Accounting for Non-Accountants is an introduction to the basics of accounting and business finance that explores annual accounts, management accounting and financial management, including mergers, takeovers and buy-outs. Accounting for Non-Accountants provides the perfect introduction to the basics of accounting and business finance. It gives you an easy-to-follow guide to accounting and financial techniques and terms. Fully revised to include information on the latest accounting standards and changes in taxation law, it introduces concepts in a way intended to aid non-financial students, as well as managers from organizations of all sizes. It is divided into three main sections: annual accounts, management accounting and financial management, and contains examples and questions to test your understanding. Accounting for Non-Accountants is already widely used as an introductory text for business and management students on a variety of courses, and it remains essential reading for anyone wishing to truly understand accounting principles and practice.