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Book SynopsisLiz Mellon is the executive director of Duke Corporate Education, and was one of the two founders of Duke's London office in 2000.
David C. Nagel has over 30 years' experience in the global energy industry, having worked for Amoco and now for BP America Inc, where he is Executive Vice President.
Robert Lippert is a financial economist and is a member of the Duke Corporate Education Global Learning Resource Network.
Nigel Slack is the Professor of Operations Management and Strategy at Warwick Business School and head of its Operations Management Group.
Trade Review"
The New CFOs a wonderfully clear, engaging, insightful exposition of what it takes to build a great CFO, and filled with practical advice to help CFOs survive and thrive" * Zarin Patel, CFO, BBC *
"These are difficult times for leaders who are faced with the task of managing an organization's finances and its risks in the face of uncertainties created by the financial crisis and the ongoing economic recession. This book, based on extensive research, interviews and experience, provides valuable practical advice. As a former CEO, financial regulator, and current board member, I would want my senior management team - and especially my CFO - to embrace the ideas and mindsets presented in this book" * Ernst Csiszar, MasTec Corporation *
"Companies now need to restore the CFO's rightful position of understanding the drivers of value and risk management, so that they are able to provide independent challenge. This book shows you how" * Allister Wilson, Partner, Ernst & Young *
Table of Contents
- Chapter - 00: Introduction;
- Chapter - 01: Becoming a custodian of value;
- Chapter - 02: Strategic leadership;
- Chapter - 03: The finance factory;
- Chapter - 04: Establishing and maintaining robust controls;
- Chapter - 05: Deepening and spreading risk management;
- Chapter - 06: Growing value through investment;
- Chapter - 07: A custodian of value
