This course covers fundamental concepts and procedures of financial and management accounting for business decisions. Financial accounting provides information primarily for external decision makers such as investors, creditors, suppliers, and government agencies. Management accounting serves the needs of managers to fulfill organizational objectives. Case studies will illustrate accounting and ethical issues. Topics include generally accepted accounting principles, international accounting standards, financial accounting procedures, financial reporting, inventory and depreciation methods, and cost analysis.

An advanced core course in strategic accounting which focuses on the interpretation and analysis of accounting information for business decisions. Case studies will be used to illustrate strategic decision processes. International accounting issues will be addressed. Topics include financial statement analysis, cash flow, case studies in budgeting, total quality management, activity-based management, target costing, job-order cost systems, cost allocation methods, and variable costing.

This course begins with an overview of business taxation in the United States, and international tax planning issues. This foundation serves as a basis for the development of business tax strategies for successful competition in the global marketplace. Research and case studies of international tax issues are explored. Topics include tax planning and administration, choice and tax implications of business entities, international tax principles, wealth management, and ethical issues.

This course explores the underlying concepts of financial accounting theory and its application to current accounting practice. Standards of the U.S. Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) and the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) are emphasized. Topics include the conceptual framework of accounting, financial accounting and reporting standards, and the rationale for generally accepted accounting standards. Research into the development of accounting theory is included.

An advanced course in audit theory and practice, covering auditing concepts and procedures, audit research, computer auditing, and Securities Exchange Commission (SEC) audits. Computerized audit problems and case studies illustrate audit concepts and practice.

The course expands students' basic knowledge of Internal Controls, using the COSO framework as a guide. Areas covered are risk assessments, the control environment, control activities, obtaining evidence and testing, conducting interviews and specific reporting requirements. There will be hands-on experience through case work and real-world internal control assessments.

A study of the special features of accounting and financial reporting for governmental and not-for-profit entities including state and local governments, healthcare entities, universities and colleges, public schools, voluntary health and welfare organizations, and other not-for-profit entities.

This course covers the conceptual foundations that accounting builds upon as an information system to analyze, reco rd, summarize and report business activities, the control of the accounting information system, and accounting data analytics. Students are required to complete a variety of applied information systems projects that will give them hands-on experience with enterprise resources planning, internal control over financial reporting, and accounting data analytics and visualization.

The growth of international business has influenced the way business and accounting are conducted in every country. This course prepares students to operate more effectively in a global business environment. Students will develop a sensitivity to the diversity of accounting standards and reporting practices in the global business community. Group projects, research paper, and case discussions included. Recommended for all students interested in international business.

Healthcare institutions, both profit and not-for-profit, are under significant pressure to contain costs and improve the quality of services and products. Today's complex environment places greater emphasis on the financial implications of both managerial and clinical decisions. This course is intended to provide students with an understanding of the principles and theory of both managerial accounting and financial management in healthcare organizations. On completion, students will also have a good overview of the current and historical healthcare financial issues.

This course focuses on federal income tax principles along with current law and practice by concentrating its impact on financial planning. The primary context will be individuals, couples, families, estates, and trusts. It will examine these primary beneficiaries in their role as investors, employees, and business owners. This course is intended to provide coverage of required topics under the current topic list of the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards (CFP).

An advanced-level elective course providing relevant paid employment experience. The objective of the course is to integrate classroom theory and practical work experience for students not fully employed. The student must work full time in an approved work environment for either the fall or spring semester or an equivalent number of hours in the summer.

This course is designed to give students a comprehensive review of the advanced topics in auditing and attestation; the general business environment; regulation, including tax and business law; and financial accounting and reporting. The course is intended for students who plan to pursue a career in public accounting. Students are required to complete CPA exam practice problems according to a rigorous schedule. Instructors will lecture on research methods, contemporary accounting issues, and strategies for passing the CPA exam. A fee is required for a user license for a CPA exam review program.

A comprehensive study of the preparation and use of financial reports for business decisions and the role of accounting standards in the international business community. Activities that may be included in the course are ethical issues in business decision, financial information on the internet, research papers, group projects, class presentations, and computer spreadsheets.

A comprehensive study of the preparation and use of financial reports for business decisions and the role of accounting standards in the international business community. Activities that may be included in the course are ethical issues in business decision, financial information on the internet, research papers, group projects, class presentations, and computer spreadsheets.

A study of the design and use of modern cost management systems. Topics include product costing, activity-based costing and management, profit planning, performance measurement, and strategic decision making and control. Computer applications, a writing component, and group projects included.

A study of the special accounting information needs of the various forms of accounting entities, whether large or small, public or private, profit or nonprofit. Topics include business combinations, multinational corporations, segment reporting, partnership accounting, bankruptcy, and estates and trusts. Computer applications included.

A study of the theory and practice of auditing. The primary focus is on audits of the financial statements performed by independent accountants. Auditing integrates accounting standards and practices, legal liability for public accountants, and ethical expectations as prescribed in the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct, culminating in the examination of audit evidence and preparation of the auditor's report. Computer applications and group projects are included.

A conceptual study of United States federal income taxation. The current income tax code as it relates to individuals, corporations, partnerships, and other taxable entities is introduced. Practical tax problems are reviewed to demonstrate the proper application of the tax code, current issues in tax accounting and tax planning are considered. Computer applications included.