The websites and books below are suggested sources of background and introductory information about finance and investing. They are appropriate for students of all levels and majors.
The Handbook of Finance is a comprehensive set of reference books covering financial markets and instruments, investment management and financial management, and valuation, financial modeling, and quantitative tools.
A simple and concise text on the subject of security analysis and portfolio management. It is targeted towards those who do not have prior background in finance and provides an introduction to investment theory.