A study of the technical aspects of accounting, basic accounting procedures, accounting cycle and business transactions. Use of special journals and subsidiary ledgers, standard setting, professional ethics, and an introduction to the use of computerized accounting software.
The development of corporate financial accounting theory and its application to in-depth problems of financial statement account valuation, analysis of working capital, and determination of net income. Also included is a study of the development of accounting concepts and principles.
A continuation of ACC-330, featuring topics such as income measurement and valuation issues related to plant assets, short and long-term liabilities, stockholders' equity and dilutive securities. Related professional literature will be analyzed.
The analysis of cost factors and their relationships to production, emphasizing cost procedures and information systems; standard costs and variance analysis.
A comprehensive interpretation and application of the federal income tax code as it pertains to the determination of taxable income and computation of tax liability for individuals.
A comprehensive interpretation, analysis and application of the federal income tax code as it pertains to the determination of taxable income and tax liability for corporations, partnerships, estates, and trusts.
A study of auditing theory, practices, and procedures encompassing audit objectives, standards, evidence, internal control, professional ethics, and legal responsibility. Related materials of professional importance will be used.
An in-depth endeavor that complements and enhances classroom learning. It is an active participation by students and faculty in the creation, discovery, and examination of knowledge through various methods of inquiry and analysis within the various disciplines of accounting. The project must meet Honors Program thesis requirements as well as expectations of business faculty.
Required Prerequisites
Senior standing in the Honors and/or Teaching Fellows Programs only.
Notes
Completed and signed Research Study Forms must be submitted to the Office of the Registrar.
An in-depth endeavor that complements and enhances classroom learning. It is an active participation by students and faculty in the creation, discovery, and examination of knowledge through various methods of inquiry and analysis within the various disciplines of business. It represents a study or investigation conducted by an undergraduate that makes an intellectual contribution to business. May be repeated for credit for a maximum of six credit hours.
Required Prerequisites
Junior or Senior standing only
Notes
Completed and signed Research Study Forms must be submitted to the Office of the Registrar.