2010, 11 case study film clips plus support material Core Topics Covered:   Costs, Revenue & Profit   Working Capital   Difference Between Cash & Profit   Depreciation EXPLANATORY CLIPS introduce each topic clearly and simply, explaining key terms and concepts. THE CASE STUDY CLIPS focus on Blakeway Ltd, a manufacturer of printed circuit boards. Hard-headed MD Stephen Maynard's success is based on his financial strategy, revolving around a tough approach to cost control and maximising working capital. Blakeway face a critical decision: to buy or not to buy an important piece of new machinery. Production manager Keith Sykes is all for it; they need the technology to compete with overseas manufacturers. But Maynard is sceptical. The DVD explores the key financial ideas which underlie the boardroom battle. Additional clips provide further examples from a variety of companies including the Logical Friends computer business, DVD player maker Arcam, the Tossed salad bar chain, and a café bar in Brighton. EXTRAS Extra clips expand on the core topics, and three mini case studies illustrate how the financial theory plays out in reality in the businesses, including: mini case studies and bite-sized guidance on related financial issues. THE SUPPORT MATERIAL includes detailed explanatory notes, power point presentations, lesson plans, comprehension questions, worksheets for evaluation and analysis, and a glossary of key terms.