King, Jane: Personal Finance

This new title makes the principles of personal financial planning clear and accessible, using engaging case studies and extensive examples to introduce students from a variety of disciplines to an essential set of skills. Encouraging students to take control of their finances, the book moves through fundamentals, including budgeting and managing debt, to engage with major issues and life events where financial literacy is key. Pedagogical features including learning objectives, case studies, terminology boxes, ponder points, examples, and questions help the students to develop their practical skills and show them how to make informed financial decisions. The text is also supported by an Online Resource Centre. Online Resource Centre: For students: Online updates Links to relevant websites For lecturers: Two extended case studies A full set of customisable PowerPoint slides for each chapter Answers to selected exercises in the textPersonal Finance: A Practical Approach is essential reading for all undergraduates. King and Carey´s extensive use of case studies is unique and together with clear definitions of key terms helps to demystify the world of personal finance. This text will help prepare students to make sound financial decisions throughout their life.