Economists disagree on what ails the economies of continental western Europe, which are widely perceived to be underperforming in terms of productivity and other metrics. Is it some deficiency in their economic systemin economic institutions or cultural attitudes? Is it some effect of their...

"This book explores how microfinance institutions exist to fulfill a dual mission - financial sustainability and positive social impact on the urban and rural poor of the communities that they serve. It also explores how it is the responsibility of management to assess the institution's level of...