Encyclopedic Dictionary of Accounting and Finance [antikvár]

WHAT THIS BOOK WILL DO FOR YOU The Encyclopedic Dictionary of Accounting and Finance is written and compiled in such a way that working professionals engaged in the fields of accounting, finance, investment, and banking may use it in both their day-to-day practice and for technical research. The Encyclopedic Dictionary is a practical reference of proven techniques, strategies, and approaches that are successfully used by professionals to diagnose accounting and financial problems. The book covers virtually all important topics dealing with financial accounting, financial statement analysis, managerial/cost accounting, auditing, managerial finance, investments, financial planning, financial economics, and money and banking. It also covers such topics as computers, quantitative techniques and models, and economics as applied to accounting and finance. The Encyclopedic Dictionary will benefit practicing accountants, financial analysts and planners, financial managers, investment analysts, and professional bankers, among others. The subjects are explained with •Clear definitions and explanations, includ- »Tables and statistical data, as needed ing step-by-step instructions »Charts, exhibits, and diagrams, where ap- • Checklists propriate • Practical applications The Encyclopedic Dictionary will enlighten the practitioner by presenting the most current information, offer important directives, and explain the technical procedures involved in the aforementioned dynamic business disciplines. This reference book will help you diagnose and evaluate accounting and financial situations you face daily. This library of accounting and finance will answer every question you may have. Real-life examples are provided, along with suggestions for handling everyday problems. The Encyclopedic Dictionary applies to large, medium, or small companies. It will help you to make smart decisions in all areas of accounting and finance. It should be used as an advanced guide for working professionals, rather than as a reference guide for laymen or a glossary of accounting and finance terms. The Encyclopedic Dictionary is a handy reference for today's busy accountant and financial executive. It is a working guide to help you quickly pinpoint • What to look for • How to do it • What to watch out for • How to apply it in the complex world of •What to do business You'll find ratios, formulas, examples, applications, tables, charts, and rules of thumb to help you analyze and evaluate any business-related situation. New up-to-date methods and techniques are included. Throughout, you'll find this Encyclopedic Dictionary practical, comprehensive, quick, and useful. In short, this is a veritable cookbook of guidelines, illustrations, and how-to's for you, the modem decision maker. The uses of this handbook are as varied as the topics presented. Keep it handy for easy reference throughout your busy day. There are approximately 500 major topics in accounting and finance covered in the Encyclopedic Dictionary, as well as about 100 related entries. Where appropriate, there is a cross-reference to another entry to explain the topic in greater detail. The entries are listed in alphabetical order for easy reference. The Encyclopedic Dictionary is so comprehensive that any subject area of interest to accountants and financial executives, as well as other interested parties, can be found. vii