The following points highlight the top seven methods used for evaluating the investment proposals by a company. The methods are: 1. Payback Period Method 2. Accounting Rate of Return Method 3. Net Present Value Method 4. Internal Rate of Return Method 5. Profitability Index Method 6. Discounted Payback Period Method 7. Adjusted Present Value Method. 1. Payback Period Method: The [...]
After the feasibility studies are carried out, a detailed project report (DPR) is required to be drawn up based on the data and results obtained from the studies. The preparation of the DPR is the final and most important stage of pre-investment phase of project. It is on the basis of the DPR, the Project Investments Board and the Cabinet [...]
In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Meaning of CBA 2. Investment Decisions under CBA 3. Procedure 4. Techniques. Meaning of CBA: CBA is defined as "an analytical tool in decision-making which enables a systematic comparison to be made between the estimated cost of undertaking of project and the estimated value and benefits which may arise from the operation [...]