Field Notes From The Mountains: Banking Sherpa Vol. 1 A Practical Guide to Corporate in India Credit Appraisal, Risk Analysis, SME Lending & Case Studies Paperback By Ashish Agarwal

Corporate banking isn't learned in classrooms. It's learned in boardrooms, factory visits, credit committees, and the difficult decisions that shape businesses and careers.Banking Sherpa is the practical guide every aspiring and early-career corporate banker wishes they had on day one. Drawing from over fifteen years of hands-on experience in India's banking industry, the author distills real-world lessons into an engaging roadmap that helps readers navigate the complexities of corporate lending with confidence.Using the powerful metaphor of a Himalayan expedition, the book positions the reader as a climber and the author as an experienced Sherpa, guiding them through every stage of the journey. From understanding RBI regulations and reading financial statements to mastering credit appraisal, working capital assessment, CAM writing, documentation, industry analysis, loan monitoring, and relationship management, each chapter blends practical frameworks with authentic field experiences.Unlike traditional finance textbooks, Banking Sherpa focuses on what truly happens inside banks. Through relatable case studies, "Sherpa's Notebook" insights, practical examples, and actionable takeaways, readers learn not just the theory behind corporate banking, but the judgment, mindset, and decision-making skills that distinguish exceptional bankers from average ones.Whether you're preparing to enter the banking industry, have recently joined a bank, or are looking to sharpen your corporate banking expertise, this book serves as a trusted mentor at every step of your professional journey.This book will help you: - Understand corporate banking from a practitioner's perspective.- Decode financial statements and assess business performance with confidence.- Navigate RBI regulations, compliance, risk management, and loan monitoring.- Build the analytical thinking and professional judgment required for long-term success in corporate banking.If you've ever wished an experienced senior banker could sit beside you and explain not just what to do, but why it matters, Banking Sherpa is that guide.Because every mountain is easier to climb when you have the right Sherpa beside you.