Activity-Based Costing: Is it Right for Your Organization? (2 hours)

Overview

This session provides a refresher regarding the fundamentals of activity-based costing (ABC). We will examine theoretical concepts before exploring practical possibilities for implementing ABC. A major focus of the course will be factors to consider when determining whether this managerial accounting tool is an appropriate resource for an organization. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.

Highlights

The major topics covered in this course include:

• ABC versus traditional costing
• First-stage allocation
• Determining predetermined overhead rates
• Second-stage allocation
• Activity-based reporting
• Activity-based management

Prerequisites

Basic working knowledge of financial statements and business processes

Designed For

Accountants who have not recently considered ABC but want to revisit the cost-benefit prospects of ABC for potential utilization for their clients or their employing organization.

Objectives

After attending this session, you will be able to...

• Revisit the fundamental underpinnings of ABC
• Understand what types of business entities may benefit from ABC
• Appreciate potential benefits of ABC
• Recognize limitations of ABC

Notice

“Adding to Calendar” does not register you for this event. Please either register online by clicking “Add to Cart” or contacting OSCPA at 503-641-7200 / 800-255-1470, ext. 3. Thank you!