Seeking Virtue in Finance: Contributing to Society in a Conflicted Industry

ISBN-13: 9781108473132 / Angielski / Twarda / 2020 / 246 str.

New Jersey) JC de Swaan (Princeton University

Opis

Drawing from inspiring individuals, JC de Swaan proposes a framework for pursuing a viable career in finance while benefiting society and upholding humanistic values. In doing so, he challenges traditional concepts of success in the industry. This will also engage readers outside of finance who are concerned about the industry's impact on society.

Recenzje

'A valuable primer … (this book) provides a balanced analysis with multiple examples that make the case for the importance of finance while criticising its many failings.' Andrew Jack, Financial Times

Spis treści

Introduction; 1. Customer Mandate: Serving Customers' Interest Faithfully; 2. Social Wealth Creation: Contributing to Society Beyond the Customer Mandate; 3. Humanistic Leadership Within the Organization: Treating Colleagues with Dignity, Empowering Them, and Fostering a Responsible Culture; 4. Engaged Citizenship: Contributing Expertise, Time, and Wealth to the Common Good; Conclusion