2024 Is Activity-Based Costing the Right Tool for Your Organization?

Saturday, January 18, 2025
Webcast or Webinar, Online
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM (opens at 2:30 PM) EST
2Credits
Accounting and Auditing

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Course Type: Webcast
Course Code: 24/AC103072
Level: Intermediate
Vendor: ACPEN
Field of Study: Accounting

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.

Objectives:

  • 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

Major Topics:

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

Major Topics:

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

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

Prerequisites:

Basic working knowledge of financial statements and business processes