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Synopsis
This book is different. Why? Because in short, bitesize chapters I will show you how the asset management industry works. Most other books on asset management focus on portfolio management. I will instead show you a 360 view of the industry covering topics including the industry's main asset managers, who the main types of clients are, and most importantly, how people within the money management industry look at themselves. The book also covers the main systems used from a corporate reporting standpoint and common jargon used within the industry.Having worked in the asset management industry for many years, I will give you a view of how asset management is viewed from within the industry, not outside. I find it frustrating when books are written from "experts" who aren't even in the field. Very frequently, I find such books highly academic in their nature and not entirely reflecting how the industry operates on a day-day basis. By reading this book, you will come out well versed to hold a mature conversation on what matters in the asset management. Perfect if you are preparing for an interview, or if you just want an accessible yet thorough introduction . It is also for working professionals who are already in the industry - possibly in a niche, or specialist role - who would like to get a better understanding of the bigger picture.Think of this book as a primer, a crash-course, an "essentials" book, a very short introduction to...
Synopsis
What is asset management and why does it matter?
Asset management is a section of finance that looks at managing money for individuals and institutions. Studies estimate that asset management makes up close to 25% of all financial wealth that exists today Yet, this sector of finance hasn't deserved the attention it gets, sometimes getting overshadowed by other parts of finance such as investment banking. That's now changing. Many of the largest banks are doubling down on their asset management business as a profit generator. You should know about this industry
This book is different. Why?
First of all, there are very few books out there on asset management, period. There's plenty about investing and portfolio management, but the ones that actually talk about the industry as a whole? Very few indeed. That's where this book comes in. In short, bitesize chapters, I will show you how the asset management industry works.
What is covered in this book?
I will show you a 360 view of the industry, covering topics including the industry's main asset managers, who the main types of clients are, and most importantly, how people within the money management industry look at themselves. In addition, the book covers the main systems used from a corporate reporting standpoint and common jargon used within the industry. As a little bonus, I also give you a framework to think about the main drivers of any industry. I then apply that model to asset management.
What tools this book will give you.
By reading this book, you will come out well versed to hold a mature conversation on what matters in asset management. Perfect if you are preparing for an interview, or if you just want an accessible, yet thorough introduction. It is also for working professionals who are already in the industry, possibly in a niche, or specialist role, and would like to get a better understanding of the bigger picture.
Think of this book as a primer, a crash-course, an "essentials" book, a very short introduction to...