Introduction to Banking

Provides a comprehensive introduction to theoretical and applied issues relating to the global banking industry. The text is organised into four main Sections: Introduction to Banking; Central Banking and Bank Regulation; Issues in Bank Management and Comparative Banking Markets.Over recent years there has been a lack of a comprehensive yet accessible textbook that deals with a broad spectrum of introductory banking issues. This text fills that gap. This book is suitable for all undergraduate students taking courses in banking. It is also great background reading for postgraduate students.Strong focus on contemporary central banking and bank regulation issues comparing the US, Eurozone and the UK provides students with the most up-to-date information on banking practice. Bank management issues, including insight into risk management techniques used by banks prepares students to understand the different financial features of commercial and investment banks. Recent developments in developed, emerging and transition banking and financial systems are covered in detail, familiarising students with different types of banking systems and how global trends impact on different types of banking markets.