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How Big Data, AI and Blockchain Are Changing Finance
Giné, Mireia; Antón, MiguelArticle ART-3200-EFinance, Information TechnologiesThe marriage of finance and technology has given rise to new players that are transforming the financial industry. Many of these fintech firms deliver more economical, flexible, user-friendly services, disintermediating financial services and capturing a considerable part of traditional banks' market share. The days of banks serving as the only access point to the financial system are over. Instead, new technologies are ushering in new forms of a...Starting at €8.20
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Global Sourcing at Nike
Hsieh, Nien-he; Toffel, Michael W.; Hull, OliviaCase HBS-619008-EBusiness Ethics and Corporate Social ResponsibilityThe Inside the Case video that accompanies this case includes teaching tips and insight from the author (available to registered educators only). This case explores the evolution of Nike's global product sourcing strategy, in particular ongoing efforts to improve working conditions at its suppliers' factories. When the case opens in July 2018, Vice President of Sourcing Amanda Tucker and her colleagues in Nike's Global Sourcing and Manufacturing...Starting at €8.20
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Responsibilities to Employees
Hsieh, Nien-heCase HBS-315067-EBusiness Ethics and Corporate Social ResponsibilityThe note provides a framework to conceptualize managers' responsibilities to employees in relation to economic, legal and ethical considerations. The note frames the central ethical challenge for managers as exercising power in a fair manner. The fair exeStarting at €8.20
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Responsibilities to Society
Hsieh, Nien-heCase HBS-317065-EBusiness Ethics and Corporate Social ResponsibilityThis module note for students outlines an approach to help managers deliver on their responsibilities in relation to society. The approach frames these responsibilities in terms of potential harms to third parties beyond investors, customers, and employeeStarting at €8.20
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Operational Finance: (1) Financial analysis
Antón, MiguelFNO-1-EFinanceThe goal of this course is provide learners with a methodology through which they can analyze a company's financial situation and develop sound financing decisions accordingly. 1. Analyze and interpret financial statements. 2. Execute financial forecasts. 3. Diagnose financial problems. 4. Develop action plans to resolve financial problems. -
Operational Finance: (3) Diagnosis and action plan
Antón, MiguelFNO-3-EFinanceIn this module, we introduce the final elements for a comprehensive understanding of operational finance. We'll explore tools like sensitivity analysis to evaluate decision outcomes under varying conditions. Additionally, we'll delve into key issues for the company and its shareholders, including sustainable growth and ROE (Return on Equity), while revisiting NFO (Need for Funds for Operations) and more. -
Operational Finance: (4) Sensitivity Analysis, NFO Revisted and Building up the ROE
Antón, MiguelFNO-4-EFinanceIn this module, we'll explore the Need for Funds for Operations (NFO) and Working Capital (WC), two key concepts essential for understanding the company's problems. Ultimately, armed with a thorough diagnosis, we'll create an action plan that will lead us towards sustainable growth. -
The Payments System
Antón, Miguel; Giné, MireiaTechnical Note FN-648-EFinancePayment systems are necessary for the correct functioning of any modern economy, providing individuals, merchants and firms with the means for making and receiving payments, clearing and settlement.Starting at €8.20
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El impacto del 'big data', la inteligencia artificial y el 'blockchain' en las finanzas
Giné, Mireia; Antón, MiguelArticle ART-3200Finance, Information TechnologiesEl maridaje entre finanzas y tecnología ha dado lugar a nuevos actores que están transformando el sector. Se conocen como fintech y prometen servicios financieros más económicos y flexibles tanto para el consumidor final como para las empresas de todos los sectores. Adiós a los bancos como único punto de acceso al sistema financiero, hola a nuevos mecanismos de financiación asequible, medios de pago más rápidos y eficientes e incluso una mejor re...Starting at €8.20
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Central Bank Digital Currencies
Antón, Miguel; Giné, Mireia; Ma, DalbertTechnical Note FN-645-EFinanceA CBDC is a digital form of fiat money, which is a currency classified and recognized as money by government regulation, monetary authority, or law.Starting at €8.20