MGA 624LEC - Research in Accounting & Auditing Standards

The objective of this course is to develop students’ skills in performing and communicating accounting and auditing research. To achieve this objective, students will: 1) Learn to apply a step-by-step research process to open-ended accounting and auditing problems; 2) Become familiar with the research databases applicable to different research environments (corporate, governmental, auditing, and international); 3) Become proficient using key research databases, particularly the FASB Codification, eIFRS, and GARS Online (from the GASB); and 4) Improve oral and written communication skills through discussions of accounting issues and written analysis of accounting problems.

Credits: 1.5

Term Typically Offered: Fall