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Principles of Accounting I
ACCT 220 | 3 Credits
Course Desc: An introduction to the basic theory and techniques of contemporary financial accounting. The objective is to identify the fundamental principles of accounting, identify and analyze business transactions, prepare financial statements, and communicate this information to users with different needs. Topics include the accounting cycle, transactions, and the preparation of financial statements for single-owner business organizations that operate as service companies or merchandisers. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: ACCT 220 or BMGT 220.
Principles of Accounting II
ACCT 221 | 3 Credits
Course Desc: Prerequisite: ACCT 220. Further study of contemporary accounting practices, with an emphasis on financial and managerial accounting. The goal is to identify and analyze business transactions, define the characteristics of business entities, identify the interdependency of financial statements, employ managerial accounting techniques, and communicate this information to users with different needs. Financial accounting topics include liabilities, equities, investments, and business entities. Managerial accounting topics include job order and process costing, cost-volume-profit analysis, and budgets. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: ACCT 221 or BMGT 221.
Accounting for Nonaccounting Managers
ACCT 301 | 3 Credits
Course Desc: (May not be applied toward a major in accounting.) A survey of accounting principles relevant in making business decisions on the basis of financial information. The aim is to apply critical thinking skills and ethical principles to accounting issues. Topics include internal controls, financial reporting, analysis of financial statements, and elements of managerial accounting and budgeting. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: ACCT 301, MGMT 301, or MGST 301.
Intermediate Accounting I
ACCT 310 | 3 Credits
Course Desc: (Students should be cautious about enrolling in ACCT 310 or ACCT 311. These are professional courses requiring intensive study and analysis and are not to be undertaken casually. Students who have not taken ACCT 221 within the last two years may have difficulty.) Prerequisite: ACCT 221. A comprehensive analysis of financial accounting topics related to preparing financial statements for external reporting. The objective is to identify and analyze complex business transactions and their impact on financial statements. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: ACCT 310 or BMGT 310.
Intermediate Accounting II
ACCT 311 | 3 Credits
Course Desc: (A continuation of ACCT 310. Students should be cautious about enrolling in ACCT 310 or ACCT 311. These are professional courses requiring intensive study and analysis and are not to be undertaken casually. Students who have not taken ACCT 310 within the last two years may have difficulty.) Prerequisite: ACCT 310. A comprehensive analysis of financial accounting topics, including preparation of financial statements and external reports. The aim is to identify and analyze complex business transactions and their impact on financial statements. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: ACCT 311 or BMGT 311.
Fraud Detection and Deterrence
ACCT 320 | 3 Credits
Course Desc: Prerequisite: ACCT 220 or ACCT 301. A study of the principles behind and standards for examining, identifying, detecting, and deterring fraud. The objective is to differentiate types of fraud, assess organizational characteristics conducive to fraud, and develop a plan to detect and deter fraud. Topics include the fraud triangle, cash larceny, check tampering, skimming, register disbursement schemes, cash receipts schemes, billing schemes, payroll and expense reimbursement issues, asset misappropriations, corruption, accounting principles and fraud, fraudulent financial statements, whistleblowing, interviewing witnesses, and writing reports.
Cost Accounting
ACCT 321 | 3 Credits
Course Desc: Prerequisite: ACCT 221. A study of basic cost accounting concepts. The goal is to apply basic cost accounting concepts, use technology to prepare financial deliverables, evaluate business and financial data, and communicate financial information. Topics include the evaluation of business and financial data to make profit-maximizing decisions, ethics, and corporate social responsibility. Discussion also covers the role of accountants in decision making; cost behavior; cost planning and control; and costing methods, such as standard costing, budgeting, and inventory valuation. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: ACCT 321 or BMGT 321.
Federal Income Tax I
ACCT 323 | 3 Credits
Course Desc: Prerequisite: ACCT 220. Recommended: ACCT 310 and ACCT 311. A study of federal income tax for individuals and other entities. The objective is to identify the legislative process, conduct tax research, evaluate tax implications, and complete an individual tax return. Topics include the legislative process, tax policy, research, and the evaluation of transactions and decisions for planning and compliance. Emphasis is on ethics and professional responsibilities. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: ACCT 323 or BMGT 323.
Accounting Information Systems
ACCT 326 | 3 Credits
Course Desc: Prerequisite: ACCT 221. An introduction to accounting information systems (AIS) concepts. The objective is to evaluate how AIS tools are used to record, process, and analyze financial data; determine how best to integrate AIS tools and processes in a given organization; review and recommend controls to secure AIS applications and processes; and evaluate how technology can be used in AIS applications. Topics include transactional processing concepts and core AIS transactional cycles; basic control frameworks used to secure AIS applications and processes; strategies for implementing or upgrading AIS applications; information technology and accounting standards; and e-commerce and e-business. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: ACCT 326, BMGT 320, and BMGT 326.
Federal Financial Management
ACCT 350 | 3 Credits
Course Desc: Prerequisite: ACCT 220 or ACCT 301. Analysis and discussion of issues relating to federal financial management. The goal is to apply knowledge of the federal process to accounting practice, administer federal grants and contracts, and research federal laws and regulations. Topics include the CFO Act, the federal budget, federal contracts and grants, and federal financial and information systems. Discussion also covers detection and deterrence of fraud, waste, and abuse.
Accounting for Government and Not-for-Profit Organizations
ACCT 410 | 3 Credits
Course Desc: Prerequisite: ACCT 310. An introduction to the theory and practice of accounting as applied to governmental entities and not-for-profit organizations. The objective is to evaluate transactions, prepare and analyze financial statements, write financial briefings, and apply accounting rules and procedures. Topics include the evaluation and preparation of reports required for governmental and not-for-profit entities. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: ACCT 410 or BMGT 410.
Ethics and Professionalism in Accounting
ACCT 411 | 3 Credits
Course Desc: Prerequisite: ACCT 311. An examination of the importance of ethical behavior in organizations and for the accounting and auditing professions. The goal is to identify ethical dilemmas, research regulations, and apply problem-solving methodology to resolve unethical situations. Discussion covers the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and the ethical codes and requirements of other standard-setting organizations. Corporate governance and legal and regulatory obligations are explored within an ethical framework. Issues related to accounting ethics and professionalism are examined and analyzed using philosophical models and ethical theories.
Federal Income Tax II
ACCT 417 | 3 Credits
Course Desc: (Strongly recommended for students seeking careers as CPAs.) Prerequisites: ACCT 311 and ACCT 323. A continuing study of federal income taxation as applied to different business entities, including corporations, flow-through entities, estates, and trusts. The aim is to analyze tax planning and compliance issues, conduct tax research, analyze and define tax implications, and evaluate and communicate tax implications. Discussion covers tax research, planning, procedure, compliance, ethics, and professional responsibility. Topics also include the tax implications of financial and business decisions and transactions for various entities. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: ACCT 417 or BMGT 417.
Auditing Theory and Practice
ACCT 422 | 3 Credits
Course Desc: Prerequisite: ACCT 311. Recommended: ACCT 326. A study of the auditing profession, audit process, and other assurance and nonassurance services related to the CPA profession. The objective is to design an audit plan, apply audit procedures, evaluate audit findings, and assess the impact of standards and emerging issues. Topics include generally accepted auditing standards, tests of controls and substantive tests, statistical sampling, report forms, and opinions. Various techniques are used to study auditing concepts and practices; these may include the use of problem sets, case studies, computer applications, and other materials. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: ACCT 422 or BMGT 422.
Advanced Accounting
ACCT 424 | 3 Credits
Course Desc: Prerequisite: ACCT 311. Recommended: ACCT 326. A study of advanced accounting theory, applied to specialized topics and contemporary problems. The aim is to prepare, present, and explain financial statements in five sectors--consolidated, international, partnership, not-for-profit, and state and local governments-- and analyze a firm's dissolution or reorganization. Emphasis is on consolidated statements and partnership accounting. Various techniques are used to study accounting theory and practice; these may include the use of problem sets, case studies, computer applications, and other materials. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: ACCT 424 or BMGT 424.
International Accounting
ACCT 425 | 3 Credits
Course Desc: Prerequisite: ACCT 311. A study of accounting in a multinational context. Discussion covers the historical development and current status of international financial reporting standards. The goal is to recognize the influence of politics and culture on the development of accounting systems, prepare financial statements according to international financial reporting standards, and analyze the financial statements of a multinational enterprise. Strategies to manage and hedge against foreign currency exposure are developed. Topics include evolving international accounting and reporting standards, foreign exchange and taxation, intercompany transfer pricing, and emerging issues in international accounting. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: ACCT 425 and ACCT 498A.
Internal Auditing
ACCT 436 | 3 Credits
Course Desc: (Designed to align with the standards of the Institute of Internal Auditors and help prepare for the Certified Internal Auditor examination.) Prerequisite: ACCT 311. An exploration of the role of internal auditing and its consultative role in the management of risk. The aim is to identify the professional and ethical standards that apply to internal auditors; design, plan, and apply audit procedures; assess the impact of emerging issues and trends; and identify internal control deficiencies. Topics include internal auditing standards, scope, responsibilities, ethics, controls, techniques, and reporting practices. Practice in PC-based software such as ACL and IDEA is provided. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: ACCT 436, ACCT 498E, or BMGT 498E.
Fraud and Forensic Accounting
ACCT 438 | 3 Credits
Course Desc: Prerequisite: ACCT 311. An analysis and discussion of issues relating to fraud and forensic accounting. The objective is to identify the resources for detecting fraud, evaluate the conditions that encourage fraud, and design effective fraud detection and prevention plans. Focus is on the perspectives of public, internal, and private accountants. Discussion covers the principles and standards for proactive and reactive investigation, as well as detection and control of fraud.
Forensic and Investigative Accounting
ACCT 440 | 3 Credits
Course Desc: Prerequisite: ACCT 320 or ACCT 438. An analysis and discussion of issues relating to forensic and investigative accounting. The goal is to research and describe the use of forensic accounting evidence, identify the role of the forensic accountant, apply investigative and forensic accounting practices, and present forensic accounting evidence as an expert witness. Forensic and investigative methods, including use of auditing and technology, are demonstrated. Topics include criminal and civil litigation support, rules of evidence, and accreditation of expert witnesses.
Federal Auditing
ACCT 452 | 3 Credits
Course Desc: Prerequisite: ACCT 221. Recommended: ACCT 422 or ACCT 436. An overview of the federal auditing life cycle. The objective is to plan, manage, and execute a federal audit; identify and evaluate program and financial risks; and identify and recommend enhancements to operations and technology. Topics include planning and executing a federal audit, communicating audit findings to stakeholders, providing advisory support, evaluating program and financial risks, identifying enhancements to technology, maximizing economy and efficiency through the audit process, and minimizing fraud waste and abuse. Discussion also covers the auditing of grants and contracts.