Report Topics/Individual Research Paper: Select one of the following topics
1. Ratio and Financial Statement Analysis – Your report should critically analyze the benefits and limitations of ratio analysis, explaining what factors impact the meaningfulness of such measures and what new practices or theories may be emerging regarding the application of ratio and financial statement analysis. Emphasize practical applications and real-world use of ratios synthesizing your readings in published research or survey articles. Use current events and challenges in your report as specific sections, headings, and topics.
2. Challenges faced by Financial Managers in a Changing Economic Environment
Your report should critically assess the challenges faced by financial managers due to changes in the macroeconomic environment and how these impact businesses operations. Emphasize how there are consequences related to changes in strategies and priorities and in the way the departments adjust. Use current events and challenges in your report as specific sections, headings, and topics.
3. Financial Management Practices and Their Impact on Organizational Performance:
Your reports should critically assess the relationship between organizational performance and financial management practices. These include capital structure decision, investment appraisal techniques, dividend policy, working capital management and financial performance assessment. Use current events and challenges in your report as specific sections, headings, and topics
** read the rubric carefully. Notice the requirement of an executive summary, introduction, and purpose as outlined in the rubric.