Course Offerings

Fall 2023

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Introduction to Accounting

ACCT 100 - Wedgeworth Graham, Brandi Jane

An introduction to accounting for both internal and external purposes. Students cover the fundamental principles of financial accounting (external) and an introduction to how companies process financial information in order to disclose it to the public. The course also investigates how managers prepare information for internal purposes (managerial accounting). Financial accounting is guided by external requirements, while managerial accounting generally is not.

Introduction to Accounting

ACCT 100 - Reid, Colin D.

An introduction to accounting for both internal and external purposes. Students cover the fundamental principles of financial accounting (external) and an introduction to how companies process financial information in order to disclose it to the public. The course also investigates how managers prepare information for internal purposes (managerial accounting). Financial accounting is guided by external requirements, while managerial accounting generally is not.

Corporate Financial Reporting

ACCT 231 - Boylan, Scott J.

An examination of the principles of financial accounting applied to financial statement presentation and the underlying treatment of cash versus accrual accounting, present-value analysis, earnings per share, investments, and equity.

Strategic Cost Management and Analysis

ACCT 330 - Tanlu, Lloyd J.

This course focuses on the use of cost information in planning and control decisions. Topics include budgeting, performance evaluation, and alternative ways to measure costs to meet different management objectives.

Intermediate Financial Reporting I

ACCT 332 - Fafatas, Stephan A.

An examination of the principles of financial accounting by gathering evidence through the accounting research process as well as exploring revenue recognition, cash, accounts receivable, inventory, and property, plant, and equipment.

Intermediate Financial Reporting II

ACCT 333 - Irani, Afshad J.

An examination of financial reporting issues that cover operating and long-term liabilities, income taxes, pensions, leases, and cash flows. The course also continues using the Accounting Standards Codification to explore accounting questions.

Individual Income Taxation & Financial Planning

ACCT 358 - Rajsky, Iguehi

This course focuses on the tax and non-tax factors to consider when managing personal/family financial affairs. Topics include tax-subsidized savings and investment vehicles, deductions, and credits for individuals and families, executive compensation and fringe benefits, real estate ownership, and intergenerational giving.

Spring 2023

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History Through Accounting

ACCT 280 - Fafatas, Stephan A.

This class explores the development of accounting through the study of historical economic, business, and cultural issues. The course begins by reviewing early evidence of accounting methods as important tools for decision makers and then moves on to the development of financial reporting, with a significant focus on the history of the railroad industry in the U.S. The class combines readings with site visits to libraries, historical societies, and museums to explore the forces that have helped influence change in accounting and financial reporting over time. Through class research assignments students will gain experience working with primary source materials and accounting research databases.

Casino Accounting, Auditing, and Financial Analysis

ACCT 370 - Boylan, Scott J.

This course provides an introduction to financial accounting and auditing in the gaming industry. Topics include the design and implementation of controls over cash, revenue recognition and measurement, accounting for the extension of casino credit , progressive jackpot liabilities, complimentary expenditures, and customer loyalty programs.

Winter 2023

See complete information about these courses in the course offerings database. For more information about a specific course, including course type, schedule and location, click on its title.

Introduction to Accounting

ACCT 100 - Boylan, Scott J.

An introduction to accounting for both internal and external purposes. Students cover the fundamental principles of financial accounting (external) and an introduction to how companies process financial information in order to disclose it to the public. The course also investigates how managers prepare information for internal purposes (managerial accounting). Financial accounting is guided by external requirements, while managerial accounting generally is not.

Introduction to Accounting

ACCT 100 - Fafatas, Stephan A.

An introduction to accounting for both internal and external purposes. Students cover the fundamental principles of financial accounting (external) and an introduction to how companies process financial information in order to disclose it to the public. The course also investigates how managers prepare information for internal purposes (managerial accounting). Financial accounting is guided by external requirements, while managerial accounting generally is not.

Introduction to Accounting

ACCT 100 - Rajsky, Iguehi

An introduction to accounting for both internal and external purposes. Students cover the fundamental principles of financial accounting (external) and an introduction to how companies process financial information in order to disclose it to the public. The course also investigates how managers prepare information for internal purposes (managerial accounting). Financial accounting is guided by external requirements, while managerial accounting generally is not.

Introduction to Accounting

ACCT 100 - Wedgeworth Graham, Brandi Jane

An introduction to accounting for both internal and external purposes. Students cover the fundamental principles of financial accounting (external) and an introduction to how companies process financial information in order to disclose it to the public. The course also investigates how managers prepare information for internal purposes (managerial accounting). Financial accounting is guided by external requirements, while managerial accounting generally is not.

Corporate Financial Reporting

ACCT 231 - Reid, Colin D.

An examination of the principles of financial accounting applied to financial statement presentation and the underlying treatment of cash versus accrual accounting, present-value analysis, earnings per share, investments, and equity.

Sustainability Accounting

ACCT 303 - Hess, Megan F.

This course examines best practices and key debates in sustainability accounting and corporate social responsibility (CSR) reporting. Sustainable business practices meet the needs of the present without compromising the needs of the future. Increasingly, accountants are playing an important role in measuring, reporting, and auditing corporate impacts on society and the environment so that corporations can be held accountable and more sustainable business practices can be implemented.

Strategic Cost Management and Analysis

ACCT 330 - Tanlu, Lloyd J.

This course focuses on the use of cost information in planning and control decisions. Topics include budgeting, performance evaluation, and alternative ways to measure costs to meet different management objectives.

Intermediate Financial Reporting I

ACCT 332 - Fafatas, Stephan A.

An examination of the principles of financial accounting by gathering evidence through the accounting research process as well as exploring revenue recognition, cash, accounts receivable, inventory, and property, plant, and equipment.

Intermediate Financial Reporting I

ACCT 332 - Tanlu, Lloyd J.

An examination of the principles of financial accounting by gathering evidence through the accounting research process as well as exploring revenue recognition, cash, accounts receivable, inventory, and property, plant, and equipment.

Intermediate Financial Reporting II

ACCT 333 - Irani, Afshad J.

An examination of financial reporting issues that cover operating and long-term liabilities, income taxes, pensions, leases, and cash flows. The course also continues using the Accounting Standards Codification to explore accounting questions.

Auditing

ACCT 360 - Hess, Megan F.

This course examines auditing and its role in a market economy. Course content focuses on the market for audit services, audit planning, evidence gathering, and reporting.

Directed Individual Study: Case Study of U.N. Sustainable Development Goals

ACCT 402A - Oliver, Elizabeth G.

The objective is to permit students to follow a course of directed study in some field of accounting not presented in other courses, or to emphasize a particular field of interest.

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance

ACCT 452 - Rajsky, Iguehi

Students prepare federal and state income tax returns for individuals with low to moderate income, persons with disabilities, the elderly, and individuals with limited English proficiency. To accomplish this, students need to be certified by the IRS which involves completing an online course and passing a certification exam.

Honors Thesis

ACCT 493 - Tanlu, Lloyd J.

Development of and production of an Honors Thesis.

Honors Thesis

ACCT 493 - Hess, Megan F.

Development of and production of an Honors Thesis.