Taxmann Cracker - Advanced Financial Management Book for CA Final by K.M. Bansal, Anjali Agarwal

Advanced Financial Management | CRACKER with Case Scenarios Based MCQs for—CA Final – Group I | Paper 2 is a meticulously designed study companion to assist CA Final candidates for their upcoming Jan./May 2026 attempts. This book consolidates the nuances of advanced financial concepts— from capital budgeting and portfolio management to complex derivatives and international finance—into a practice-oriented framework. It highlights past exam trends (including the Sept. 2025 exam), integrates sub-topic-wise questions with additional solved practice problems, and provides a dedicated chapter for case scenario-based MCQs.

The Present Publication is the 12^th Edition, authored by CA. (Dr) K.M. Bansal & CA. Anjali Agarwal, with the following noteworthy features:

• [Comprehensive Coverage of Past Exam Questions] Includes questions from recent papers up to Sept. 2025, ensuring students are well-versed in the latest exam patterns
• [Chapter-wise Marks Distribution & Trend Analysis] Gain insight into how chapters have been tested historically, including average marks, to strategise study schedules effectively
• [Sub-topic Wise Arrangement of Questions] Questions are sequenced based on sub-topics, enabling focused practice and clearer concept-building
• [Additional Solved Practice Questions] Beyond past papers, additional problems with detailed solutions enhance both conceptual understanding and problem-solving speed
• [Case Scenario-based MCQs] A dedicated chapter (Chapter 16) with scenario-based questions replicates the evolving exam style that tests application in corporate finance situations
• [Solved Papers (Nov. 2024 & May 2025)] Provides suggested answers and step-by-step solutions to actual past exams, offering clarity on examiner expectations
• [Mapping with ICAI Study Materials] The book maps perfectly with ICAI's study material, ensuring thorough coverage and alignment
• [Chapter-wise Comparison with ICAI Study Material] This enables easy cross-reference for content
• [Ample Practice & Conceptual Clarity] The structured presentation and solved questions fortify a student's grasp of complex topics
• [Tailored for ICAI's Evolving Pattern] Incorporates the latest question trends, including higher weightage on practical aspects, scenario-based learning, and MCQs
• [Enhanced Retention Tools] Each chapter's format and sub-topic approach aids memory retention and quick revision

The structure of the book is as follows:

• Introductory Materials
  • Chapter-wise Marks Distribution & Trend Analysis – Tables and graphs indicating exam significance
  • Previous Exams Trend Analysis – Detailed question breakdown from Nov. 2024 and May 2025 attempts
• Core Chapters
  • Each chapter begins with a synopsis of key concepts
  • Sub-topic Wise Questions – Organised for targeted practice
  • Additional Solved Questions – Expand problem-solving skills beyond previous exams
• Case Scenario-Based MCQs
  • Scenario-driven questions that reflect complex, multi-dimensional business situations
• Solved Past Papers (Nov. 2024 & May 2025)
  • Step-by-step approach detailing how to frame and present answers effectively in exams