Description

An ideal companion to accountancy modules for business and management students, with a unique running case study throughout to help students visualize the practical applications of accountancy and demystify abstract concepts.

• A fully-integrated running case study based on the fictional business ‘Smart Sports’ demonstrates the relevance of accountancy skills to business and management students, helping to motivate and engage those who have little or no practical work experience
• An abundance of contextual examples are combined with a direct and engaging writing style to bring clarity to complex areas
• Extensive practice material, both in the book and online, allows students to test their understanding of key principles at every step of their learning
• End-of-part case studies and frequent ‘Ponder Points’ complement the ‘Smart Sports’ case study by encouraging students to apply the theory to different scenarios
• Also available as an e-book with functionality, navigation features, and links that offer extra learning support

New to this edition

• Chapter 16 expanded to provide up-to-date coverage on ethical accounting, environmental accounting, and the review of the Corporate Governance Code
• Updated to reflect the IASB’s revised Conceptual Framework’
• Additional real-life examples have been added to provide further opportunities for students to see how accountancy theory is relevant to businesses and individuals