Finance for non-financial managers explains the financial goals of a company and illustrates how the principles of finance should be applied in creating wealth as opposed to simply maximising profit. With its thought-provoking opening cases and user-friendly content, it is ideal for anyone who has little or no prior knowledge of accounting or financial management.

Contents include the following:

• The long- and short-term goals of a firm in view of its operating environment
• Analysing and interpreting financial statements
• Financial planning and budgeting
• Using a financial calculator and MS Excel
• Evaluating new investments by means of capital budgeting
• Managing the cash flow of a firm
• Contributing to the risk management of the firm to ensure long-term sustainability