Throughout the course attention is called to the limitations and weaknesses of financial statements as a form of communication. Class attendance is expected. Any material covered in class may appear on exams. Homework helps you master the material. It is a learning device and is used extensively as a basis for class discussion.
All assignments are to be completed based on the attached schedule.
For each exam, there will be one or two comprehensive problems to prepare as the take-home portion. These assignments will be given two weeks prior to the date of the exam, and they may include the use of the internet as an information gathering tool. Both exams are mandatory. If a student needs to miss an exam due to medical illness, a doctor's note will be required. No make-up exams will be given .