This book is written for aspiring balance sheet accountants who are about to take the "Financial Management" exam. It provides a clear, concise guide for optimal exam preparation and is specifically tailored to the unique nature of the exam tasks. It includes all necessary learning content and is structured in a modular format. Numerous examples illustrate the teaching text. Each learning unit concludes with review questions and solutions to reinforce and deepen the material learned. Five sample exams (with solutions) in the style of the original exam offer a training opportunity in exam mode. The book is also well-suited for bachelor's and university students as an introduction to financial management. The fourth edition has been thoroughly revised and updated.