Financial Management for Decision Makers - Fifth Edition

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This fully updated fifth edition adopts an innovative, open-learning approach to present the principles of financial management in an accessible manner. It emphasizes practical applications and decision-making roles. New features include expanded coverage of financing and corporate governance, along with more real-world examples to illustrate key topics. Financial statements are aligned with the latest International Accounting Standards, and the book's full-colour design is enriched with pedagogical features for an engaging learning experience. Key characteristics include a unique ‘open learning’ style, clear explanations with minimal jargon, and a focus on decision-making value. It covers essential areas of financial management in detail, allowing readers to grasp the subject effectively. Numerous examples, activities, and exercises enable readers to test their knowledge frequently. This resource is ideal for undergraduates from non-finance/accounting backgrounds taking introductory financial management modules, as well as postgraduate and post-experience students in programs like the ACCA Diploma in Financial Management, Diploma in Management Studies, and MBA courses. It also serves as a foundational text for finance and accounting students pursuing further studies. The author, Peter Atrill, is a freelance academic and author with extensive experience in higher education institutions across the UK, Europe, and SE Asia.