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The Next Great Globalization : How Disadvantaged Nations Can Harness Their Financial Systems to Get Rich - Thryft
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This book is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the role of financial globalization in developing nations. Mishkin presents a hopeful vision of the potential benefits of financial globalization, while also providing a clear-eyed assessment of the potential risks and challenges. Through historical examples, he demonstrates how effective management of financial globalization can create opportunities for growth and prosperity, and suggests concrete policies for achieving these goals. Overall, this book offers a nuanced and persuasive argument for the importance of financial globalization in today's global economy.
Intellectual Property Law - Thryft
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Brad Sherman, Lionel Bently  | Oxford University Press

Intellectual Property Law

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Intellectual Property Law provides students with a comprehensive analysis of intellectual property, its history, rights acquisition, infringement, and exploitation. It also provides an understanding of the legal, international, and cultural sources of intellectual property, both domestically and internationally. This book would be recommended for law students studying intellectual property law at an undergraduate or postgraduate level. The authors' question the coherence of the accepted legal classifications developed in this area of law, which make this a unique read in this field.
Selling China - Foreign Direct Investment During The Reform Era - Thryft
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Yasheng Huang | Cambridge University Press

Selling China - Foreign Direct Investment During The Reform Era

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This book about China's integration into the world economy proposes a radically different perspective. Most economists view China's large foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows as the result of China's economic success. This study views the same phenomenon as a function of the imperfections in the Chinese economic system. It uses economic theory to explain FDI to a greater extent than previous studies on the same topic. It also presents comparative FDI data of additional countries, making it more comprehensive than previous studies which focused only on China.
Traders - Risks, Decisions, And Management In Financial Markets - Thryft
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Recommendation: This book is great for anyone interested in the inner workings of the financial world. It gives an inside look at trader behavior, management, and the cultures and theories behind the institutions they inhabit. The book is well-written and informative, making it a must-read for anyone looking to gain a deeper understanding of financial markets.
Strategic Human Resource Management - Thryft
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Catherine Truss, David Mankin, Clare Kelliher  | Oxford University Press

Strategic Human Resource Management

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If you're aspiring to lead or revamp a company's human resources department, "Strategic Human Resource Management" could be your playbook. The authors Truss, Mankin, and Kelliher dive deep into creating effective HR strategies backed by current research and industry practices. Its straightforward explanations and case studies make it accessible, potentially transforming your approach to people management and giving you a robust framework for tackling HR challenges.
Economics Study Guide: Oxford IB Diploma Programme - Thryft
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This Economics Study Guide is a comprehensive and concise resource that covers all the topics necessary for success in the IB Economics Diploma Programme. With a particular focus on graph analysis and a new section on quantitative material, this guide provides students with the tools they need to excel in the new mathematical elements of the course. The straightforward language, summary tables, and extensive glossary make it an ideal study companion for both Higher and Standard level students. Engage with the theory and master the concepts with this invaluable study guide.
Business And Management For The IB Diploma - Thryft
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Tailored to the thematic requirements and assessment objectives of the IB syllabus. Designed for class use and independent study, this new coursebook is tailored to the thematic requirements and assessment objectives of the IB syllabus. It includes learning objectives and summaries; integrated Theory of Knowledge material; text in clear sections, following the IB syllabus structure and content specifications; clear, accessible English for students whose first language is not English; exam-style practice questions and a chapter on assessment and exam techniques. Written by two practising Business and Management teachers, Peter Stimpson and Alex Smith, it features the following topics: Business organisation and environment; Human resources; Accounts and finance; Marketing; Operations management; Business strategy.
If you're scratching your head at economic headlines and wondering how emotions play into the financial world, "Animal Spirits" might just demystify that for you. It's a book that leans on human psychology to explain economic trends and crises, offering a perspective that'll make you rethink the importance of confidence and sentiment in the economy. Not just for financial buffs, it could give you a new lens to view the world's economic health and your own financial decisions.
Fixing Global Finance - Thryft
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Martin Wolf | Johns Hopkins University Press

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Dive into "Fixing Global Finance" to gain a fresh perspective on the intricate workings of the global financial system. Martin Wolf’s compelling argumentative style and sharp analysis will challenge your understanding of the financial world, making it an indispensable read for anyone interested in global finance. It offers insightful and practical solutions that can potentially create positive changes in the system.
Organizational Strategy, Structure, and Process - Thryft
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"Books and articles come and go, endlessly. But a few do stick, and this book is such a one. Organizational Strategy, Structure, and Process broke fresh ground in the understanding of strategy at a time when thinking about strategy was still in its early days, and it has not been displaced since." ―David J. Hickson, Emeritus Professor of International Management & Organization, University of Bradford School of Management Originally published in 1978, Organizational Strategy, Structure, and Process became an instant classic, as it bridged the formerly separate fields of strategic management and organizational behavior. In this Stanford Business Classics reissue, noted strategy scholar Donald Hambrick provides a new introduction that describes the book's contribution to the field of organization studies. Miles and Snow also contribute new introductory material to update the book's central concepts and themes. Organizational Strategy, Structure, and Process focuses on how organizations adapt to their environments. The book introduced a theoretical framework composed of a dynamic adaptive cycle and an empirically based strategy typology showing four different types of adaptation. This framework helped to define subsequent research by other scholars on important topics such as configurational analysis, organizational fit, strategic human resource management, and multi-firm network organizations.
Economics for the IB Diploma with CD-ROM - Thryft
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A comprehensive new edition of Economics for the IB Diploma. This lively textbook, available in both print and e-book formats, offers comprehensive coverage of the Economics syllabus for the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma at both Standard and Higher Levels. This new edition is written by a highly experienced author and former IB Economics Chief Examiner and has been extensively revised to meet the requirements of the new syllabus (effective 2011). The print book includes a CD-ROM of supplementary materials including a chapter on quantitative techniques and extensive exam practice. These supplementary materials are also included in the e-book version for an all-in-one solution.
Cambridge International AS And A Level Business Studies Student's Coursebook - Thryft
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This book could be a good read for anyone interested in understanding business principles and techniques with an international perspective. With activities and case studies based on real businesses, it provides practical insights into how businesses operate globally. The inclusion of examination-style questions also helps students prepare effectively.
Tort Law: Text And Materials - Thryft
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Ken Oliphant, Mark Lunney  | Oxford University Press

Tort Law: Text And Materials

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This book is perfect for law students or legal professionals seeking a comprehensive understanding of tort law. The combination of clear overviews and well-chosen extracts from cases and materials make it easier to understand complex concepts. Lunney and Oliphant offer insightful commentary that helps navigate through the subject and makes it a valuable resource.
The Power of News: The History of Reuters, 1849-1989 - Thryft
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If you're fascinated by the evolution of global communications and the pivotal role of news agencies in shaping our perception of events, "The Power of News: The History of Reuters, 1849-1989" is a compelling read. It's not just a history book; it's a mirror reflecting the revolution in information dissemination from the 19th century to the modern age, focusing on an organization that has witnessed—and reported—some of the world's most significant events. Donald Read's exploration gives a vivid look at how Reuters grew from a single telegraph office to a news empire, all while grappling with the challenges of maintaining speed and accuracy—a combination that remains essential in today's fast-paced information era.
Emerging Multinationals in Emerging Markets - Thryft
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Why have so many firms in emerging economies internationalized quite aggressively in the last decade? What competitive advantages do these firms enjoy and what are the origins of those advantages? Through what strategies have they built their global presence? How is their internationalization affecting Western rivals? And, finally, what does all this mean for mainstream international business theory? In Emerging Multinationals in Emerging Markets, a distinguished group of international business scholars tackle these questions based on a shared research design. The heart of the book contains detailed studies of emerging-market multinationals (EMNEs) from the BRIC economies, plus Israel, Mexico, South Africa, and Thailand. The studies show that EMNEs come in many shapes and sizes, depending on the home-country context. Furthermore, EMNEs leverage distinctive competitive advantages and pursue distinctive internationalization paths. This timely analysis of EMNEs promises to enrich mainstream models of how firms internationalize in today's global economy.
Collected Essays on Economic Theory: Wealth and Welfare v. 1 - Thryft
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Economics for the IB Diploma - Thryft
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Ellie Tragakes | Cambridge University Press

Economics for the IB Diploma

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A comprehensive edition of Economics for the IB Diploma, offering coverage of the Economics syllabus for the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma at both Standard and Higher Levels. Written by a highly experienced author and former IB Economics Chief Examiner, this edition has been revised to meet the requirements of the new syllabus (effective 2011). Includes supplementary materials such as a chapter on quantitative techniques and extensive exam practice.
Competition Policy : Theory and Practice - Thryft
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Offering a complete analysis of antitrust (or competition policy) issues, this study is enhanced by frequent references to antitrust cases and a few fully developed case studies. Although it can be used as an economics textbook in graduate or advanced undergraduate courses, the book is equally accessible to lawyers, practitioners, and readers interested in antitrust issues, but unfamiliar with modern economics. Technical explanations of material are relegated to separate "technical" sections that can be skipped without losing continuity.
Commercial Law - Thryft
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Bradgate | Oxford University Press, Usa

Commercial Law

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This work takes into account the main developments in this field since publication of the second edition in 1995. The text examines the nature and function of commercial law and takes full account of the multitude of cases that relate to this field of law, including Stevenson v Rogers, Slater v Finning, Thain v Anniesland, Barber v NWS and Dimond v Graham.
Economics - An Analytical Introduction - Thryft
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Amos Witztum | Oxford University Press

Economics - An Analytical Introduction

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Witztum's text is a robust and challenging introduction to the key principles of economics. It delivers a comprehensive and focused view of the logical core of economic analysis. Presented in a clear and accessible form, the content is nonetheless sufficiently developed to take students beyond mere fundamentals, teaching them to apply economic theories and models to recognisable, real life examples. The book is therefore able to prepare students for further study of economics rather than to simply acquaint them with basic concepts.
Corporate Takeovers : Causes and Consequences - Thryft
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The takeover boom that began in the mid-1980s has exhibited many phenomena not previously observed, such as hostile takeovers and takeover defenses, a widespread use of cash as a means of payment for targeted firms, and the acquisitions of companies ranking among the largest in the country. With the aim of more fully understanding the implications of such occurances, contributors to this volume consider a broad range of issues as they analyze mergers and acquisitions and study the takeoveer process itself.
What's Next? : Unconventional Wisdom on the Future of the World Economy - Thryft
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Recommended for those seeking informed economic insight.
The Law Of Trusts - Thryft
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James E. Penner | Oxford University Press

The Law Of Trusts

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If you're a law student, this book is perfect for you. The author takes a complicated subject and simplifies it, making it easy for you to understand. You will be able to learn the fundamentals of trust law and understand the debates surrounding it by reading this book.
The Trans-Pacific Partnership - A Quest For A Twenty-First Century Trade Agreement - Thryft
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This book is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding how the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) could impact global trade. The authors, who have extensive experience in international trade negotiations, provide a nuanced analysis of the TPP's potential benefits and drawbacks. They explain how the agreement could help smaller companies participate in global supply chains, but also highlight concerns about its impact on labor standards and environmental protection. Overall, the book is well-researched and offers valuable insights into the complex world of international trade negotiations.
Blackstone's Statutes On Intellectual Property - Thryft
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Stephen Gare, Andrew Christie  | Oxford University Press

Blackstone's Statutes On Intellectual Property

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This book is a must-have for law students studying intellectual property law. It provides comprehensive coverage of both UK and international laws. The authors, Andrew Christie and Stephen Gare, are both intellectual property experts, and their expertise shines through in the clarity of the writing. The book is up-to-date with the latest legislation and is an excellent study aid for students looking to excel in this area of law.
Forging Reform in China : The Fate of State-Owned Industry - Thryft
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For business-minded individuals interested in China's economic growth, "Forging Reform in China" provides a comprehensive analysis of China's state-owned enterprises, and how the government can overcome systemic barriers to improve performance. The book offers case studies and detailed research that will help readers understand the challenges of market-oriented reform in China. Through this book, readers can gain insights into the current economic climate in China and how the government is positioned to achieve its goals.
Hedge Funds in Emerging Markets - Thryft
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This book is a must-read for finance enthusiasts who want to know about the controversial world of hedge funds and their impact on global markets. Through case studies and analysis, De Brouwer presents a balanced view of the workings of hedge funds, their activities in East Asia during the Asian financial crisis, and their role for institutional investors. The book also offers policy proposals to limit their destabilizing effects, making it a valuable resource for policymakers and investors.
Advances In Behavioral Finance - Thryft
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Richard H. Thaler | Princeton University Press

Advances In Behavioral Finance

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Recommendation: This book is an excellent source for readers interested in understanding the psychology behind investment decision-making. It provides a comprehensive overview of behavioral finance over the past 10 years, backed by detailed research from leading specialists in the field. It's a must-read for anyone looking to gain a deeper understanding of investing.
The Great Rebalancing : Trade, Conflict, and the Perilous Road Ahead for the World Economy - Thryft
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"The Great Rebalancing" provides a clear and insightful exploration of the global economy, debunking popular misconceptions about trade imbalances and their effects. Pettis provides readers with a deep dive into the policies behind these destabilizing factors and their potential for economic dislocations that could last for years to come. This book is recommended for anyone interested in understanding the intricacies of the global economy and how seemingly disparate issues are actually closely intertwined.
From Asian to Global Financial Crisis: An Asian Regulator's View of Unfettered Finance in the 1990s and 2000s - Thryft
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If you're intrigued by the intricate world of finance and keen to unravel the complex causes behind major economic downturns, this book offers a rare behind-the-scenes look. It's penned by someone who experienced the tumultuous waves of market upheaval firsthand, giving you a front-row seat to the decisions and policies that shaped the financial landscape of the '90s and '00s. This could really resonate if you enjoy deep dives into economic history and policy analysis.
Divergent Capitalisms : The Social Structuring and Change of Business Systems - Thryft
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Recommended for readers interested in understanding the diverse economic systems of late twentieth century, and how they differ. This book provides a framework for describing and explaining the variations in economic organization, and identifies six types of business systems linked to different institutional arrangements. It also analyses the East Asian business systems and how they are changing in the 1990s, and provides a comparison with the new capitalisms emerging in Eastern Europe.
The Theory of Incentives : The Principal-Agent Model - Thryft
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Economics has much to do with incentives--not least, incentives to work hard, to produce quality products, to study, to invest, and to save. Although Adam Smith amply confirmed this more than two hundred years ago in his analysis of sharecropping contracts, only in recent decades has a theory begun to emerge to place the topic at the heart of economic thinking. In this book, Jean-Jacques Laffont and David Martimort present the most thorough yet accessible introduction to incentives theory to date. Central to this theory is a simple question as pivotal to modern-day management as it is to economics What makes people act in a particular way in an economic or business situation? In seeking an answer, the authors provide the methodological tools to design institutions that can ensure good incentives for economic agents.This book focuses on the principal-agent model, the "simple" situation where a principal, or company, delegates a task to a single agent through a contract--the essence of management and contract theory. How does the owner or manager of a firm align the objectives of its various members to maximize profits? Following a brief historical overview showing how the problem of incentives has come to the fore in the past two centuries, the authors devote the bulk of their work to exploring principal-agent models and various extensions thereof in light of three types of information adverse selection, moral hazard, and non-verifiability. Offering an unprecedented look at a subject vital to industrial organization, labor economics, and behavioral economics, this book is set to become the definitive resource for students, researchers, and others who might find themselves pondering what contracts, and the incentives they embody, are really all about.
Macroeconomics : Imperfections, Institutions, and Policies - Thryft
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This book could be a good read for anyone interested in gaining a deep understanding of modern macroeconomics. With its unified framework and graphical model, it provides a clear and intuitive way to analyze real-world macroeconomic behavior and policy issues. The applied chapters on OECD economies offer practical insights, while the in-depth coverage of growth models helps answer the big questions of why some countries are rich while others are poor. Whether you're a graduate student, professional economist, or simply interested in contemporary policy debates, this book is an essential resource.
Oxford University Press Choice Welfare And Measurement - Thryft
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If you're intrigued by the deeper philosophical questions underpinning economics and development, this collection inspired by Amartya Sen is a treasury of thought-provoking essays. Not only does it reflect on economic theory and welfare systems, but it also delves into ethics, making it compelling for anyone in academia or with a profound interest in development and welfare economics. The ensemble of respected contributors further enriches the discourse, offering multiple perspectives on each theme.
Blackstone's Statutes on Company Law 2010-2011 - Thryft
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Derek French | Oxford University Press

Blackstone's Statutes on Company Law 2010-2011

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Designed specifically for students, Blackstone's Statutes lead the market in providing a carefully selected, regularly updated, and well sourced collection of legislation for the core subjects and major options offered on the law syllabus. Each title Ideal for exam use Find what you need instantly Current, comprehensive coverageOnline Resource CenterUpdatesWeb linksAdditional legislation Implementation of the Companies Act 2006
Casebook On Contract Law - Thryft
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Jill Poole | Oxford University Press

Casebook On Contract Law

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Jill Poole's best-selling Casebook on Contract Law provides a clear and well-structured explanation of the principles and rules of contract law through a comprehensive selection of case law, addressing all aspects encountered on undergraduate courses. The coverage in this new edition has been revised to incorporate all recent significant decisions and judgments made by the House of Lords and the Court of Appeal.Extracts have been chosen from a wide range of historical and contemporary cases to illustrate the reasoning processes of the court and how legal principles are developed, thus enabling cases to be analyzed and discussed independently while, taken as a whole, the chapters provide a sound understanding of the modern law of contract. Succinct author commentary focuses the reader on the key elements within the extracts, while thought-provoking questions are posed throughout to develop a more in-depth appreciation of the subject.Online resource centreStudent resources·Updates·Guidance on answering questions·Guidance on reading cases·Questions and answers
When The Knowledge-Creating Company (OUP; nearly 40,000 copies sold) appeared, it was hailed as a landmark work in the field of knowledge management. Now, Enabling Knowledge Creation ventures even further into this all-important territory, showing how firms can generate and nurture ideas by using the concepts introduced in the first book.Weaving together lessons from such international leaders as Siemens, Unilever, Skandia, and Sony, along with their own first-hand consulting experiences, the authors introduce knowledge enabling--the overall set of organizational activities that promote knowledge creation--and demonstrate its power to transform an organization's knowledge into value-creating actions. They describe the five key "knowledge enablers" and outline what it takes to instill a knowledge vision, manage conversations, mobilize knowledge activists, create the right context for knowledge creation, and globalize local knowledge.The authors stress that knowledge creation must be more than the exclusive purview of one individual--or designated "knowledge" officer. Indeed, it demands new roles and responsibilities for everyone in the organization--from the elite in the executive suite to the frontline workers on the shop floor. Whether an activist, a caring expert, or a corporate epistemologist who focuses on the theory of knowledge itself, everyone in an organization has a vital role to play in making "care" an integral part of the everyday experience; in supporting, nurturing, and encouraging microcommunities of innovation and fun; and in creating a shared space where knowledge is created, exchanged, and used for sustained, competitive advantage.This much-anticipated sequel puts practical tools into the hands of managers and executives who are struggling to unleash the power of knowledge in their organization.
Class Action : Reading Labor, Theory and Value - Thryft
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This book offers a unique perspective on labor theory by incorporating the works of Jacques Lacan, Gilles Deleuze, Felix Guattari, and Jacques Derrida. It challenges traditional Marxist ideas, advocates for direct action, and proposes strategies for organizing workers who are often overlooked by mainstream labor movements. Class Action is ideal for readers interested in anti-capitalist struggle, labor organizing, and social justice issues.
The ABCs Of RBCs - An Introduction To Dynamic Macroeconomic Models - Thryft
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George McCandless | Harvard University Press

The ABCs Of RBCs - An Introduction To Dynamic Macroeconomic Models

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This book is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the mechanics of macroeconomic models. McCandless breaks down complex concepts into easily understandable terms, providing step-by-step instructions on how to build and solve real business cycle models. With the inclusion of Matlab code, readers can quickly implement and experiment with their own models. Whether you're an economist or a student, this book equips you with the tools to navigate the world of macroeconomics and gain a deeper understanding of the factors driving economic fluctuations.
The Econometric Modelling of Financial Time Series - Thryft
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This book is a must-read for scholars, practitioners, and graduate students interested in advancing their understanding of the empirical analysis of financial markets. With comprehensive coverage of various models and techniques, this book provides a valuable resource for those looking to stay updated on the latest research findings in the field. Whether you want to explore linear and non-linear stochastic models, GARCH models, or regression models, this book offers detailed explanations and practical insights. Get ready to delve into the world of econometric modeling and enhance your knowledge of financial time series analysis.
Crude Intentions : How Oil Corruption Contaminates the World - Thryft
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Alexandra Gillies | Oxford University Press

Crude Intentions : How Oil Corruption Contaminates the World

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Billions of dollars stolen from citizens are circling the globe, enriching powerful individuals, altering political outcomes, and disadvantaging everyday people. News headlines provide glimpses of how this corruption works and why it President Trump's businesses struck deals with oligarchs and sold property to secretive shell companies; the Panama Papers leak triggered investigations in 79 countries; and, corruption scandals toppled heads of state in Brazil, South Africa, and South Korea. But how do these pieces fit together? And if the corruption is so vast and so tied up with powerful interests, how do we begin to fight back?To find answers, Crude Intentions examines the corruption crisis that erupted during the recent oil boom. From 2008 to 2014, oil prices shot through the roof. Motivated by more than nine trillion dollars in new oil money, corruption followed apace. Examining the oil boom is like placing a drop of dye in the circulatory system of global corruption, and watching as it reveals the system's channels and pathways.Company bosses signed off on risky schemes to snap up choice oil blocks. Politicians in Brazil and Nigeria stole billions to build up their election war chests. Kleptocrats in Angola, Azerbaijan, and Russia seized upon the oil wealth to cement their hold on power. And an army of bankers, accountants, and lawyers lined up to help these corrupt actors stash their loot in the global system of shell companies and tax havens that serves today's super-rich. The money then bought yachts, mansions, and even a few foreign politicians.Drawing on information exposed by intrepid journalists, prosecutors, and whistle blowers, Crude Intentions tells jaw-dropping stories of corruption and asks what we can learn from them. The cases reveal common tactics, but also vulnerabilities in this web of fraud. These are the starting points for building a smarter fight against corruption, in the oil sector and well beyond.
Blackstone's Statutes On Commercial & Consumer Law 2012-2013 - Thryft
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Francis D. Rose | Oxford University Press

Blackstone's Statutes On Commercial & Consumer Law 2012-2013

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This book is a comprehensive compilation of the laws related to commercial and consumer practices, making it an excellent resource for law students and professionals. The peer-reviewed content and trustworthiness of Blackstone's Statutes ensures accuracy, making it a reliable source for those seeking to broaden their knowledge on the subject.
Professional Liability - Thryft
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Robert Wickins | Hong Kong University Press

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This book is a must-read for students studying accountancy and business, as it provides clear and concise descriptions of legal principles regarding professional liability. The book offers a detailed analysis of over 100 leading British and Hong Kong cases, covering a wide range of professions and business situations to illustrate basic principles. The inclusion of leading Commonwealth cases makes the book informative to professionals in different countries. The book is easy to understand, with the main points of each chapter summarized at the end for easier comprehension and study.
Economics And Marijuana - Consumption, Pricing And Legalisation - Thryft
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This book provides a thorough economic analysis of marijuana consumption, pricing, and legalisation, making it a valuable resource for economists and policy-makers alike. It offers a unique perspective on the economic implications of marijuana use, including the potential financial benefits and risks associated with legalisation.