I. Description
Knowledge and understanding of accounting is an essential requirement for successful management. The wide range of units offered by the Department of Accounting caters for aspirants seeking success in the accounting profession and also others, majoring in related disciplines, seeking to be competent users of accounting reports.
The major includes units that concentrate attention on the preparation and audit of financial reports for managers, owners and other interested parties.
II. Learning Objectives
An Associate in Accounting prepares you to measure and report the financial events of an individual or entity. Additionally, it teaches you to understand the elements of the audit process, analyze financial statements, and apply accounting information to management-level decisions.
III. Learning Outcomes
Students graduated from the program will be expected to have knowledge and practical skills in:
- recognizing and understanding ethical issues related to the accounting profession.
- preparing financial statements in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
- employing critical thinking skills to analyze financial data as well as the effects of differing financial accounting methods on the financial statements.
- effectively defining the needs of the various users of accounting data and demonstrate the ability to communicate such data effectively, as well as the ability to provide knowledgeable recommendations.
- recognizing circumstances providing for increased exposure to fraud and define preventative internal control measures.
- demonstrating an understanding of current auditing standards and acceptable practices, as well as the impact of audit risk on the engagement.
