[Pre-Learning] MBA: ACC 502 – Financial Accounting and Reporting

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About Course

ACC 502 is an advanced course in financial accounting and reporting, designed for graduate students preparing for leadership roles in finance and accounting.

The course provides an in-depth exploration of financial accounting principles and their application in complex business environments.

Emphasis is placed on analyzing and interpreting financial statements within the context of global accounting standards (GAAP and IFRS), corporate governance, and ethical considerations.

Students will engage with advanced topics such as financial reporting for mergers and acquisitions, foreign currency transactions, and the impact of emerging issues like sustainability and environmental reporting.

What Will You Learn?

  • Demonstrate advanced understanding of financial accounting principles and their application in diverse business contexts.
  • Analyze complex financial statements using advanced techniques such as ratio analysis, trend analysis, and segment reporting.
  • Critically assess financial reporting standards, including GAAP and IFRS, and their impact on global business operations.
  • Apply ethical reasoning to financial reporting decisions and evaluate the implications for corporate governance.
  • Explore and articulate the impact of emerging issues such as environmental reporting, sustainability, and technological innovations on financial accounting.

Course Content

Topic 1: Principles of Accounting

  • LO1: Explain the fundamental differences between Foundational and Advanced Financial Accounting Principles
    00:00
  • LO2: Analyze complex Financial Statements to identify elements requiring Advanced treatment
    00:00
  • LO3: Summarize the evolution of Financial Accounting and its relevance in strategic decision-making
    00:00
  • Knowledge Check

Topic 2: Basics of Financial Statements

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