Rap Acca Bsc Topic 8

OXFORD BROOKES UNIVERSITY
RESEARCH & ANALYSIS PROJECT

RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS REPORT THE BUSINESS AND FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE OF THE HUB POWER COMPANY LIMITED

PRESENTED BY:
KHAQAN HAIDER
Registration number: 1277963
Nov2010

Word count: 5796 words

Contents Introduction 1
Topic Chosen And Its Context
1
Reasons For Selection
1
Project Objectives
2
Research Approach
2

Information Gathering 4
Primary Research
4
Secondary Research
4
Limitations of Information Gathering
5
Limitations of Analytical Tools
5
Ethical Issues
6

Analysis 7
Business Description
7
Sector Outlook
7
Ratio Analysis
8
SWOT Analysis
12
Porter’s Five Factors
14
PEST Analysis
16

Conclusion 18 Skills and Learning Statement 20 Appendices 26
Bibliography
26
Balance Sheet
27
Profit And Loss Account
29
Ratios Calculation
30
Interview and Responses
32
Power Point Slides
35

Introduction Introduction Topic Chosen and Its Context This report is about a study and analysis of the business and financial performance of The HUB Power Company Limited (HUBCO) over a three years period (FY2007-FY2009). I am addressing and comparing financial and non-financial factors influencing the company with industry practices for which a suitable competitor Kot Addu Power Company Limited (KAPCO) is selected. Reasons for Selection I chose the topic on grounds of: Nature of topic
The topic is pretty interesting in nature as it involves a great deal of expertise to be put into exercise. My own interest
Business and financial performance appraisal are more attractive than any other area of accounting. This report has given me opportunity to do a real-life appraisal. Association with ACCA studies
Performance appraisal is

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