Accounting

Theory and application of the Federal Internal Revenue Code, regulations, revenue rulings, revenue procedures, and cases to individuals and sole proprietorships. Property transactions are covered together with the topics of gross income, deductions from gross income and losses, itemized deductions, losses and bad debts, employee expenses and deferred compensation, depreciation, cost recovery (ACRS and MACRS), depletion, amortization and inventory costs, non-taxable exchanges, section 1231 gains and losses, tax credits, and special tax computation methods.

An in-depth study of cost accounting with a managerial emphasis. Topics include a review of managerial accounting, job-order costing systems, process costing systems, standard costs, cost behavior, direct (variable) costing, joint-product costing systems, cost of by-products, cost allocation methods, and accounting for waste and spoilage.

A detailed study of the conceptual (theoretical) framework of external financial reporting and the financial statements utilized in external reporting (except the statement of cash flows). An in-depth study of certain current and non-current assets and liabilities. Topics include basic theory, the income statement and statement of changes in retained earnings, the balance sheet, time value of money, cash and accounts receivable, inventories, fixed assets and depreciation, intangible assets, and current liabilities.

A continuation of the study of certain current and long-term assets and liabilities begun in ACCT3515. Topics include: long-term liabilities, stockholders' equity, dilutive securities and earnings per share calculations, temporary and long-term investments, and computer spreadsheet applications. Accounting for pensions and post-retirement benefits, leases, statement of cash flows, and full disclosure will also be covered.

An overview of accounting and finance concepts as they pertain to non-profit and governmental entities. This course will focus on preparing fund basis and government-wide statements for state and local governments, preparing financial statements for private not-for-profit organizations, using non-financial performance measures to evaluate governmental and not-for-profit entities, and describing auditing requirements for these entities. Special consideration is given to managerial skills required to sustain and enhance the performance of nonprofit organizations through the accounting processes of reporting, compliance, research, analysis, interpretation and application.

This course is for MAcc students who are taking prerequisite undergraduate accounting courses. This course will familiarize participants with technology, policies, campus services, resources, and course management software. Grade of pass/fail. 

A study of professional ethics, accountants' legal liability, internal control, evidence, reporting, and an introduction to statistical sampling and EDP auditing. Topics include general, field work and reporting standards, as well as selected statements on auditing standards. An audit case is required.

An in-depth study of business combinations and consolidated financial statements from a financial reporting perspective. Topics include theory of business combinations (APBs 16, 17 and 18); accounting for business combinations under the pooling or purchase method, whether a statutory merger, statutory consolidation, acquisition of assets, or acquisition of stock, consolidated financial statements at date of acquisition or subsequent to date of acquisition, and special inter-company transaction eliminations in consolidations.

An online orientation to be completed prior to the start of coursework which outlines the MAcc program and expectations. This course will familiarize participants with technology, policies, campus services, resources, and course management software. Coursework will include the completion of an entrance exam, required forms, and submission of several short assignments. Grade of pass/fail. (See BSNS6000)

Enhances management skills through study of values, attitudes and ethical issues in decision making and its human impact on corporate power. Discussions include the ethical stance and social responsibility found in mission statements and corporate strategy.

Use of financial statements to analyze business profitability, liquidity, solvency, and valuation. Analysis focuses on developing and understanding of a company's operating strategies, industry position, and related economic characteristics.

Upon completion of the core requirements, this final course provides each student with an opportunity to demonstrate competency in Accounting. Students will take an external, nationally-normed, final comprehensive accounting assessment. Students will also engage in a final reflection of their Master of Accountancy experience. Students will be assigned a letter grade for this course.