It is not possible to use standard methods of management in present constantly changing conditions. Enterprises have to apply progressive methods of management. The aim is to enhance the methodical application and formulate practical recommendations for enterprises in the area of cost management.

This paper attempts to contribute to the analysis of links between state aid and competitiveness of manufacturing industries during 1998-2002. Statistical source on subsidies include all subsidies to capital gathered on enterprise level by Czech Statistical Office. The enterprise data have been...