cash conversion

Week 3: Cash Conversion Cycle Analysis – Individual

Content

70%

Points Earned

X/56

Select a multinational company from the following industries:

· Retail

· Pharmaceutical

· Computer Hardware

· Manufacturing

· Automotive

Review the selected company's most recent financial statements and remember to cite your source in the paper below. 

Calculate the following cash conversion cycle ratios based on the financial statements utilizing Microsoft® Excel® as a tool. We will use this figures in the 700 page paper in the identified section below.

· Average inventory

· Inventory turnover rate

· Average account receivable

· Account receivable turnover

· Average collection cycle

Explain in 700 words (word count includes your calculations in section two) the importance of the cash conversion cycle, including:

· Discuss the purpose of the cash conversion cycle and its components.

· Analyze the results obtained in the cash conversion cycle equations (where to use your calculations from Microsoft® Excel®).

· Propose strategies to increase the cash flows of the company under study.

Comments:

Organization and Development

15%

Points Earned

X/12

· The written section includes 700 words related to the cash conversion cycle.

· The paper is clear and organized; major points are supported by details, examples, and analysis.

· The tone aligns with the assignment’s purpose and is geared towards the appropriate audience.

· The paper provides relevant background on the topic.

· The paper is logical, flows, and reviews the major points.

Comments:

Mechanics and Format

15%

Points Earned

X/12

· The assignment file is presentable, functional, and named properly.

· Rules of grammar, usage, and punctuation are followed; spelling is correct.

· The paper, including the title page, reference page, and tables, is consistent with APA guidelines.

· Intellectual property is recognized with in-text citations and supporting references – at least two academic sources are utilized with one being the course textbook. Source financial data is cited/reference properly.

Comments:

Total Percent

100%

Total Earned

X/80 (%)

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