Cost Accounting: A Comprehensive Guide for Managers

Overview

Cost accounting is a critical tool for managers in any industry. It provides the information needed to make informed decisions about pricing, production, and marketing. This comprehensive guide to cost accounting covers everything from basic concepts to advanced techniques. It is written in a clear and concise style, making it easy for readers to understand and apply the material to their own businesses.

Key Features

• Comprehensive coverage: This book covers all the major topics in cost accounting, including:
  • Cost concepts and classifications
  • Cost allocation methods
  • Activity-based costing
  • Budgeting
  • Standard costing
  • Variance analysis
  • Decision-making tools
• Real-world examples: The book is full of real-world examples that illustrate how cost accounting concepts can be applied in practice. These examples are drawn from a variety of industries, making the book relevant to readers in any field.
• Exercises and problems: Each chapter includes exercises and problems that allow readers to test their understanding of the material. These exercises and problems are designed to be challenging but not overly difficult, making them a valuable learning tool.
• Instructor's manual: An instructor's manual is available for professors who adopt the book for their courses. The instructor's manual includes solutions to all of the exercises and problems in the book, as well as additional teaching materials.

Benefits

This book provides readers with the knowledge and skills they need to make informed decisions about their businesses. It is a valuable resource for managers in any industry who want to improve their financial performance.

Target Audience

This book is ideal for managers in any industry who want to learn more about cost accounting. It is also a valuable resource for students who are studying business administration or accounting.

About the Authors

Paulo E. V. Viceconti is a professor of accounting at the University of São Paulo. He has over 20 years of experience teaching cost accounting and has published numerous articles and books on the subject.

Silvério das Neves is a professor of accounting at the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro. He has over 30 years of experience teaching cost accounting and has published numerous articles and books on the subject.

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This comprehensive guide to cost accounting is a must-have for any manager who wants to improve their financial performance. Order your copy today and start learning how to make informed decisions about your business.