An easy-to-understand guide to making informed and effective business decisions

With clear explanations and real-life examples, Managerial Accounting For Dummies gives you the basic concepts, terminology, and methods you need to fully grasp this important area of business, anywhere. You'll know how to identify, measure, analyze, interpret, and communicate the data that drives decision making in every industry. Understand and manage costs, plan, budget, and use these accounting skills for business evaluation and control.

This approachable guide covers all the content in a typical managerial accounting course, making it perfect for students preparing for accounting careers. Professionals looking for a refresher will also benefit from this straightforward resource.

Inside:

• Get clear descriptions of managerial accounting techniques and processes
• Learn how to collect, report, and analyze financial data to drive effective business decisions
• Discover how managerial accounting can improve sustainability and reduce risk

Managerial Accounting For Dummies, 2nd Edition provides comprehensive information on global strategic management, basic data analysis techniques, and beyond—you'll understand all parts of the managerial accounting process and why it matters with this accessible resource.

Mark P. Holtzman, CPA, PhD, is an Associate Professor and Chair of the Department of Accounting and Taxation at Seton Hall University. He is also Associate Principal for Tech­nical Resources with the national accounting firm WithumSmith+ Brown PC.