Summary

Why this book? This question arises every time a new book is added to the bookstore shelf. First, this book focuses on the decisions made by the financial executive in the financial management of the business and does not aspire to cover the entire spectrum of finance. As a result, it does not bombard the reader with all the topics of finance nor does it confuse them, but it helps them understand issues related to financial management and become familiar with the tools and methods to address them.

Second, this book is modern, written in simple language based on the latest developments in the field of finance, with examples drawn not from the USA or another foreign country but from Greek businesses, the laws, and practices followed in our country, the Greek economy, and the Greek stock market. In this way, the reader understands the operation of the business in the Greek environment and the necessity of making decisions within it.

Third, the book introduces the innovation of highlighting both the foundations and principles on which financial decisions are based and developing the risk management mechanisms offered within the business, with the help of banks or through the use of derivative contracts. In today's era of complexity and interdependence of various factors, a holistic approach to risk adds value to the business, and this book helps the reader to apply it.

It is aimed at students of university programs in economics and business administration and finance departments, as well as executives in the financial management of businesses.

Contents

Foreword || Introductory note || The structure for financial decisions || Returns and investment risk || Financial strategy policies || Policies for managing short-term accounts || Risk management || References