Catalog 2023-2024

ACC 680 Contemporary Issues in Accounting

This course applies financial accounting theory to evaluate current and emerging issues relating to accounting constructs, policies, and professional practice. Specifically the course examines how the role of capital markets, compensation practices, debt covenants, and other economic factors influence accounting policy and accounting choices. Cases, research projects, and oral presentations support development of critical thinking and communication skills.

Credits

4

Prerequisite

At least 6 total earned hours in the MSA program

Offered

spring semester.