HBR Guide to Finance Basics for Managers

HBR Guide to Finance Basics for Managers--------------------------------------------------DON'T LET YOUR FEAR OF FINANCE GET IN THE WAY OF YOUR SUCCESS Canyou prepare a breakeven analysis? Do you know the difference betweenan income statement and a balance sheet? Or understand why a businessthat's profitable can still go belly-up? Has your grasp of your company'snumbers helped--or hurt--your career? Whether you're new to financeor 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 financialswith rivals'- Shift your team's focus from revenues to profits-Assess your vulnerability to industry downturns- Use financialdata to defend budget requests- Invest smartly through cost/benefitanalysis