Accounting and Finance for Managers: A Business Decision Making Approach

Accounting and Finance for Managers is a textbook that provides students with the understanding of accounting and finance information and the analytical skills needed to make better-informed decisions. It covers core topics such as bookkeeping, financial analysis, business planning, cash-flow analysis, and investment decisions, and takes a practical approach that focuses on the financial aspects of business decisions. The third edition includes updates on new accounting standards and regulations, real-world examples, and a strategic focus.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 464 pages
Publication date: 03 December 2020
Publisher: Kogan Page Ltd

Accounting and Finance for Managers is a comprehensive textbook designed to provide business and management students with a solid understanding of accounting and finance principles, as well as develop their analytical skills for making informed decisions. The book debunks the misconception that excelling in accounting and finance requires exceptional mathematical abilities. It is divided into two broad sections: financial accounting and management accounting and finance. The text employs clear and accessible language, making it suitable for students from diverse academic backgrounds. With a practical approach that emphasizes the financial aspects of business decisions, the textbook covers all the core topics of accounting and finance, including basic bookkeeping, financial analysis, business planning, cash-flow analysis, and investment decisions.

In its third edition, Accounting and Finance for Managers has been updated to reflect the latest accounting standards and regulations. It also includes up-to-date real-world examples of real options, value chain analysis, and competitive advantage analysis. The book provides a detailed overview of traditional accounting practices while also incorporating strategic focus to equip students with a broader perspective. Written for an international audience, the textbook employs International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) terminology and offers supporting online resources such as additional exercise questions, curated further reading, and lecture slides for each chapter.

By mastering the concepts and techniques outlined in Accounting and Finance for Managers, students will gain the necessary skills to excel in the field of accounting and finance. They will be well-prepared to make informed decisions that contribute to the success of their organizations and to navigate the complex financial landscape of today's business world. Whether they are aspiring accountants, finance professionals, or business managers, this textbook is an invaluable resource that will help them achieve their goals and achieve their full potential.

Weight: 776g
Dimension: 169 x 239 x 28 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781789667516
Edition number: 3 Revised edition