The Forbes/CFA Institute Investment Course: Timeless Principles for Building Wealth [Hardcover]

Vahan Janjigian (Author), Stephen M. Horan (Author), Charles Trzcinka (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 8, 2011

The most up-to-date and all encompassing guide to investing in today's markets

From Forbes and the CFA Institute-two of the most highly respected and recognized names in the investment industry-The Forbes/CFA Institute Investment Course is an interactive roadmap to investing in today's challenging stock markets. From building capital and asset allocation and diversification to choosing a broker and reading a financial statement, The Forbes/CFA Institute Investment Course has offered investors step-by-step guidance since 1948. The course

• Includes advice for novices, but also accommodates those who are more familiar with markets
• Provides important information on fundamental analysis versus technical analysis
• Details different asset classes: fixed income securities, derivatives, mutual funds, and equities

With Q&A, links to videos, expert advice, interviews with top money managers, and much more, The Forbes/CFAInstitute Investment Course is the perfect resource for anyone looking to learn about investing in today's markets.

Editorial Reviews

From the Inside Flap

STOCKS ARE NOT just for the wealthy, and they never were. Investing in stocks has helped some investors with even modest sums of money amass sizable portfolios. Stock investments carry risks, however, especially for the uninformed. Regardless of your net worth, achieving success in financial markets requires, at the very least,a basic understanding of the ins and outs of investing, such as how to buy and sell stocks, the external factors that influence markets, and the inherent risks of investing.From two of the most highly respected names in theinvestment industry, The Forbes/CFA Institute Investment Course: Timeless Principles for Building Wealth provides you with the basics and more! The course:

• Explains how stocks have historically outperformed cash and bonds
• Examines the various investment asset classes,as well as offers expert insight on asset allocation
• Describes the pros and cons of active versus passive investing
• Reveals how to determine your current financial position
• Details how to ascertain your unique risk profile and investment horizon and how to use both to help define your investment goals
• Summarizes Wall Street maxims, and reveals why you should take each with a grain of salt
• Provides essential information on selecting a broker, as well as must-ask questions, tax-favored investment strategies, how to read financial statements, sources for investment information, economic indicators, and both fundamental and technical analysis

And the book is just the beginning. At The Forbes/CFA Institute Investment Course website, you will find exclusive access to a wealth of knowledge, including quizzes, interviews with top money managers, webcasts,and articles, such as how inflation affects investing, the difference between goals and dreams, and common investment mistakes.

Financial markets are complex. You already know that. But, it is what you don't know—and doing nothing—that can hurt you financially. The Forbes/CFA Institute Investment Course increases your odds for building and sustaining wealth over the long term by providing you with the basics for developing and then adhering to a disciplined investment plan.

From the Back Cover

Praise for The Forbes/CFA Institute Investment Course

"Janjigian, Horan, and Trzcinka have created an essential andsuperbly written guide to the timeless principles of investing, one free of thejargon and clichés that make so many of these books such a bother to read.This course offers a rock-solid foundation on which to build wealth."
—Ian Bremmer, President, Eurasia Group, andauthor of The End of the Free Market

"This commonsense book is a splendid introduction for the novice investoras well as a great review manual for the seasoned pro. Both should pin Chapter 13,'Rules of Thumb and Key Phrases,' on their walls and read it once a day!"
—Dr. A. Gary Shilling, President,A. Gary Shilling & Co., Inc., Economic Consultants

"Vahan Janjigian is one of the most thoughtful investors in the market today. The Forbes/CFA Institute Investment Course is a perfect blend of hisexperience and natural teaching ability. I recommend it to anyone who isinterested in gaining a better understanding of investing in a complex world."
—Jack Ablin, Chief Investment Officer, Harris Private Bank

"If I had studied this book years ago, I might now have theproblem of when to count my winnings. No, make that earnings, becausethis book takes the gamble out of building wealth. It helps you earn it, and helps you help others earn it, the old fashion way."
—Bob McTeer, Distinguished Fellow, National Center forPolicy Analysis; former president, Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas;former chancellor, Texas A&M University System

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 288 pages
• Publisher: Wiley; 1 edition (February 8, 2011)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0470919655
• ISBN-13: 978-0470919651
• Product Dimensions: 6.5 x 1 x 9.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #104,637 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

23 of 26 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Review for The Forbes CFA Institute Investment Course March 8, 2011

By dallas crites

Format:Hardcover

I had Dr. Janjigian as a professor at the University of Delaware. He was one of the best professors at explaining seemingly complex matters of Finance. In the book, I found the same to be true. All the authors were able to take the idea of investing and explain why people need to invest in stocks and then explains in simple terms so much more. I found the book very easy to read and so very interesting. It was as if I was taking introduction to Investing 101 at my own pace. I lent the book to two of my friends and they also had great things to say. My mom feels that she learned so much from the book. She wont give it back to me. This is a book that all people should read as it explains the rudiments of investing and will even help people when selecting their choices in 401k programs. I highly recommend this book.

5.0 out of 5 stars Good financial info June 8, 2013

By Jake

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Very good book. I had read parts from a book at the library and decided to buy my own for info and reference.

5.0 out of 5 stars Know investment principles November 12, 2012

By Melkon

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Know Investment Principles.

Irrespective of your age and years of stock trading, this book will help you uncover the mistakes you made because you didn't know the essential principles of investing. The principles described in this book are worthy for all ages.

After 40 years of investing, still learning.

Melkon

November 12, 2012

3.0 out of 5 stars Good February 1, 2012

By Critic01

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This was a good refresher and it came in on time and in good condition.I have already taking several courses in finance and this was a great review and recap of the fundamentals of markets and the basics of finance.

5.0 out of 5 stars Interesting December 28, 2011

By Choong

Format:Hardcover

The investment course provides a solid theoretical foundation for investment. I also recommend Stock Investing Simplified for readers interested in knowing more.