Development of computer applications and formulation of decision information for managerial uses. Use of the computer in projects. First semester covers the current federal revenue code pertaining to individual income taxes. Accounting 261 Fundamentals of cost accounting concepts and practice relating to cost accumulation, control, and analysis for managerial planning and decision making. Specific topics generally include product costing, standards, cost allocation, estimation, budgeting, transfer pricing, and performance evaluation.
Emphasis is on current issues.
Tax planning and research methodology are emphasized. Communication Studies 100C Analysis of the empirical methods commonly applied during communication research. An introduction to the concepts fundamental to the scientific study of communication, including conceptual and operational definitions, sampling, measurement, experimental design, independent and dependent variables, and quantitative data analysis. A theoretical understanding of the nature of public informational and persuasive messages. Will help students develop skill in the creation of such messages for public relations, advertising, public information and related fields.