The Book of Risk

This book breaks the concepts and applications of contemporary risk management into clear, simple language that everyone can understand. For the individual investor, it gives a solid framework for making risk decisions. For the professional, it reminds them (or perhaps, explains) for the first time what is behind their models.

DAN BORGE was managing director and partner at Bankers Trust Company. During his twenty years with Bankers Trust, he was the architect of RAROC, the first-ever risk management system implemented institutionally. Prior to working at Bankers Trust, he designed airplanes at Boeing. Mr. Borge has a degree in aeronautical engineering and a doctorate in finance from Harvard Business School.

What Is Risk Management and Why Should You Care?

1

(29)

Beliefs and Preferences

29

(14)

Combining Art and Science: Volatility and Correlation

43

(20)

Fundamental Strategies for Managing Risks

63

(20)

The Enemy Within

83

(18)

Grooming You to Be CEO

101

(32)

The View from the CEO's Chair

133

(52)

You Are in Charge of Your Life---What Are You Going to Do?

185

(36)

Risks and Opportunities

221

(16)

Index

237

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