This book provides a secure grounding in the theory and practice of finance insofar as it deals with pension matters. By using it, the reader will understand the various types of investment assets; <br /> * the allocation of personal wealth to different asset classes<br /> * corporate pension finance<br /> * the financial aspects of defined contribution pension plans during both the accumulation and distribution phases<br /> * the financial aspects of defined benefit pension plans<br /> * the role of pension funds and pension fund management<br /> * pension fund performance measurement and attribution<br /> * risk management in pension funds