Focuses on the collecting, processing, and communicating financial information in an organization. An entity's processing cycles are studied. Students receive hands-on experience with manual and computerized accounting applications, including spreadsheets.
Prerequisite(s): Grade of "C-" or better in ACCT 1310 Principles of Accounting I, ACCT 1320 Principles of Accounting II, and BUSAD 1090 Spreadsheet Applications or equivalent.
(Normally offered each spring semester.)
ACCT 1310 Principles of Accounting I (3 hours)
This is an introduction to the basic accounting model and the framework for developing financial statements. The major focus is on the study of generally accepted accounting principles as they apply to the measurement of income and the presentation of a firm's financial position.
(Normally offered each semester.)
ACCT 1320 Principles of Accounting II (3 hours)
The role of accounting in the formation and capitalization of corporations is studied. Other topics include cash flow, analysis and interpretation of financial statements, and basic managerial accounting.
Prerequisite(s): Grade of "C-" or better in ACCT 1310 Principles of Accounting I.
(Normally offered each semester.)
BUSAD 1090 Spreadsheet Applications (1 hour)
Using spreadsheet software, students will be exposed to business files that meet professional standards and learn how to use the software as a tool to accomplish business goals. The following topics will be explored:
- Calculating data through formulas and functions
- Evaluating data
- Presenting information with charts
- Applying spreadsheet skills to business applications
