ACCT 588 - Contemporary Issues in Accounting

Description:
This course develops a comprehensive understanding of the competencies required of today’s accounting professional. A case-study approach is used. Critical thinking and communication skills (oral and written) are an integral component of this course.

Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: admission to the Master of Professional Accountancy Program.

Credits:
(5)

Learner Outcomes:
Students will be able to:

Identify the significant factors that have changed the Accounting Profession over the past 20 years.
Analyze and review financial and business data by applying the appropriate accounting and business principle and standard to a financial reporting issue.
Evaluate and make recommendations to typical client accounting, tax and/or business valuation issues encountered in professional practice.
Use critical thinking to identify, explore, and evaluate emerging issues and dilemmas in accounting and business.

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
2/20/14