Abstract
M.Ed.
The aim of this dissertation is focused on how the knowledge of accounting concepts effects the financial management of schools. The aim of this research is divergent and contains the following aspects according to Mouton and Marais (1989: 43):
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to gain new insight over an unknown domain;
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to explore central concepts;
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to set priorities for further research.
Overall, the aim of this dissertation is:
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identify those accounting concepts applicable to financial school management;
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discuss these accounting concepts;
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discuss the application and use of these accounting concepts;
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discuss the implication of application of these accounting concepts on financial school management.
Guidelines will be set how accounting concepts can be used in financial school management.