BUS 5110 Managerial Accounting Assignment- University of the People
Write a paper which is 2 to 3 pages in length.
Describe the circumstances of the following case study and recommend which company to purchase. Explain your approach to the problem, perform relevant calculations and analyses, and justify your recommendation. Ensure your work and conclusions are thoroughly supported.
Case Study:
You work in the mergers and acquisitions department of a large conglomerate who is looking to invest in a retail business. Two companies, Fashion Forward and Dream Designs, are the final two options being considered. You have the most recent available income statements and two years of balance sheets for each company.
Compute the following ratios for each company:
o Profit Margin Ratio
o Return on Assets
o Current Ratio
o Quick Ratio
o AR Turnover Ratio
o Average Collection Period
o Inventory Turnover Ratio
o Average Sales Period
o Debt to Equity Ratio
For this assignment:
o Compute all required amounts and explain how the computations were performed
o Evaluate the results for each company and explain what each ratio means
o Compare and contrast the companies.
o Based on your analysis:
a) recommend which company the organization should pursue
b) Thoroughly support your conclusion, including what other factors should be considered
c) Be specific.
d) Superior papers will:
o Perform all calculations correctly.
o Articulate how the calculations were performed.
o Evaluate the ratios computed and explain the meaning of the ratios.
o Compare the companies.
o Recommend which company to pursue, supported by well-thought-out rationale and considering any other factors that could impact the recommendation.
Format your assignment according to the give formatting requirements:
a. The answer must be double spaced, typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
b. The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the course title, the student's name, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
c. Also include a reference page. The references and Citations should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.