This section explores and evaluates strategies and tricks-of-the-trade in Banking, Finance, and Accounting for institutions around the world.

Because banking takes place in such a high-risk environment, and especially consid­ering the mistakes of the past, managers must take careful consideration of the facts before making any decision. Factors such as region and culture, investor behavior, and the interconnected nature of banking institutions around the world are only some of the concerns decision-makers face on a daily basis. In this section, 12 chapters explore some of the critical issues driving advances in Banking, Finance, and Accounting.