Principles emphasized include analysis of audience, organization of ideas, clarity and conciseness of presentation, and correct grammar. Formats include memos, research reports, business letters, and other types of written communications used by accountants in practice. Nature, control, and audit of computer-based accounting information systems. This course will cover the theory of taxation and current topics in taxation. The objective is to provide insight into the structure of the tax system as well as to inform students of recent major changes in the tax law and procedure.
Emphasis is placed on the integration of concepts through the use of comprehensive case problems.
Guided individual research in accounting, including research methodology. A study of information systems concepts and applications. Case studies will provide the student an opportunity to relate systems concepts to the actual problems encountered in the analysis, design, implementation, and use of computer-based information systems. Reading and research in a topic in the field of accountancy. Advanced tax problems considered in seminar.