Book
HBR guide to finance basics for managers
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 good managers must.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.