Description
Comprehensive coverage of the time value of money
In this book, authors Pamela Peterson Drake and Frank Fabozzi fully expand upon the type of time value of money (TVM) concepts usually presented as part of overviews given in other general finance books. Various TVM concepts and theories are discussed, with the authors offering many examples throughout each chapter that serve to reinforce the tools and techniques covered. Problems and detailed solutions-demonstrated using two different financial calculators, as well as Excel-are also provided at the end of each chapter, while glossary terms are provided in an appendix to familiarize you with basic terms.
- Provides the basic foundations of the time value of money
- Covers issues ranging from an introduction of financial mathematics to calculating present/future values and understanding loan amortization
- Contains problem/solution sets throughout, so you can test your knowledge of the topics discussed
Understanding the time value of money is essential, and this reliable resource will help you gain a firm grasp of its many aspects and its real-world applications.
Author: Peterson Drake, Fabozzi
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Published: 09/01/2009
Pages: 320
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.13lbs
Size: 8.98h x 6.30w x 1.10d
ISBN13: 9780470407363
ISBN10: 0470407360
BISAC Categories:
- Business & Economics | Finance | General
- Business & Economics | Inflation
- Business & Economics | Investments & Securities | General
About the Author
PAMELA PETERSON DRAKE, PHD, CFA, is the J. Gray Ferguson Professor of Finance and Department Head of Finance and Business Law at James Madison University. Prior to joining James Madison University, she was an associate dean and professor of finance at Florida Atlantic University, and, previous to that, a professor at Florida State University.
FRANK J. FABOZZI, PHD, CFA, CPA, is Professor in the Practice of Finance and Becton Fellow at the Yale School of Management, Editor of the Journal of Portfolio Management, and Associate Editor of the Journal of Structured Finance and the Journal of Fixed Income.