'Business managers will gain a basic understanding of the complex world of finance with this engaging book. It presents a balanced survey of the three main areas of finance: institutions and
markets, investments, and financial management. The examples have been completely updated throughout to provide the most relevant information. Discussions of small business practice help them
gain a better understanding of small business applications. More focus is placed on ethics to reflect the headlines in today'snews. Additional end-of-chapter questions and career-profile
features also enable business managers to connect the material to the real world.'--