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The Maanagement Case Study combines E2, P2, and F2 into one scenario-based exam. You'll take on the role of a finance manager and apply your knowledge to real business situations.

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Report - ZBB approach, outsourcing and relevant and irrelevant cost

1) ZBB approach for Goods Inwards and Handling function

First, ZBB is a budget model with a zero starting point. This method is a non-conventional system, because the company needs resources invest and time to implement. For Goods Inwards and Handling department could be an efficient budget because as we can see, the budget is not sufficient for this department.

My recommendation is to follow the next steps in order to implement the ZBB budget:

• Identify the main areas from Goods Inward and Handling (by example: people from the department, machine used, etc). As you mentioned, we have only two handling carts and two operatives. We can start from what we have and to identify what we need (it's a zero based budget, from where the history is not considered)

• Allocate the cost for our needs in goods inward and handling (the cost for the people we need, the cost of machines and the maintenance cost for this equipment).

• Implement an approval process (because we start from zero, no history, now we can implement an approval process for all the budgeting expenses).

2) Advantages and disadvantages of outsourcing ski base grinding and finishing process - rather than in-house

Outsourcing is a modern approach, especially for the large company who want to explore the possibility of outsourcing functions in order to increase the efficiency.

To be more clear we have the following advantages:

• Management (Diego and also James, Leigh from Assembly and Finishing) can focus on strategic parts not into day-to-day operational tasks

• For long term perspective, the cost can be an advantage, because the labour using in outsourcing can be different by in-house approach

• We can negotiate every time the contractual terms with suppliers (conditions, change of supplier). So we are not stuck with only one possibility

But also we have disadvantages:

• Once we choose to go with outsourcing, it's difficult then to come back to in-house.

• In Grinding we focus on quality (by example, excess resin is cut away, etc). If we use outsourcing, we need to be aware of quality issues that can occur if the suppliers do not meet the quality criteria

• Even we said as advantage that Diego, James, Leigh, etc, can focus on strategic parts, but can be risk of control (because the day-to-day operational tasks run actually the business)

3) Relevant and irrelevant costs

Bamboo & Maple wood cores: relevant cost. Here we need to have a split → what is out of stock (it only the purchasing price) → what is in stock (relevant costs is replacement cost and NRV). In this situation, we have 800 kg in stock, this needs to be evaluated at selling price - 30 $/kg = 90 x 30 $ = 2,700 $. 65 $ / kg is used only if we don't have on stock and need to additional purchase.

Composites & materials: not relevant for standard cost if we use in current production. For relevant cost we need to take into consideration the rising in price and if is an incremental cost (additional to our production) then is a relevant cost. 38,000 $

Direct labour: if we have spare capacity the relevant cost is zero. In this situation we don't have spare capacity (the people need overtime to fulfill the order and in this case the relevant cost will be the overtime required). In this situation: 40% will be a premium overtime from 30% from this order.

Total production overheads: 54,000 included fixed and variable. In relevant cost we don't need to consider fixed overheads who normally occurs.

Additional costs: relevant cost = 20,000 only.

Subtask A: ZBB Approach (36% = 9 marks) 3/9 marks

Theme: Application of zero-based budgeting methodology to improve operational efficiency in the Goods Inwards and Handling function

Strengths:

Correctly identifies ZBB as starting from zero base
Mentions the need to identify main areas and resources
Recognizes the implementation of approval processes
Acknowledges current resources (two carts, two operatives)

Areas for Improvement:

Could have explained the specific ZBB steps more systematically: (1) define decision units, (2) analyze each decision unit, (3) rank decision packages, (4) allocate resources. This would demonstrate better understanding of ZBB methodology
Could have identified specific decision packages for this function (e.g., basic manual handling, semi-automated handling, fully automated handling) to show practical application
Could have discussed how ZBB would help justify additional automated equipment for heavier materials like bamboo/maple planks to demonstrate commercial understanding
Could have mentioned cost-benefit analysis of different service levels to show analytical thinking

Structure and Clarity: Basic structure present but lacks systematic approach.

Commercial Acumen: Limited demonstration of understanding how ZBB addresses the production delays and idle time issues. Missed opportunity to link ZBB benefits to operational efficiency improvements.

Subtask B: Outsourcing Analysis (28% = 7 marks) 4/7 marks

Theme: Evaluation of outsourcing ski base grinding and finishing process versus in-house operations

Strengths:

Identifies key advantages: management focus on strategy, potential cost benefits, contractual flexibility
Recognizes important disadvantages: difficulty reversing decision, quality control risks, loss of operational control
Shows understanding of quality importance in grinding process

Areas for Improvement:

Could have mentioned specific financial advantages such as avoiding capital investment in grinding equipment to demonstrate cost awareness
Could have discussed capacity utilization benefits - freeing up internal capacity for core activities
Could have mentioned risk diversification and access to specialist expertise as key advantages
Could have identified dependency risks and potential supply chain disruptions as disadvantages
Could have considered the impact on employee morale and potential redundancies

Structure and Clarity: Clear structure with advantages and disadvantages separated.

Commercial Acumen: Shows basic understanding of strategic vs operational focus. Demonstrates awareness of quality control importance in manufacturing. Limited consideration of financial and operational implications.

Subtask C: Relevant Costs Analysis (36% = 9 marks) 5/9 marks

Theme: Classification of costs as relevant or irrelevant for the retail order decision

Strengths:

Correctly identifies opportunity cost concept for existing inventory (R$30/kg selling price)
Recognizes overtime premium as relevant cost
Understands that fixed overheads should be excluded from relevant costs
Correctly identifies R$20,000 lease cost as relevant

Areas for Improvement:

Could have been more systematic in your analysis - clearly stating 'relevant' or 'irrelevant' for each cost item
Could have explained that the R$7,000 travel costs are sunk costs and therefore irrelevant to demonstrate understanding
Your calculation for bamboo/maple cores is incorrect (90kg × R$30 = R$2,700, not $2,700) and you should clarify the currency
Could have calculated the overtime premium more precisely (30% of R$32,000 × 40% = R$3,840) to show detailed analysis
Could have stated that composites are relevant at current market prices due to price increases
Could have mentioned that variable overhead portion is relevant while fixed portion is not

Structure and Clarity: Attempts systematic approach by cost category. Calculations are present but some are unclear or incorrect.

Commercial Acumen: Shows understanding of opportunity cost and incremental cost concepts. Demonstrates awareness of capacity constraints and overtime implications. Good grasp of fixed vs variable cost distinction.

Total Score 12/25

Overall Assessment

Your answer demonstrates foundational knowledge of zero-based budgeting, outsourcing considerations, and relevant costing principles. You correctly identified ZBB as starting from a zero base, recognized strategic benefits and quality risks in outsourcing, and showed good understanding of opportunity costs and incremental costing.

However, your performance fell short of the passing threshold primarily due to insufficient depth and practical application. In the ZBB section, you needed to systematically explain the four-step process and develop specific decision packages. Your outsourcing analysis missed critical financial factors. The relevant costing section showed promise but lacked precision in calculations.

Personalised Improvement Plan

Master budgeting techniques systematically: For ZBB, always work through the four-step framework (define decision units → analyze alternatives → rank packages → allocate resources) and develop at least 2-3 concrete decision packages showing different service levels with associated costs and benefits.
Develop structured analytical frameworks: When evaluating strategic decisions like outsourcing, use a balanced approach covering financial factors (capital investment, cost savings, capacity utilization), operational factors (quality control, flexibility, lead times), and strategic risks (dependency, reversibility, supplier reliability).
Strengthen relevant costing precision: Create a systematic table for each cost item clearly stating 'Relevant' or 'Irrelevant' with supporting calculations. Always identify sunk costs explicitly, distinguish between opportunity costs and incremental costs, and show detailed working for overtime premiums and inventory valuations.
Improve technical accuracy in calculations: Double-check all numerical work, ensure currency consistency, and present calculations in a clear step-by-step format. For the bamboo example, you needed to show: Relevant cost = 90kg × R$30 opportunity cost = R$2,700 (not $2,700).
Link theory to scenario context: Always connect technical concepts back to the specific business situation. For example, explain how ZBB decision packages would address Diogo's concerns about component flow delays, or how outsourcing impacts the quality focus mentioned in the grinding process.

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Our mock tests are unique. We start with sets of 2 questions each (1.5 hours) so you get used to the pattern and learn from mistakes. Your answers are marked and returned with corrections, then you receive another set. This process repeats until you're writing full 3-hour mock exams just like the real thing. We create a platform for you to learn progressively, not just test you.

Live cohort classes typically run for 10-11 sessions. Feb 2026 cohort begins in December 2025, and May 2026 cohort begins in March 2026. You'll receive the exact schedule upon enrollment.

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The On Demand pack includes 15 timed, exam-style mock questions, all professionally marked with detailed feedback within 24-48 hours. You'll also receive suggested/model answers for each question.

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