Accounting and Finance -- Non-Professional Use (4th Edition)

Author: Arthur McCrayne
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Publish Date: 2006-02-01
Features: This textbook introduces the basic concepts of accounting and finance. Its primary purpose is to provide introductory knowledge for students who are not majoring in accounting and finance, serving as a course for students studying business, economics, hospital management, tourism, engineering, and other fields. The textbook does not focus on technical operations but examines fundamental principles and concepts, as well as explaining how to use financial statements and financial information to improve the quality of decision-making. To enhance practicality, the book incorporates a wealth of materials selected from corporate reports, survey data, and other sources for discussion. The textbook includes numerous practical applications, case studies, and thought questions to help readers gain a comprehensive understanding of the topics discussed. Through engaging in these activities, readers can continuously assess their learning progress. This book can be used as a teaching textbook or as self-study material. For students majoring in accounting and finance, it is also a very useful textbook for introducing fundamental principles. Additionally, it serves as a reference book for professionals seeking to understand accounting and financial knowledge.