for the beginning student of business or economics. It is full of useful examples and solved problems as is characteristic of all books in this series, and it also gives adequate explanation of the terms and results in most areas of investment activity. Some of the parts of the book which are particularly well-written or helpful include: 1. The diagram of the corporate bond rating process . 2. The flowchart detailing... more info
A Good Book For The Do-It-Yourselfer:
A good book for someone who wants to learn the mathematics and mechanics of the various financial instruments.
