For Accounting, Business Communication, and Technical Writing courses.
This book is written for the accountant who wants to sharpen their communication and critical thinking skills in order to be more effective in the workplace.
Writing and Their Career
This text can guide students through all stages of the writing process, providing examples of specific tools that will help them begin a successful career. Part III titled “Writing and Your Career,” will assist students with:
- Writing essay examinations
- Creating resumes and letters of application
- Writing for publication
Accountants In Practice
In addition to covering basic principles, this book contains useful information to refine basic writing skills that students will use in their professional careers on a daily basis. Some examples include:
- Creating letters, memo reports, and other formats used by accountants in practice
- A NEW Chapter 15 discusses the preparation of an oral presentation, teaching students how to analyze an audience and deliver messages effectively
- The discussion of communicating via email is also covered and expanded in Chapter 10
Ethics in the Workplace
New for this edition of Effective Writingare sections on the ethics of communication meant for guiding students through the reasoning behind solving ethical dilemmas in the workplace.
· Chapter 1 - Introduces students to ethical issues related to accounting communication
· Chapter 7 - Shows them how to use critical thinking skills to resolve ethical dilemmas
OTHER TOPICS OF DISTINCTION
Reinforcing Key Concepts
Many new and revised assignments are covered in this edition to reinforce key concepts. Most chapters include topics for writing and speaking assignments concerned with accounting concepts and situations.
Updated Instructor's Manual
The Instructors Manual contains answers to many exercises available throughout the text and includes suggestions on ways to improve the communication skills of accounting students.