Gowthorpe, C. (2003) Business Accounting and Finance for Non Specialists, 1st ed. Thomson. ISBN: 1-86152-872-8

Details :- An assignment length 1500 words weighted at 100%; to include a cash Flow forecast based on a case study. Will assess all Learning Outcomes.

Library and electronic databases eg EBSCO

This module requires candidates to commit to 150 learning hours (including assessment) of which a minimum of 24 hours will be direct supported learning (including lectures, workshops, case studies, in-class group discussions, and videos).

Including opportunities for formative feedback, evaluation and reflection on the outcomes of work actions/field research - through small group tutorials, presentation of findings, and tutor feedback
- Summative feedback. Written feedback on assessment/assignment/exit tutorial

This module introduces the concept of finance and accounting, followed by practical application of basic financial/accounting techniques. It concentrates on those aspects of financial management required for managing a budget with emphasis on the bottom line.
- Awareness of business planning
- Working within budgets
- Commercial awareness
- EBITDA (An understanding)
- Cost Analysis
- Finance tracking
- Implication of overspend/underspend in budget management