Table of contents

1. Introduction to Accounting1h 21m
2. Transaction Analysis1h 13m
3. Accrual Accounting Concepts2h 38m
4. Merchandising Operations2h 30m
5. Inventory1h 55m
6. Internal Controls and Reporting Cash1h 16m
7. Receivables and Investments3h 8m
8. Long Lived Assets5h 1m
9. Current Liabilities2h 19m
10. Time Value of Money1h 23m
- Time Value of Money Equations
  35m
- Using Time Value of Money Tables
  47m
11. Long Term Liabilities2h 45m
12. Stockholders' Equity2h 15m
13. Statement of Cash Flows2h 24m
14. Financial Statement Analysis5h 25m
15. GAAP vs IFRS56m

1. Introduction to Accounting

Types of Accounting

Financial Accounting

1. Introduction to Accounting

Types of Accounting

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the central idea of Management by Objectives (MBO) in the context of accounting?

Financial statements are prepared solely for external stakeholders such as investors and creditors.

All accounting decisions are made exclusively by top management without employee input.

Accounting information is used only for tax reporting purposes.

Managers and employees collaboratively set specific, measurable goals to improve organizational performance.

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Understand the concept of Management by Objectives (MBO): MBO is a strategic management approach where managers and employees work together to set clear, measurable goals that align with organizational objectives.

Recognize the role of accounting in MBO: Accounting provides the financial data and performance metrics necessary to evaluate progress toward these goals and make informed decisions.

Differentiate MBO from other accounting practices: Unlike practices focused solely on external reporting (e.g., financial statements for investors) or tax compliance, MBO emphasizes internal collaboration and goal-setting to improve organizational performance.

Identify the collaborative aspect of MBO: Managers and employees jointly establish goals, ensuring alignment and shared accountability for achieving them.

Conclude that the central idea of MBO in accounting is the use of accounting information to set and monitor specific, measurable goals collaboratively, enhancing organizational performance.