Assurance of Learning: M.S. in Accounting and Business Advisory Services
Mission Statement: The mission of the Master of Science in Accounting and Business Advisory Services program at the Merrick School of Business is to provide students with a rigorous, broad-based education that prepares them for successful careers as accounting professionals.
Consistent with the mission, the program strives to develop the following types of knowledge and skills that according to the AICPA are necessary for entry-level certified public accountants.
Program Learning Goals
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Competency 1: Analytical and Critical Thinking Skills
Learning Objective 1.1: Graduates will understand and apply the regulatory environment surrounding the accounting profession, as it pertains to external reporting.
Learning Objective 1.2: Graduates will use financial analysis to solve business problems and recommend actions that maximize shareholder value.
Learning Objective 1.3: Graduates will evaluate cost and control systems for their effectiveness in measuring performance.
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Competency 2: Research Skills
Learning Objective 2.1: Graduates will use appropriate professional research sources in investigating financial accounting reporting practices.
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Competency 3: Application of Information Systems and Technology
Learning Objective 3.1: Graduates will recommend information technology to support and advance business strategy and operations.
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Competency 4: Ethical Perspective
Learning Objective 4.1: Graduates will identify and analyze ethical dilemmas and recommend appropriate resolutions.
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Competency 5: Effective Communication Skills
Learning Objective 5.1: Graduates will prepare an effective written report, using appropriate data, analysis and conclusions.