Critical review of the methods used by GM to mitigate against risks in a multinational context

Business & market   |   Accounting   |   Presentation   |   06/04/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «General Motors (GM) is one of the 10 largest multinational corporations in the world. Although the organization has enjoyed a considerable amount of success in a multination organization, the reality is that the company has had to take a number of...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Managing Financial Risk. Transaction Exposure. Currency Forwards. Currency Options. Currency Swaps. Operating Exposure. Translation Exposure. Conclusion....»

Human resource guide for managing the Forensic Certified Public Accountant

Business & market   |   Accounting   |   Presentation   |   01/27/2009   |   .doc   |   8 pages
Document abstract : «Four tools exist, which assist the Human Resource Department in obtaining and informing employees for the position of the Forensic Certified Public Accountant (FCPA). This guide will provide management with the needed tools to contribute to the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The ultimate goal of the company.. Tips for the selection process.. The job analysis.. The process of gathering data to describe the job of the FCPA . Selection process.. The job of the Forensic Certified Public...»

Comparative international accounting systems and practices

Business & market   |   Accounting   |   Presentation   |   09/28/2006   |   .doc   |   26 pages
Document abstract : «There is no doubt that Anglo-Saxon accounting can be distinguished from accounting in continental Europe, Asia, Latin American, and many other parts of the world. It is practiced not only in the United States and United Kingdom, but also to an...»

Synopsis abstract : «Anglo Saxon accounting. United States. Influences on accounting development. Accounting principles and practices. Financial statements . Measurement practices . Consolidation practices. United Kingdom. Influences on accounting...»

Alternative accounting practices: earnings management using loan loss

Business & market   |   Accounting   |   Presentation   |   06/17/2008   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «Critical examinations of recent corporate scandals that have occurred-i.e. Enron and WorldCom in particular-demonstrate that the accounting practices utilized by the organization were less than ethical. However, in most instances the accounting...»

Synopsis abstract : «Interestingly, the methods used by Enron and other organizations to hide debt are not always considered illegal when it comes to the accounting rules and principles that have been established by the Securities and Exchange Commission . Earnings...»

Critical Review the Development of Human Resource and Culture at Microsoft

Business & market   |   Accounting   |   Presentation   |   06/04/2008   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «When Bill Gate started the Microsoft organization 3 decades ago, he did not envision the significant growth and prosperity that would take place in the organization. As a result, Gates founded his organization on basic principles of organizational...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Identification of the Problems. Critical Issues for Organizational Development. Recommendations. Conclusion....»

Tax News 2007

Business & market   |   Accounting   |   Summaries   |   08/28/2007   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «A collection of analysis of recent tax news, here is an excerpt from one of them: There are some US cities and states that already have levied taxes on soft drinks and junk foods. Money is exchanging hands in this "taxing" process, but what is...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction: Doctors call for 'fat tax' on Coca-Cola and Pepsi. Bush Signs $70 Billion Tax Cut Extensions. Senator seeks tax on pimps, prostitutes. Gore says tax pollution, not payrolls. Take aim at oil company tax breaks. Exxon Mobil CEO warns...»

Impact of unethical behavior

Business & market   |   Accounting   |   Term papers   |   11/02/2009   |   .doc   |   2 pages
Document abstract : «Accounting is an information system that identifies, records, and communicates an organization's financial transactions to interested, internal and external users. There are two closely related yet different types of accounting; financial and...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction to financial statements. Types of financial statements. The statement of retained earnings . Understanding the theory of cash balance. Importance of financial statements. Conclusion. References....»

Costing methods and systems

Business & market   |   Accounting   |   Term papers   |   10/28/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «Cost: Cost is the expenditure incurred on production of goods and services, either to be sold as finished products or used in the production of other goods and services. Costing: It is the technique and process of ascertaining and calculating...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Objectives of costing. Elements of cost. Classification of overheads. Methods of costing. Sytem of costing. Standard costing. Advantages of standard costing. Analysis of variances. Process costing. Classification of costs....»

A comparative financial analysis of the costs and benefits of a lease-purchase investment

Business & market   |   Accounting   |   Case study   |   08/17/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «This report was prepared as a result of work performed by the accounting and finance department in response to management request to investigate the company's lease-purchase options for the IT department. The upgrade of our IT material and...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. IT governance and performance assessment. Business alignment and process improvement. Strategic alignment. Value delivery. Resource and performance management. Operational service and support. Investment decision making...»

A critical evaluation of the usefulness of financial accounting theory to practicing accountants

Business & market   |   Accounting   |   Term papers   |   05/29/2009   |   .doc   |   9 pages
Document abstract : «When I started this course, I was told by a very competent person that Financial Accounting Theory or ACC3116/5216 is about theories which relate to financial accounting practice to help students develop skills as accountants for doing bookkeeping,...»

Synopsis abstract : «Executive summary. Introduction. Behavioral accounting research. Importance of behavioral accounting research. The Limitations of behavioral accounting research. Ethics Consideration in behavioural research in accounting. Lessons...»

Financial performance of LG Electronics India Ltd

Business & market   |   Accounting   |   Term papers   |   05/28/2009   |   .doc   |   28 pages
Document abstract : «"A better life with Digital" is LG Electronics Digital Appliance Company's (DAC) mission. LGE DAC has been making ceaseless efforts to create a new culture in our daily life to present convenience to all its customers all over the world. In the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Company's profile. DAC vision and philosophy . Core values. Objective of the study. Research methodology. Liquidity ratios. Activity ratio. Leverage ratio. Pofitability ratios. Expenses ratio. Interpretation of ratio. Classification of...»

Olympic accounting authority- cost control systems

Business & market   |   Accounting   |   Term papers   |   05/17/2009   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «In 2006 the Olympic committee decided to dedicate £400 billion in order to establish a Cost Control system. This system is composed of two core elements: a planning process and a responsibility accounting scheme. The planning process requires...»

Synopsis abstract : «Executive summary. Introduction. Costs budget. Plans . Implementation. Performance reports and analysis. Cost centers. Control board. Variance analysis. Conclusion. References....»

Project finance and project evaluation: The Indian Oil Corporation Limited

Business & market   |   Accounting   |   Theses   |   05/13/2009   |   .doc   |   43 pages
Document abstract : «The use of non-recourse project financing has grown steadily in emerging markets, especially in basic infrastructure, natural resources and the energy sector. Because of its cost and complexity, project finance is aimed at large-scale investments....»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. What is non-recourse project financing?. Objective of the study. Company overview: Indian oil corporation Ltd (IOCL). Vision and mission. Values followed at IOCL. Major divisions at IOCL. Business chart of IOCL. Products offered by...»

A study of capital structure trend in the Indian steel industry

Business & market   |   Accounting   |   Theses   |   05/13/2009   |   .doc   |   61 pages
Document abstract : «Capital structure is designed to maximize the value of a firm. However there is no unanimity on the effect of capital structure on the ultimate value of a firm. Various theories hold varied opinions. According to Modigliani and Miller approach value...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Capital structure. Modigliani-Miller approach. A capital structure trend in Indian Steel industry. Research design. Statement of the problem. Objectives of study. Scope of the study. Operational definitions. Methodology. Limitations of...»

Cost concepts and classification (20 Slides)

Business & market   |   Accounting   |   Presentation   |   04/29/2009   |   .ppt   |   20 slides
Document abstract : «The costing terminology of the Institute of cost and works accounts,London defines cost as"The amount of expenditure (actual or notional) incurred on or attributable to a given thing." In the words of Harold J.Wheldon,"costing is the classifying...»

Synopsis abstract : «Discusion topics . Why cost concept?. The meaning of cost. Analysis and classification of costs . Indirect cost. Functional classification. Classification on the basis of behavior. Classification of costs for managerial decision and control. Normal...»

A brief overview of job costing

Business & market   |   Accounting   |   Term papers   |   04/03/2009   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «Job costing is one of the methods of counting costs & is used when job orders are undertaken in a factory or a workshop or contracts are taken out to build houses, construct roads, bridges etc. Many companies manufacture goods against orders. They...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Job costing in general. Applicability of job costing. Features of job costing. Components of job costing. Other important aspects of job costing. Job costing evaluated. Advantage. Disadvan...»

Olympic accounting authority- Cost control systems

Business & market   |   Accounting   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «In your role as head management accountant, you have been asked to prepare a report for your new junior colleagues in the organization who are new to accounting and have little management accounting experience. In your report you may decide to focus...»

Synopsis abstract : «Executive summary.. Introduction.. Cost budget.. Plans.. Implementation.. Costing system.. Performance reports and analysis.. Cost centers.. Control board.. Variance analysis.. Conclusion.. Bibliography.....»

How the American civil war medicine has influenced modern medicine

Business & market   |   Accounting   |   Presentation   |   06/15/2008   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «Over the course of the last century notable advancements have been made in the area of medical science. In addition to improving the technology available for use in medicine, professionals have come to realize the importance of basic hygiene as a...»

Synopsis abstract : «Civil War and Medicine?An Overview. Sanitation and the Spread of Disease. Wounds from Battle. Surgeries of the Civil War. Conclusion....»

Specific considerations that would have to be made by a Chief Financial Officer working with a non-profit organization with respect to borrowing and depositing monies in Triodos Bank.

Business & market   |   Accounting   |   Presentation   |   06/15/2008   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «Identification The development of Triodos Bank is one that has notable implications for the development of both the banking and nonprofit or voluntary sector. With the ability to match investments with deposits in an environmentally friendly...»

Synopsis abstract : «Identification. Analysis and Evaluation. First the organization must consider how must profit it needs to make through investing its monies. . Finally, CFOs of nonprofit organizations considering investment in Triodos Bank should consider the...»

Illegal/deceptive accounting practices in today's business organizations

Business & market   |   Accounting   |   Presentation   |   06/10/2008   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «Over the course of the last decade, the number of companies using legal, but deceptive accounting practices has increased dramatically. Sunbeam, WorldCom and Enron are among some of the most notable organizations to utilize accounting practices that...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Financial Statements?Their Meaning and Purpose. Problems with the System. Conclusion....»

An essay on how Islamic fundamentalism has promulgated problems for members of the Muslim community in Europe

Business & market   |   Accounting   |   Presentation   |   06/04/2008   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «The September 11th terrorist attacks and other international acts of terrorism that have been carried out a recent years have had a significant impact not only are the United States, all the international community as well. Unfortunately, for many...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Review of the Current Literature. Ramadan (2006) contends that even though Muslims have been a significant and integral part of the European population for hundreds of years. Zubaida's (2003) analysis of the Muslim community in Europe...»

Corporate social responsibility is not an integral part of business: Hence accountants should have little to with it.

Business & market   |   Accounting   |   Presentation   |   05/23/2008   |   .doc   |   2 pages
Document abstract : «Corporate social responsibility (CSR) has become one of the leading topics of discussion and deliberation in today's modern business environment. The main reason for this is due to the fact that climate change has become a very important agenda for...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Accountants: Submissive to accounting rules and regulations. Pragmatic reasons for why accountants should be involved in CSR. Holding companies accountable to the communities. Conclusion. Bibliogra...»

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