Management Accounting for Financial Decisions

Traditional textbooks on the subject of management accounting are often heavy-going and intimidating to students meeting the subject for the first time.This title presents a readable, enjoyable alternative which strikes a good balance between the purpose and principles of management accounting and the techniques involved. The authors stress the importance of having good accounting systems to support management decisions, and the role they play in achieving both short term targets and strategic goals. In particular, they take a critical look at traditional management accounting techniques and suggest, where appropriate, approaches more relevant to the needs of today's managers. Includes practical examples and case studies throughout, offers a critical approach to the subject, and is ideal for second and third year undergraduates and MBA students. Includes practical examples and case studies throughout Offers a critical approach to the subject Ideal for second and third year undergraduates and MBA studentsWard, Keith is the author of 'Management Accounting for Financial Decisions' with ISBN 9780750600675 and ISBN 0750600675.