Includes bibliographical references Cruz, E. A. (1984). A manual on quick productivity appraisal (QPA). Pasig, Metro Manila, Philippines: Productivity and Development Center, Development Academy of the Philippines.

Introduction -- What is QPA? -- What is CPA? -- What is the rationale behind profitability and productivity rations? -- How is CPA conducted? -- What are the profitability ratios? -- How are profitability trends evaluated? -- What are the productivity ratios? -- How are productivity trends evaluated? -- What limitations does CPA have? -- Case 1: Araro Marketing Co. Inc. -- Case 2: Hebi Construction Co. Inc. -- Case 3: Effective Pharmaceutical Corp. -- Case 4: Maporma Garments Mfg. Co., Inc. -- Case 5: Gayuma Beverages Corp.