Product Description
This is a comprehensive introductory textbook on management accounting for non-accountants on business degrees. The emphasis is firmly on management accounting as an analytical and interpretive tool for working managers: maths is kept to a minimum, and there is a wealth of features designed to maximize the book' s usefulness and student-friendliness.
From the Back Cover
This new text is written specifically for students of business and management, needing an introduction to accounting to enable them to become effective business managers, rather than qualified accountants.It is written in an extremely engaging and accessible style and is full of self-test material and practical, real-world business examples. The strong managerial approach is emphasised further by the inclusion of a 'Manager's Point of View' section in every chapter, providing students with a practical insight into the current business environment.
Key features-
Strong managerial approach with a "Manager's Point of View" section included in each chapter
Draws heavily on examples from the service sector
Each chapter contains a comprehensive case study with associated assessment tasks
Whole chapter dedicated to Not-for-profit organisations
Glossary of key terms and CIMA terminology
Managerial Accounting for Business Decisions is ideal for undergraduate students of business and management and MBA students. It will also be of interest to practising managers. Ray Proctor has extensive practical experience of management and accountancy alongside over 20 years experience of teaching in this area. He is currently a senior lecturer at Coventry University.