This 12th Revised Edition (2024) of Strategic Management & Corporate Finance by CS Anoop Jain, updated as per the New Syllabus (Group–2) for CS Professional, serves as one of the most preferred and recommended resources for students preparing for the December 2024 and June 2025 examinations.

The book presents the subject in a clear, structured, and exam-focused manner, combining conceptual explanations with analytical tools, case studies, and practical applications. It is fully aligned with the latest syllabus prescribed by ICSI and incorporates updated concepts, financial models, and strategic frameworks relevant to corporate decision-making.

The content spans the full scope of Strategic Management & Corporate Finance for CS Professional, including:

• Strategic management fundamentals – vision, mission, and objectives

• Environmental scanning and industry analysis

• Corporate-level, business-level, and functional-level strategies

• Strategic implementation, evaluation, and control mechanisms

• Corporate restructuring strategies including M&A, divestment, and joint ventures

• Fundamentals of corporate finance and financial management

• Capital structure theories and cost of capital analysis

• Capital budgeting techniques and investment appraisal methods

• Working capital management – liquidity and profitability optimisation

• Dividend decisions and corporate value maximisation

• Risk management in financial and strategic contexts

• Recent trends in corporate strategy and financial innovation

• Past examination questions, case studies, and model answers for effective preparation

This edition is particularly suitable for:

• CS Professional students preparing under the New Syllabus (Group–2)

• Corporate strategists, finance professionals, and management consultants

• Business leaders and entrepreneurs aiming to enhance strategic and financial decision-making skills

• Academicians and trainers specialising in corporate finance and strategic management

Whether used for examination preparation, corporate application, or skill enhancement, this updated edition delivers a complete, authoritative, and practical understanding of Strategic Management & Corporate Finance for CS Professional success.