A compilation of recent business press and academic articles designed to accompany Atkinson/Banker/Kaplan Young, Management Accounting. Each section of the book is introduced with a summary of the articles and their overall contribution to the topics. Each reading concludes with a set of questions designed to provoke thought and analysis on the part of the student. The Instructor's Guide details at what juncture each of the articles can be used with the main text.

"Teaches essential accounting terminology and techniques that serious stock investors need to know." -- Preface

This collection of notes and readings on Financial accounting is best used as a core text in the theory course or as a supplement to an Intermediate course or an Advanced accounting course. The goal of this book is to provide insight into concepts, issues, and controversies which underlie accounting standards and practices.

This book includes self-test section at the end of each chapter. Test yourself, then check answers in the back of the book to see how you score. CD-ROM included.

Provides readers with a broader view of accounting theory than can be provided by using only techniques and procedures. Primarily a descriptive interpretation of the Opinions and Standards issued by the Accounting Principles Board and the Financial Accounting Standards Board. It is descriptive of existing accounting theory--exploring it in depth--while critically examining alternatives to current practice. Through the use of research articles at the end of each chapter and supplemental readings, which provide additional discussion of complex material or a dissenting opinion from current generally accepted accounting principles, it also helps readers evaluate the conclusions reached by the APB and FASB.

The text and images in this book are in grayscale. A hardback color version is available. Search for ISBN 9781680922929. Principles of Accounting is designed to meet the scope and sequence requirements of a two-semester accounting course that covers the fundamentals of financial and managerial accounting. This book is specifically designed to appeal to both accounting and non-accounting majors, exposing students to the core concepts of accounting in familiar ways to build a strong foundation that can be applied across business fields. Each chapter opens with a relatable real-life scenario for today's college student. Thoughtfully designed examples are presented throughout each chapter, allowing students to build on emerging accounting knowledge. Concepts are further reinforced through applicable connections to more detailed business processes. Students are immersed in the "why" as well as the "how" aspects of accounting in order to reinforce concepts and promote comprehension over rote memorization.

The second edition includes over 25 percent new and updated information including: New information on the separate accounting and financial reporting standards for private/small businesses versus public/large businesses Updated information that reflects the 2007 law on international financial reporting standards New content to match SEC and other governmental regulatory changes over the past three years New information about how the analyst-corporate connection has actually changed the playing field The impact of corporate communications and new technologies New examples that reflect the current trends Updated websites and resources