Finance For Strategic Decision-Making: What Non-Financial Managers Need To Know

M. P. Narayanan

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Finance for Strategic Decision Making demystifies and clarifies for non-financial executives the basics of financial analysis. It shows how they can make important financial decisions that can critically enhance their institution’s ability to respond to competitive challenges, undertake new projects, overcome financial setbacks, and most importantly, create shareholder value. Written by M. P. Narayanan and Vikram K. Nanda—two of the country’s leading authorities on financial strategy—this book offers a practical guide for using financial analysis to enhance strategicdecision making. The book includes a coherent framework that outlines practical and intellectually sound guidance for executives who must make strategic decisions. Finance for Strategic Decision Making

  • Explains the role of finance in corporate strategy
  • Offers guidance on resource allocation decisions
  • Explores how to determine the right balance of debt and equity capital to maximize firm value
  • Demonstrates how to use payout policy as a strategic tool
  • Clarifies if a merger, acquisition, or divestiture is in the best interest of an organization
  • Shows how to manage risk

Reveals how to measure value created and the effectiveness of upper level management

What will you learn from this book

  1. Financial Strategy Alignment: The book may emphasize the importance of aligning financial decisions with overall business and strategic objectives.

  2. Risk Management: Expect insights into how financial decisions can be integral to managing and mitigating business risks.

  3. Cost of Capital: Understanding the cost of capital and its impact on strategic decision-making may be a crucial aspect discussed in the book.

  4. Capital Budgeting Techniques: The book may delve into various capital budgeting techniques and how they can inform strategic decision-making processes.

  5. Financial Modeling: Insights into constructing and using financial models for strategic decision-making might be a key focus.

  6. Valuation Methods: Understanding different valuation methods and their relevance to strategic decisions could be a takeaway.

  7. Financial Forecasting: Expect insights into how financial forecasting can assist in making informed and strategic decisions for the future.

  8. Capital Structure Optimization: The book might discuss the optimal mix of debt and equity to maximize shareholder value and support strategic goals.

  9. Cash Flow Management: The importance of effective cash flow management in strategic decision-making may be highlighted.

  10. Performance Metrics: Discussion on key financial performance metrics and how they can guide strategic decision-making for long-term success.

Language English
ISBN-10 9788126509584
ISBN-13 9788126509584
No of pages 320
Font Size Medium
Book Publisher Jossey-Bass
Published Date 20 Apr 2004

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Author : M. P. Narayanan

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