Research Methods in Accounting

Research Methods in Accounting
Author: Malcolm Smith
Publisher: SAGE
Total Pages: 265
Release: 2014-10-27
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1473909058

Designed solely for accounting students and scholars, this easy-to-follow and engaging text will ensure that you can successfully apply the most relevant research methods to your accounting research studies. New to this updated edition: Expanded coverage on how to successfully identify your research proposal question. Additional qualitative data chapter enabling you to have a stronger understanding of qualitative methods. Real-life accountancy examples provide insight into choices made by accountants, relating your theoretical research to practical application. Further reading at the end of each chapter to further enhance and expand your knowledge.

Theory and Applications of Time Series Analysis

Theory and Applications of Time Series Analysis
Author: Olga Valenzuela
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 460
Release: 2020-11-20
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 3030562190

This book presents a selection of peer-reviewed contributions on the latest advances in time series analysis, presented at the International Conference on Time Series and Forecasting (ITISE 2019), held in Granada, Spain, on September 25-27, 2019. The first two parts of the book present theoretical contributions on statistical and advanced mathematical methods, and on econometric models, financial forecasting and risk analysis. The remaining four parts include practical contributions on time series analysis in energy; complex/big data time series and forecasting; time series analysis with computational intelligence; and time series analysis and prediction for other real-world problems. Given this mix of topics, readers will acquire a more comprehensive perspective on the field of time series analysis and forecasting. The ITISE conference series provides a forum for scientists, engineers, educators and students to discuss the latest advances and implementations in the foundations, theory, models and applications of time series analysis and forecasting. It focuses on interdisciplinary research encompassing computer science, mathematics, statistics and econometrics.

Understanding Corporate Risk

Understanding Corporate Risk
Author: M. V. Shivaani
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 355
Release: 2019-06-06
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 9811381410

This book proposes three normative frameworks pertaining to risk-measurement, disclosure and governance using expert opinion and data from the top 429 non-financial companies (of the NIFTY 500 index) over a 10-year period. The book offers a novel contribution to the global literature on disclosure quality by presenting a composite measure of the quality as well as quantity of risk disclosures. Focusing on the quality of risk disclosures and risk governance structures, and using sophisticated methodology to tackle the issue of endogeneity, the book explores the important yet uncharted confluence of accounting information, risk and corporate governance. It addresses the interplay between three facets of risk, and is corroborated by practitioners’ perspectives as well as case studies. It is an excellent resource for practitioners, professionals and policy-makers, in addition to researchers working on the topic.

Fundamental Problems and Solutions in Finance

Fundamental Problems and Solutions in Finance
Author: Zhiqiang Zhang
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 435
Release: 2023-04-27
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 9811982694

This book provides innovative solutions to fundamental problems in finance, such as the valuation of bond and equity, the pricing of debt, equity and total asset, the determination of optimal capital structure, etc., which are unsolved or poor-solved so far. The solutions in this book all have the following features: Based on essential assumptions in line with reality, the final solutions are analytical solutions with closed-form models, the forms and variables of the models are determined by strict and objective logic processes rather than chosen or presumed subjectively, such as the new growth model for stock valuation, the new CAPM accounting for total risk rather than only systematic risk, the real solution to optimal capital structure based on the trade-off between tax shield and bankruptcy cost. In addition, these basic solutions or models are adjusted easily to various application scenarios.

Financial Statement Analysis and the Prediction of Financial Distress

Financial Statement Analysis and the Prediction of Financial Distress
Author: William H. Beaver
Publisher: Now Publishers Inc
Total Pages: 89
Release: 2011
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1601984243

Financial Statement Analysis and the Prediction of Financial Distress discusses the evolution of three main streams within the financial distress prediction literature: the set of dependent and explanatory variables used, the statistical methods of estimation, and the modeling of financial distress. Section 1 discusses concepts of financial distress. Section 2 discusses theories regarding the use of financial ratios as predictors of financial distress. Section 3 contains a brief review of the literature. Section 4 discusses the use of market price-based models of financial distress. Section 5 develops the statistical methods for empirical estimation of the probability of financial distress. Section 6 discusses the major empirical findings with respect to prediction of financial distress. Section 7 briefly summarizes some of the more relevant literature with respect to bond ratings. Section 8 presents some suggestions for future research and Section 9 presents concluding remarks.

Analytical Corporate Valuation

Analytical Corporate Valuation
Author: Pasquale De Luca
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 470
Release: 2018-10-31
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 3319935518

This book integrates the models employed in the fundamental analysis of a company with the models used by investors in the capital markets to diversify risks and maximize expected returns. The underlying thesis is that the company creates value only if the return on capital invested exceeds the cost of capital, while the objective is to demonstrate how integration of the fields of corporate finance and asset pricing enables comprehensive and accurate company valuation. Companies can thrive only if they are able to create value for shareholders over time. A company’s value creation and the correct approach to its measurement require two main skills: first, the ability to analyze and evaluate the company’s fundamentals with respect to its business model and its performance over time; and second, knowledge of investors’ models with regard to risk diversification and return maximization from which the cost of capital for the firm is derived. Based on this perspective, the book combines rigorous quantitative analysis with effective use of graphics to aid intuitive understanding.

Advances in Time Series Data Methods in Applied Economic Research

Advances in Time Series Data Methods in Applied Economic Research
Author: Nicholas Tsounis
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 557
Release: 2018-12-12
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 3030021947

This conference proceedings volume presents advanced methods in time series estimation models that are applicable various areas of applied economic research such as international economics, macroeconomics, microeconomics, finance economics and agricultural economics. Featuring contributions presented at the 2018 International Conference on Applied Economics (ICOAE) held in Warsaw, Poland, this book presents contemporary research using applied econometric method for analysis as well as country specific studies with potential implications on economic policy. Applied economics is a rapidly growing field of economics that combines economic theory with econometrics to analyse economic problems of the real world usually with economic policy interest. ICOAE is an annual conference started in 2008 with the aim to bring together economists from different fields of applied economic research in order to share methods and ideas. Approximately 150 papers are submitted each year from about 40 countries around the world. The goal of the conference and the enclosed papers is to allow for an exchange of experiences with different applied econometric methods and to promote joint initiatives among well-established economic fields such as finance, agricultural economics, health economics, education economics, international trade theory and management and marketing strategies. Featuring global contributions, this book will be of interest to researchers, academics, professionals and policy makers in the field of applied economics and econometrics.

Financial and Management Accounting

Financial and Management Accounting
Author: Pauline Weetman
Publisher: Pearson UK
Total Pages: 1266
Release: 2019
Genre: Accounting
ISBN: 1292244453

This eighth edition retains all of the classic features that have contributed to the book's success: clarity of expression, the focus on the accounting equation, student activities and real-life commentaries running through each chapter, and the inclusion of the Safe and Sure Annual Report as an example of a listed company. Written by an expert teacher in Accounting, the eighth edition of this well-respected text retains all the features that have contributed to the book's popularity: focus on the accounting equation, an even greater range of student activities throughout each chapter, a clear and accessible writing style, and extensive use of real-world case studies. With a strong emphasis on the 2018 Conceptual Framework of the International Accounting Standards Board, Financial & Management Accounting: An Introduction guides students in understanding the `why' and not just the `what' of financial and management accounting. Key features: Definitions and terminology are aligned with the 2018 IASB Conceptual Framework Fully up-to-date with the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) New case studies giving examples from real-world companies Activities aligned to each section of a chapter to encourage students to explore and consider issues from different angles Expanded for this edition, experience-driven conversations between two managers are included throughout, updated with an even more practical emphasis Coverage on fair value throughout Exploration of the Strategic Report and Directors' Report Focuses on specific knowledge outcomes, with end-of-chapter self-evaluation Questions are graded according to difficulty to test student understanding Financial & Management Accounting: An Introduction is a core textbook for undergraduates on Business Studies degrees, undergraduates on Accounting courses, students studying accounting for MBA and postgraduate courses, and professional courses where accounting is introduced for the first time. Visit www.pearsoned.co.uk/weetman for a suite of resources to accompany this textbook, including: A companion website for students, containing multiple choice questions to enable you to test your knowledge A complete solutions guide for lecturers PowerPoint slides for each chapter for lecturers.

Web Information Systems and Applications

Web Information Systems and Applications
Author: Weiwei Ni
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 725
Release: 2019-09-17
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 3030309525

This book constitutes the proceedings of the 16th International Conference on Web Information Systems and Applications, WISA 2019, held in Qingdao, China, in September 2019. The 39 revised full papers and 33 short papers presented were carefully reviewed and selected from 154 submissions. The papers are grouped in topical sections on machine learning and data mining, cloud computing and big data, information retrieval, natural language processing, data privacy and security, knowledge graphs and social networks, blockchain, query processing, and recommendations.