Written for the scientist or engineer who is moving from a technical to supervisory role, which will require knowledge and understanding of the financial and economic facets of the business. --- This is not a book on theory, but on actual practice. Specially formulated, step-by-step instructions enable you to quickly grasp and apply each technique, no matter how little prior managerial experience you may have. --- Covers capital cost estimation, project financing, capital budgeting, uncertainty analysis, operating expense estimation, financial report preparation and analysis, cash flow, investment decision making and feasibility analysis.