Management control Systems 12th edition

On the heels of the Enron trial, there are many lessons to be learned from the barrage of fraud hammering corporate America - including how to spot signs of future impropriety. In a gripping and intriguing read, BUSINESS FAIRY TALES uses real-world scandals to illustrate the top twenty most common methods used by companies to fraudulently overstate their earnings and hide their debt.

Based on an analysis of the frequency of Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) enforcement actions, it identifies the twenty most prevalent accounting schemes. The book explains each accounting trick with a detailed, engaging story of a company and the officials who committed a spectacular version of that method of fictitious financial reporting. It goes behind the scenes to describe the organization's acts of deception, and to examine the character failures of the leaders. In addition to the specific cases, the book presents a compelling argument for the kind of reform that is needed, as well as the ethical frameworks that must support authentic reform.

ISBN: 395 Management Control Systems: Performance Measurement, Evaluation and Incentives, 2nd e. by Kenneth Merchant

With its unique range of case studies, real life examples, and comprehensive coverage of the latest management control-related tools and techniques, Management Control Systems is the ideal guid to this complex and multi-dimensional subject for upper level graduates, post graduates and practicing professionals.

Prentice Hall/FT, 2007
ISBN: 018
(Co-author: Van der Stede)

Accounting, Text and Cases, 12th e. by Kenneth Merchant

This text covers both financial and managerial accounting as well as broader managerial issues. Chapters 1 -14 cover financial accounting, while Chapters 15-21 cover management accounting, and Chapters 22-28 focus on broader issues of control and corporate strategy. The approximately 120 cases that make up most of the end of chapter material are a combination of classic Harvard style cases and extended problems, with 10 completely new cases added to the 12th edition. Accounting: Text and Cases is a product of lifelong dedication to the discipline of accounting, and users of the book benefit from a breadth of experience that is sure to enrich your course and your students.

McGraw-Hill, 2007
ISBN: 913
(Co-authors: Anthony and Hawkins)

Financial Statement Analysis, 10th e. by KR Subramanyam
Financial Statement Analysis, 10e, emphasizes effective business analysis and decision making by analysts, investors, managers, and other stakeholders of the company. It continues to set the standard in showing students the keys to effective financial statement analysis. The textbook is set up in a three part framework which makes this textbook one of the best selling books in the market. It begins with an overview (chapters 1-2), followed by accounting analysis (chapters...