Self-Study
Standard Costs and Variance Analysis
Explore when standard costs can be used and create management reports for cost control.
$29.00 – $49.00
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Secure Transaction CPE Credits
1 Credits: Accounting
Course Level
Overview
Format
Self-Study
Course Description
Standard costs are commonly used in many accounting applications. In the Standard Costs and Variance Analysis course, we address the situations in which standard costing can be used, its advantages and disadvantages, and how to create a standard cost. We also cover the various types of variances that can be derived from standard costs, including materials, labor, and overhead variances. Finally, we address which variances should be reported, and how to report them to management.
Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Identify the circumstances under which standard costs can be used.
- Specify the different variances applicable to standard costing.
- Identify the calculations for each type of standard cost variance.
Course Specifics
SS123360855
December 26, 2023
There are no prerequisites.
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Meet The Experts
Steven M. Bragg, CPA, is a full-time book and course author who has written more than 300 business books and courses. He provides Western CPE with self-study courses in the areas of accounting and finance, with an emphasis on the practical application of accounting standards and management techniques. A sampling of his courses include the The New Controller Guidebook, The GAAP Guidebook, Accountants’ Guidebook, and Closing the Books: An Accountant’s Guide. He also manages the Accounting Best Practices podcast. Steven has been the CFO or controller of both public and private companies and has been a consulting manager with Ernst & Young and …
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