CASE STUDY

In this case study, students will be evaluated on their ability to analyse, interpret, justify, create ideas, propose viable and ethical solutions, and apply the best alternatives in the areas of managerial accounting and finance. Though basic guides are given below, students have the flexibility to be creative in showing their ability to apply the concepts and methods in managerial accounting and finance where students have to identify and elaborate issues, create or estimate numbers or cash flows, propose solutions etc.

THE CASE Students to refer to Starbucks Case Study How Starbucks Conquered The Coffee Industry? Based on the information given, prepare a thorough study on Starbucks by following below guides/instructions. You must be specific and relate your answers to your job with Starbucks.

GUIDES / INSTRUCTIONS

1. ABC Costing System

Using ABC Costing System, analyse and propose the areas where the system can assist the top management team and benefit the business in the coming years. The recommendation should be in line with the common objectives that are to minimize costs and maximize profits ethically.

2. Short Term Decision Making

Propose whether the said company need to make or buy the product. Explain why you recommend the decision based on your decision-making analysis.