Finance and Accounting for Business

This book aims to teach the student of management ninety percent of the accounting and finance they need to know to be able to do their job effectively at the highest levels within business. It is written in a readily accessible and easily understood style perfect for the busy student of management. It covers three key areas: financial accounting including the analysis and forecasting of accounting information, management accounting and corporate finance. Our focus is on the interpretation and analysis of accounting and financial information and our book is especially relevant for courses in either accounting or finance or, indeed, financial management. The text is replete with practical examples from the world of business including worked exercises taken from the accounts of large multinational companies. For teachers, we understand the challenges of creating a new course or updating an old. A suite of teaching materials is available for download including tips and templates to help establish a new course of study.