In today's downsizing business world, employees at all levels - and in all departments - need to understand business finance. If you've never had to worry about finance before, this array of numbers and terms can be overwhelming. Don't let a lack of financial knowledge get you embarrassed - or downsized. Mastering Business Finance helps you crunch the numbers like a Wall Street pro. Mastering Business Finance will answer the most frequently asked questions, like: * What do you do if your banker won't grant your company a loan? * Have gains in volume been worth tying up assets? * How can you reduce mistakes in allocating capital? * Are your inventories and your competitors' out of line? * What limitations come with a fixed budget? * How do you use the net present value tool? * How can a smaller company "team budget"? * What's the best way to manage a financial crisis? * Why can't you substitute a budget for a cost reduction program? * How can you continue to receive payments even after you eliminate your credit department? You'll also discover how to: * Analyze financial statements * Manage fixed assets, inventory and receivables * Forecast your business's cash flow for a whole year * Prepare financial proposals for venture capitalists and banks * Choose a technique for sales forecasting * Rate your loan worthiness * Choose between a variable and fixed budget * Troubleshoot with ratio analysis * Reap extra profit from your budget * Identify and distribute hidden costs * Coordinate your business plan and budget * Use zero-based budgeting effectively With Mastering Business Finance, even the least experienced number cruncher can gain confidence in understanding vital terms and making financial decisions. - from Amzon