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Marlyn Bank

By Jean Dermine
Published 01 Jan 1987
Reference 1527
Topic Economics & Finance
Industry Banking
Length 8 page(s)
Language English
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Summary

This case explores how to compute the profit of a bank on a product and department basis. The major issues are the division of the bank into profit centres and the allocation of costs and revenues.

Teaching objectives

Discuss techniques and issues in profit evaluation in banking.

Keywords
  • AR1987
  • MARLYN BANK
About the author
Dermine

Jean Dermine

Emeritus Professor of Banking and Finance

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