HBR Guide to Finance Basics for Managers (HBR Guide Series) - Harvard Business Review - Bog

DON'T LET YOUR FEAR OF FINANCE GET IN THE WAY OF YOUR SUCCESS Can you prepare a breakeven analysis? Do you know the difference between an income statement and a balance sheet? Or understand why a business that's profitable can still go belly-up? Has your grasp of your company's numbers helped--or hurt--your career? Whether you're new to finance or you just need a refresher, this go-to guide will give you the tools and confidence you need to master the fundamentals, as "all" good managers must.The "HBR Guide to Finance Basics for Managers" will help you: - Learn the language of finance- Compare your firm's financials with rivals'- Shift your team's focus from revenues to profits- Assess your vulnerability to industry downturns- Use financial data to defend budget requests- Invest smartly through cost/benefit analysis