New to this Edition
UPDATES ADDRESS THE LATEST TRENDS AND DEVELOPMENTS IN CORPORATE FINANCE TODAY. All presentations and data incorporate the latest issues impacting finance today. New discussions include developments as recent as the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.
EXPANDED "PROBLEMS" SECTIONS IN EACH CHAPTER PROVIDE ADDITIONAL, CONTEMPORARY PRACTICE. This edition now includes ten new problems at the conclusion each chapter, bringing the total number of end-of-chapter problems to 25. Half of the new problems replace older problems, while the other half of the problems further expand this edition's wealth of proven practice opportunities.
NEW PRACTICE PROBLEMS LET STUDENTS CHECK THEIR OWN UNDERSTANDING BEFORE ADVANCING. The five replacement problems in each chapter are now restructured as Practice Problems with solutions in the appendix. These allow your students to check their comprehension and also provide clarification and opportunity for review before tackling the chapter's assignments.
NEW INTEGRATIVE PROBLEMS IN EACH CHAPTER ADDRESS THE CHAPTER'S SPECIFIC TOPICS AND SKILLS. These helpful Integrative Problems summarize key material from the chapter, reinforcing the most important concepts. You can use these Integrative Problems to supplement your lectures. As students complete these problems, they gain a better understanding of the principles and the relationship of these topics to others presented in the chapter.
SPREADSHEET PROBLEMS REQUIRE HANDS-ON PRACTICE USING AN ONLINE SPREADSHEET. These Spreadsheet Problems appear in every chapter, except Chapter 1, and reinforce a skills that's critical in finance today. Because students must be proficient in using spreadsheets in today's business world, the authors ensure they work with this critical tool early and often throughout your course.
UPDATED ETHICAL DILEMMAS CHALLENGE STUDENTS TO BECOME SAVVY BUSINESS DECISION MAKERS. These ethical dilemma vignettes in each chapter are based on real business situations that relate to the chapter's content and introduce issues that require critical thinking. These ethical dilemmas emphasize the relationship between ethics and business, strengthen critical-thinking and decision-making skills and often prompt lively class discussion.
NEW MINDTAP DIGITAL RESOURCES FOR THIS EDITION CUSTOMIZE LEARNING FOR EACH STUDENT. This digital learning solution powers students from memorization to mastery with content that is specific to this edition of the book and tailored to each student's learning needs. The new optimized learning path offers carefully developed focused content and interactive activities. MindTap resources give you complete control of your course, with the option to customize content to challenge every individual and to build each student's confidence.
MINDTAP PROVIDES CONVENIENT ACCESS TO EVERYTHING YOU AND YOUR STUDENTS NEED IN ONE PLACE. With MindTap preloaded, organized course materials online, you can significantly reduce preparation time. Interactive multimedia, assignments, quizzes and focused resources are available at your fingertips. With MindTap you give students the power to read, listen and study on their phones -- so they can learn on their own terms.
ONLINE RESOURCES EMPOWER STUDENTS TO REACH THEIR POTENTIALS. Gain actionable insights into student engagement with MindTap's twelve distinct metrics. Identify topics troubling your entire class and instantly communicate with struggling students. You can track class performance down to the learning objective and curate lectures in real time to respond to class-wide needs. Students can track their scores and take the guesswork out of studying with performance reports and personalized study materials that help them progress toward their goals.
CUSTOMIZED CONTENT LETS YOU CONTROL YOUR COURSE. MindTap online resources give you complete control of your course with the flexibility to re-order text chapters, add your own notes and embed a variety of content, including OER. You can even personalize course content to your students’ needs. Students can read your notes, add their own or highlight key text to aid in review and study.
DEDICATED TEAM SUPPORTS YOU WHILE ASSISTING WITH MINDTAP SETUP AND ONGOING USE. MindTap digital resources are backed by a personalized team eager to further your course and teaching success. Professionals can help you set up your course or assist you in tailoring MindTap resources to meet your specific objectives, so you are prepared to make an impact from day one. The support team is ready to help you or your students throughout the semester.
NEW MINDTAP DIGITAL RESOURCES SAVE YOU TIME WITH COURSE MANAGEMENT AND ASSESSMENT TOOLS. You find the time-saving support you need with MindTap's straightforward course management and instant assessment opportunities. You can also use proven analytics to engage and evaluate students of all generations and learning styles. MindTap integrates seamlessly into your course, setting the stage for thinking critically about corporate finance.