The aim of this End of Module Assignment is to synthesis these topics together with the opportunity for you to evaluate APPLE INC., in some areas below:
– aspects of how organisations manage their financial decision making.
– risk, capital structures, sources of finance and decisions relating to strategic investment.
– interpretation of financial statements and accounting information systems
Please read carefully and answers all parts of guideline below:
Part a
Critically evaluate the capital structure of Apple Inc. and discuss whether this capital structure is aligned to the Apple’s strategic goals.
For example, does Apple have a greater degree of debt or equity (or its equivalent in the case of not for profit or public sector) and how does this impact upon the gearing of Apple? You should also consider how Apple views risk and return (or its equivalent in the case of not for profit or public sector organisations).
Part b
Critically assess the Apple’s financial performance and its overall approach to managing stakeholders’ expectations. This should include some interpretation of the financial statements and any other information you consider relevant.
Part c
Discuss how the issues you have explained in part a) and b) above might be addressed in terms of improvements or recommendations. How might your recommendations result in more effective financial decision making for Apple Inc.?