Business Knowledge For It In Investment Management

A handbook for the discerning IT professional, this volume provides easy-to-follow guidelines on the business knowledge needed to forge a career in the exciting world of investment management.

"The Revolution Has Begun" This is another publication in the Bizle professional series and also the first of its kind. It is a handbook for the discerning IT professional that provides easy-to-follow guidelines on the business knowledge needed to forge a career in the exciting world of investment management. The 12 chapters in this book contain information about the different business functions, the types of funds, the allied organizations and common systems used in the day-to-day activities of investment management. Also included are an overview of portfolio management and administration and concepts underpinning investor relations. After reading this book, the professional will be armed with: knowledge of the activities of the business functions of investment management firms; understanding of the alignment of IT with the business of investment management; appreciation of the concepts involved in buyside trading of derivative products; awareness of the skills required for a fulfilling career in investment management; knowledge of the recent trends in the investment management sector; confidence to communicate freely with the business community. Business Knowledge for IT in Investment Management is an ideal handbook for the IT professional working in investment management and for those that aspire to work in the industry. It is also useful for both postgraduate and undergraduate students in Information Technology.

Gives the IT professional an insight into the business world of investment banking. This book contains 12 chapters that cover: a description of business divisions for and boutique investment banks; trends in investment banking; overview of the asset classes; the trading life cycle and how it maps to the software development life cycle; and more.

Designed to bridge the gap in terms of business knowledge between IT and private wealth management /private banking .This book contains discussions on boutique PWMs and family offices; recent trends in the private management industry; portfolio constructi.

Provides the necessary business knowledge for IT professionals, who work in the global investment banking industry.

Career Guidebook for IT in Investment Management is a complete handbook that provides a guideline to careers in Investment Management(Asset Management ) IT. The idea behind the publication is to introduce IT professionals to the career paths in this sector of the financial services industry. The chapters in the book cover the following topics: overview of the business of Investment Management; business divisions of Investment Management that utilise IT professionals; types of IT careers in Investment Management; IT contract vs. permanent positions; skill needed for a career in Investment Management IT; issues with types of technology used in the industry; the future of IT careers in Investment Management; and much more.Career Guidebook for IT in Investment Management is an invaluable reference handbook for IT professionals. It is also useful for both undergraduate and graduate students in Information Technology - related degree programmes. This is another publication in the Bizle Professional Series.