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1H 10min
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Economy & Business

Intimidated by corporate finance? The numbers (and the jargon) can feel overwhelming—but you have to understand them to manage effectively. Finance Basics explains the fundamentals simply and quickly, introducing you to key terms and concepts such as:

● How to navigate financial statements

● How to weigh costs and benefits

● What's involved in budgeting and forecasting

● How to gauge a company's financial health

Don't have much time? Get up to speed fast on the most essential business skills with HBR's 20-Minute Manager series. Whether you need a crash course or a brief refresher, each book in the series is a concise, practical primer that will help you brush up on a key management topic. Advice you can quickly listen to and apply, for ambitious professionals and aspiring executives—from the most trusted source in business.

© 2022 Ascent Audio (Audiobook): 9781663723802

Release date

Audiobook: 22 November 2022

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