About Financial Management Explained

Elevate your understanding of finance with our comprehensive ebook, “Financial Management Explained.” This essential guide will equip you with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate the complex world of finance and make informed decisions that drive your organization’s success.

In this ebook, you will learn about financial statement analysis, various financial strategies, financial planning and forecasting, working capital management, and capital budgeting. You’ll also explore the cost of capital, capital structure, dividend policy, risk management, mergers and acquisitions, and international financial management.

Moreover, you’ll discover the latest trends in sustainable finance, Fintech strategies, and behavioral finance. The ebook also features practical case studies to illustrate financial management principles in action.

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Introduction to Financial Management
1. Defining Financial Management
2. Objectives of Financial Management
3. The Role of Finance in Business
Financial Statement Analysis
1. The Balance Sheet
2. The Income Statement
3. The Cash Flow Statement
4. Financial Ratios and Interpretation
5. Profitability Ratios
6. Liquidity Ratios
7. Efficiency Ratios
8. Leverage Ratios
9. Market Value Ratios
Financial Strategies
1. Zero-Based Budgeting
2. Activity-Based Costing
3. Target Costing
4. Value-Based Management
5. Financial Modelling
6. Earnings Management
7. Financial Restructuring
8. Leverage Buyouts
9. Financial Synergy
10. Portfolio Management
11. Behavioral Finance
12. Sustainable Finance
13. Fintech Strategies
Financial Planning and Forecasting
1. The Financial Planning Process
2. Budgeting and Budgetary Control
3. Financial Forecasting Techniques
Working Capital Management
1. Cash Management
2. Accounts Receivable Management
3. Inventory Management
Capital Budgeting
The Capital Budgeting Process
1. Time Value of Money
2. Capital Budgeting Techniques
3. Risk Analysis in Capital Budgeting
Cost of Capital
1. Components of Cost of Capital
2. Weighted Average Cost of Capital (WACC)
3. Factors Affecting Cost of Capital
Capital Structure
1. The Concept of Capital Structure
2. Optimal Capital Structure
3. Theories of Capital Structure
4. Financial Leverage and Leverage Ratios
5. Capital Structure Decision-Making
Dividend Policy
1. The Importance of Dividend Policy
2. Factors Affecting Dividend Policy
3. Theories of Dividend Policy
4. Dividend Policy Decision-Making
Risk Management
1. Types of Financial Risks
2. Risk Identification and Measurement
3. Risk Management Strategies
4. The Role of Derivatives in Risk Management
Mergers and Acquisitions
1. Types of Mergers and Acquisitions
2. The M&A Process
3. Valuation in Mergers and Acquisitions
International Financial Management
1. Foreign Exchange Markets and Rates
2. International Financial Risks
3. International Financial Strategies
Financial Management Case Studies
Conclusion