This unit provides an introduction to the fundamental principles of accounting and its use in decision making and performance evaluation. as such it provides non-accountants with a basic understanding of, and the ability to analyse financial statements. It examines the links between accounting and the planning, control, accountability, and decision making functions within organisations.

This unit provides an introduction to the fundamental principles of accounting and its use in decision making and performance evaluation. as such it provides non-accountants with a basic understanding of, and the ability to analyse financial statements. It examines the links between accounting and the planning, control, accountability, and decision making functions within organisations.