Principles of Accounting I

The course is the first in a two-part sequence that introduces financial accounting from a user's perspective. It introduces financial statements prepared in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles based on the US Financial Accounting Standards Board's rules. Students will learn about the mechanics and meaning of different forms of accounting and accounting issues related to accruals and assets. They will also study the performance of major New York-based for-profit businesses and not-for-profit organizations as revealed in their financial statements.

Fall

030089