ACC 540 - Advanced Topics in Financial Accounting

Units: 3
This course will focus on contemporary issues in financial accounting such as the convergence of U.S. and international accounting standards, segment and interim reporting requirements, SEC financial reporting, hedging of foreign currency risk, variable interest entities (VIEs), and other current accounting issues as they develop. Students will develop effective writing skills through the use of problems and assignments focused specifically on the writing requirements for accounting professionals.
Grade Type: Letter Grade
Prerequisite(s): Accounting concentration