Description
Book SynopsisStephen Frost is a Senior Teaching Fellow and Programme Director of MScs in Finance, Finance and Global Trading, and Finance and Management at Loughborough Business School. He teaches a wide range of courses to undergraduate and postgraduate business, management and economics students, including Financial Reporting and Performance Appraisal
Trade Review"A clear and easy-to-read introduction to financial accounting and reporting. It is well-structured and guides the reader through each chapter with the use of examples, questions and learning quizzes. A great book for both accounting and non-accounting students." * Ruth Smith, (CGMA) Senior Lecturer in Accounting and Finance, Derby Business School, University of Derby, UK *
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Financial Accounting and Reporting for Non-Accounting Students is written in a language that is accessible to those who do not aim to become professional accountants or analysts. It is rich in real-life examples, illustrating the main accounting concepts that underpin the preparation of financial statements. It also provides ample opportunity for readers to practice and enhance their understanding. I commend this book to everyone who wishes to understand what financial statements are for in a simple straightforward manner." * Professor Gilad Livne, Professor of Accounting, University of Bristol, UK *
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Financial Accounting and Reporting for Non-Accounting Students is an accessible, hands-on textbook that demystifies the world of accounting for undergraduate and postgraduate students who are not specialists, but who need to know how accounting works in practice. With a wealth of practical examples, real-world cases and a friendly tone, this book renders financial accounting not only understandable but engaging. Through clear explanations and absence of technical jargon, Stephen Frost ensures that the reader gains the knowledge and confidence needed to interpret financial statements, understand financial reporting and make informed judgments about financial performance." * Dr. Rhoda Brown, Senior Lecturer in Financial Reporting, Nottingham Trent University *
"This is an excellent book on Financial Accounting and Reporting for non-accounting business and management students. Stephen Frost perfectly succeeds in streamlining complex financial accounting topics and delivering them in a simple language with various real-life case studies and a multitude of numerical and illustrative examples. Highly recommended for both undergraduate and postgraduate students." * Dr Sarah G. Mohamed, Senior Lecturer in Accounting, Birmingham City University Business School *
"This book provides an excellent resource for students without a specialised background who seek a clear and comprehensive understanding of accounting. The comprehensiveness of the content, coupled with the practical approach, sets this accounting textbook apart. It is truly a pleasure to recommend this outstanding textbook to anyone embarking on their accounting journey." * Dr Petros Vourvachis, Lecturer in Financial Accounting, Loughborough Business School *
"Comprehensive, easy to read, and a very useful textbook for students." * Dr Omiros Georgiou, Associate Professor in Accounting, Birmingham Business School *
Table of Contents
- Chapter - 00: Introduction;
- Chapter - 01: Introduction to Financial Accounting;
- Chapter - 02: The Statement of Financial Position;
- Chapter - 03: The statement of profit and loss;
- Chapter - 04: Non-current Assets;
- Chapter - 05: Inventory Valuation;
- Chapter - 06: The Statement of Cash Flows;
- Chapter - 07: Performance Appraisal - analysing operating profitability;
- Chapter - 08: Performance appraisal - investor returns and operating assets;
- Chapter - 09: Financial reporting issues;
