Full Description
The Wiley CPAexcel Study Guides have helped over a half million candidates pass the CPA Exam. This volume contains all current AICPA content requirements in Business Environment and Concepts (BEC). The comprehensive four-volume paperback set (AUD, BEC, FAR, REG) reviews all four parts of the CPA Exam. With 3,800 multiple-choice questions. The CPA study guides provide the detailed information candidates need to master or reinforce tough topic areas. The content is separated into 48 modules. * Unique modular format helps candidates zero in on areas that need work, organize their study program, and concentrate their efforts. * Comprehensive questions over 3,800 multiple-choice questions and their solutions in the complete set (AUD, BEC, FAR, REG). * Guidelines, pointers, and tips show how to build knowledge in a logical and reinforcing way. Arms test-takers with detailed text explanations and skill-building problems to help candidates identify, focus on, and master the specific topics that may need additional reinforcement. Available in print format.
Contents
Preface vii About the Author ix About the Contributor ix INTRODUCTION 1 Chapter 1: Beginning Your CPA Review Program 3 Chapter 2: Examination Grading 15 Chapter 3: The Solutions Approach 17 Chapter 4: Taking the Examination 25 Chapter 5: Exam Content Overview 29 BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT AND CONCEPTS 35 Module 40: Corporate Governance, Internal Control, and Enterprise Risk Management 37 Module 41: Information Technology 69 Module 42: Economics, Strategy, and Globalization 133 Module 43: Financial Risk Management and Capital Budgeting 191 Module 44: Financial Management 241 Module 45: Performance Measures and Management Techniques 297 Module 46: Cost Measurement and Assignment 337 Module 47: Planning, Control, and Analysis 375 APPENDICES 419 Appendix A: Business Environment and Concepts Sample Examination 421 Appendix B: Sample Business Environment and Concepts Testlet Released by AICPA 439 Appendix C: 2015 Released AICPA Questions for Business Environment and Concepts 441 INDEX 455
