Product Description

A comprehensive introduction to the basic principles and underlying concepts of financial and management accounting, as well as the core elements of financial management. 

This extremely student-friendly text is praised for its clear and uncluttered style, as well as its interactive and lively presentation.  It has a clear focus on how accounting information can be used to improve the quality of decision making by managers.  It adopts an appropriate level of detail for introductory courses avoiding too much emphasis on technical aspects.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #10988 in Books
• Published on: 2004-12-03
• Original language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• 723 pages

Review

"The overwhelming response from all students is that this text is great as an introduction. It is easy to read and comprehend and the examples complement the discussion in the text." Wendy Beekes, Lancaster University

"One of the most accessible and authoritative texts in the market place, covering all the major areas of accounting and finance at an appropriate level." Malcolm Anderson, Cardiff University

Synopsis
A comprehensive introduction to the basic principles and underlying concepts of financial and management accounting, as well as the core elements of financial management. This extremely student-friendly text is praised for its clear and uncluttered style, as well as its interactive and lively presentation. It has a clear focus on how accounting information can be used to improve the quality of decision making by managers. It adopts an appropriate level of detail for introductory courses avoiding too much emphasis on technical aspects.

From the Back Cover

"The overwhelming response from all students is that this text is great as an introduction. It is easy to read and comprehend and the examples complement the discussion in the text." Wendy Beekes, Lancaster University

"One of the most accessible and authoritative texts in the market place, covering all the major areas of accounting and finance at an appropriate level." Malcolm Anderson, Cardiff University

Designed to help you study, Accounting An Introduction 3rd edition is praised for its clear, accessible and uncluttered style. It provides a comprehensive introduction to the main principles of financial accounting, management accounting, and the core elements of financial management. It has a clear and unequivocal focus on how accounting information can be used to improve the quality of decision making by managers. This, combined with the book’s strong practical emphasis, provides you with the perfect grounding for your future career as a manager.

Features:

*Progress checks: numerous activities and exercises enable you to constantly test your understanding and reinforce learning.

*Lively and relevant examples from the real world demonstrate the practical application and value of concepts and techniques learnt.

*Interactive ‘open-learning’ style is ideal for self-study.

*Decision-making focus on the use of accounting information rather than the preparation is highly appropriate for tomorrow’s business managers.

*NEW edition is based around International Financial Reporting Standards, which are now crucial in the European and world business arena.

*Key terms, glossary and bulleted summaries are excellent revision aids.

Audience:

Suitable for those studying an introductory course in accounting, who are seeking an understanding of basic principles and underlying concepts without detailed technical knowledge.

Authors:

Eddie McLaney is visiting fellow in accounting and finance at the University of Plymouth Business School.

Peter Atrill is a freelance academic and author working with leading institutions in the UK, Europe and SE Asia. Previously Head of Business and Management at the University of Plymouth Business School.