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Graduate Accounting
Graduate Accounting
2016 Summer Term
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TAX I
ACCOUNT 651
A study of federal income tax laws with emphasis on the individual taxpayer, particularly of employees and sole proprietors. The study includes a review of current proposals, discussion of practical problems in tax planning and practice in the preparation of tax returns.
FINANCIAL STATEMENT ANALYSIS
ACCOUNT 748
This course investigates the role and value of accounting information for users as they make business decisions. It includes a review of the generally accepted accounting principles and assumptions underlying the basic accounting model that generates the financial statements. The course focuses on the interpreting and analyzing financial statements to assess (a) historical trends and patterns, (b) short-term liquidity and long-term solvency, (c) profitability and operating performance, and (d) capital structure and asset utilization. Additional topics include the effects of alternative accounting methods, specialized industry analysis (e.g., banks, insurance, and utilities) and earnings quality and earnings management.
SUSTAINABILITY AND ENVIRONMENTAL REPORTING
ACCOUNT 787
This course provides a comprehensive exploraton of (a) environmental issues at multiple levels and (b) the effects of these issues on business, communities, and consumers. In addition, this course will provide student with an (c) introduction and practical understanding of the broad paradigm of sustainability and provide an (d) in-depth analysis of accounting for the natural environment; e.g., water and other natural resources.
READINGS AND RESEARCH IN ACCOUNTING
ACCOUNT 789
Study of selected contemporary areas in accounting through readings in current research and literature.
PRACTICUM IN PROFESSIONAL ACCOUNTANCY
ACCOUNT 793
This course provides students, under the direction of a faculty advisor, the opportunity to apply their theoretical backgrounds in settings ranging from internships in accounting organizations to other approved activities related to the practice of professional accountancy. A learning contract will be developed by the faculty advisor, professional supervisor (if applicable), and student that clearly delineates the expectations and responsibilities of each party involved in the practicum.