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2026 Spring: January 7 - June 23

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ACCT 605 Accounting for Managers (3)
(For MBA students only.) A fundamental study of financial accounting and how it is used in managerial decision-making. Discussion covers financial statements, cost behavior, budgeting, performance measurement, and control systems. The objective is to use cost-volume-profit analysis to make pricing and product mix decisions and to create and analyze budgets, which are essential tools for planning and controlling business activities. Topics include the process of developing a budget and ways to evaluate performance against budgeted expectations. Emphasis is on developing the ability to think critically about accounting information and its use in managerial decision-making. Activities provide practical experience in financial statement analysis, cost behavior analysis, budgeting, and performance measurement.
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3652 9040 07 Jan 2026-03 Mar 2026 Open Online
Faculty: Schweitzer, Brandon L. Syllabus Course Materials
ACCT 605 Accounting for Managers (3)
(For MBA students only.) A fundamental study of financial accounting and how it is used in managerial decision-making. Discussion covers financial statements, cost behavior, budgeting, performance measurement, and control systems. The objective is to use cost-volume-profit analysis to make pricing and product mix decisions and to create and analyze budgets, which are essential tools for planning and controlling business activities. Topics include the process of developing a budget and ways to evaluate performance against budgeted expectations. Emphasis is on developing the ability to think critically about accounting information and its use in managerial decision-making. Activities provide practical experience in financial statement analysis, cost behavior analysis, budgeting, and performance measurement.
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3748 9041 07 Jan 2026-03 Mar 2026 Open Online
Faculty: Mitchell, Daniel C Syllabus Course Materials
ACCT 605 Accounting for Managers (3)
(For MBA students only.) A fundamental study of financial accounting and how it is used in managerial decision-making. Discussion covers financial statements, cost behavior, budgeting, performance measurement, and control systems. The objective is to use cost-volume-profit analysis to make pricing and product mix decisions and to create and analyze budgets, which are essential tools for planning and controlling business activities. Topics include the process of developing a budget and ways to evaluate performance against budgeted expectations. Emphasis is on developing the ability to think critically about accounting information and its use in managerial decision-making. Activities provide practical experience in financial statement analysis, cost behavior analysis, budgeting, and performance measurement.
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3769 9042 07 Jan 2026-03 Mar 2026 Closed Online
Faculty: Holmen, Jay S Syllabus Course Materials
ACCT 605 Accounting for Managers (3)
(For MBA students only.) A fundamental study of financial accounting and how it is used in managerial decision-making. Discussion covers financial statements, cost behavior, budgeting, performance measurement, and control systems. The objective is to use cost-volume-profit analysis to make pricing and product mix decisions and to create and analyze budgets, which are essential tools for planning and controlling business activities. Topics include the process of developing a budget and ways to evaluate performance against budgeted expectations. Emphasis is on developing the ability to think critically about accounting information and its use in managerial decision-making. Activities provide practical experience in financial statement analysis, cost behavior analysis, budgeting, and performance measurement.
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3786 9043 07 Jan 2026-03 Mar 2026 Open Online
Faculty: Callahan, Caryl A Syllabus Course Materials
ACCT 605 Accounting for Managers (3)
(For MBA students only.) A fundamental study of financial accounting and how it is used in managerial decision-making. Discussion covers financial statements, cost behavior, budgeting, performance measurement, and control systems. The objective is to use cost-volume-profit analysis to make pricing and product mix decisions and to create and analyze budgets, which are essential tools for planning and controlling business activities. Topics include the process of developing a budget and ways to evaluate performance against budgeted expectations. Emphasis is on developing the ability to think critically about accounting information and its use in managerial decision-making. Activities provide practical experience in financial statement analysis, cost behavior analysis, budgeting, and performance measurement.
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3805 9044 07 Jan 2026-03 Mar 2026 Open Online
Faculty: Botes, Vida L Syllabus Course Materials
ACCT 605 Accounting for Managers (3)
(For MBA students only.) A fundamental study of financial accounting and how it is used in managerial decision-making. Discussion covers financial statements, cost behavior, budgeting, performance measurement, and control systems. The objective is to use cost-volume-profit analysis to make pricing and product mix decisions and to create and analyze budgets, which are essential tools for planning and controlling business activities. Topics include the process of developing a budget and ways to evaluate performance against budgeted expectations. Emphasis is on developing the ability to think critically about accounting information and its use in managerial decision-making. Activities provide practical experience in financial statement analysis, cost behavior analysis, budgeting, and performance measurement.
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3819 9045 07 Jan 2026-03 Mar 2026 Open Online
Faculty: Evanchik, Michael A Syllabus Course Materials
ACCT 605 Accounting for Managers (3)
(For MBA students only.) A fundamental study of financial accounting and how it is used in managerial decision-making. Discussion covers financial statements, cost behavior, budgeting, performance measurement, and control systems. The objective is to use cost-volume-profit analysis to make pricing and product mix decisions and to create and analyze budgets, which are essential tools for planning and controlling business activities. Topics include the process of developing a budget and ways to evaluate performance against budgeted expectations. Emphasis is on developing the ability to think critically about accounting information and its use in managerial decision-making. Activities provide practical experience in financial statement analysis, cost behavior analysis, budgeting, and performance measurement.
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3859 9046 07 Jan 2026-03 Mar 2026 Open Online
Faculty: Ma, Jianyu Syllabus Course Materials
ACCT 605 Accounting for Managers (3)
(For MBA students only.) A fundamental study of financial accounting and how it is used in managerial decision-making. Discussion covers financial statements, cost behavior, budgeting, performance measurement, and control systems. The objective is to use cost-volume-profit analysis to make pricing and product mix decisions and to create and analyze budgets, which are essential tools for planning and controlling business activities. Topics include the process of developing a budget and ways to evaluate performance against budgeted expectations. Emphasis is on developing the ability to think critically about accounting information and its use in managerial decision-making. Activities provide practical experience in financial statement analysis, cost behavior analysis, budgeting, and performance measurement.
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3890 9047 07 Jan 2026-03 Mar 2026 Open Online
Faculty: Ben-Mohamed, Abdel-Kader Syllabus Course Materials
ACCT 605 Accounting for Managers (3)
(For MBA students only.) A fundamental study of financial accounting and how it is used in managerial decision-making. Discussion covers financial statements, cost behavior, budgeting, performance measurement, and control systems. The objective is to use cost-volume-profit analysis to make pricing and product mix decisions and to create and analyze budgets, which are essential tools for planning and controlling business activities. Topics include the process of developing a budget and ways to evaluate performance against budgeted expectations. Emphasis is on developing the ability to think critically about accounting information and its use in managerial decision-making. Activities provide practical experience in financial statement analysis, cost behavior analysis, budgeting, and performance measurement.
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4055 9048 07 Jan 2026-03 Mar 2026 Open Online
Faculty: Nezerwe, Yvan Syllabus Course Materials
ACCT 605 Accounting for Managers (3)
(For MBA students only.) A fundamental study of financial accounting and how it is used in managerial decision-making. Discussion covers financial statements, cost behavior, budgeting, performance measurement, and control systems. The objective is to use cost-volume-profit analysis to make pricing and product mix decisions and to create and analyze budgets, which are essential tools for planning and controlling business activities. Topics include the process of developing a budget and ways to evaluate performance against budgeted expectations. Emphasis is on developing the ability to think critically about accounting information and its use in managerial decision-making. Activities provide practical experience in financial statement analysis, cost behavior analysis, budgeting, and performance measurement.
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6683 9080 11 Mar 2026-05 May 2026 Open Online
Faculty: Schweitzer, Brandon L. Syllabus Course Materials
ACCT 605 Accounting for Managers (3)
(For MBA students only.) A fundamental study of financial accounting and how it is used in managerial decision-making. Discussion covers financial statements, cost behavior, budgeting, performance measurement, and control systems. The objective is to use cost-volume-profit analysis to make pricing and product mix decisions and to create and analyze budgets, which are essential tools for planning and controlling business activities. Topics include the process of developing a budget and ways to evaluate performance against budgeted expectations. Emphasis is on developing the ability to think critically about accounting information and its use in managerial decision-making. Activities provide practical experience in financial statement analysis, cost behavior analysis, budgeting, and performance measurement.
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6821 9081 11 Mar 2026-05 May 2026 Closed Online
Faculty: Mitchell, Daniel C Syllabus Course Materials
ACCT 605 Accounting for Managers (3)
(For MBA students only.) A fundamental study of financial accounting and how it is used in managerial decision-making. Discussion covers financial statements, cost behavior, budgeting, performance measurement, and control systems. The objective is to use cost-volume-profit analysis to make pricing and product mix decisions and to create and analyze budgets, which are essential tools for planning and controlling business activities. Topics include the process of developing a budget and ways to evaluate performance against budgeted expectations. Emphasis is on developing the ability to think critically about accounting information and its use in managerial decision-making. Activities provide practical experience in financial statement analysis, cost behavior analysis, budgeting, and performance measurement.
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6840 9082 11 Mar 2026-05 May 2026 Closed Online
Faculty: Callahan, Caryl A Syllabus Course Materials
ACCT 605 Accounting for Managers (3)
(For MBA students only.) A fundamental study of financial accounting and how it is used in managerial decision-making. Discussion covers financial statements, cost behavior, budgeting, performance measurement, and control systems. The objective is to use cost-volume-profit analysis to make pricing and product mix decisions and to create and analyze budgets, which are essential tools for planning and controlling business activities. Topics include the process of developing a budget and ways to evaluate performance against budgeted expectations. Emphasis is on developing the ability to think critically about accounting information and its use in managerial decision-making. Activities provide practical experience in financial statement analysis, cost behavior analysis, budgeting, and performance measurement.
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6873 9083 11 Mar 2026-05 May 2026 Open Online
Faculty: Holmen, Jay S Syllabus Course Materials
ACCT 605 Accounting for Managers (3)
(For MBA students only.) A fundamental study of financial accounting and how it is used in managerial decision-making. Discussion covers financial statements, cost behavior, budgeting, performance measurement, and control systems. The objective is to use cost-volume-profit analysis to make pricing and product mix decisions and to create and analyze budgets, which are essential tools for planning and controlling business activities. Topics include the process of developing a budget and ways to evaluate performance against budgeted expectations. Emphasis is on developing the ability to think critically about accounting information and its use in managerial decision-making. Activities provide practical experience in financial statement analysis, cost behavior analysis, budgeting, and performance measurement.
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6925 9084 11 Mar 2026-05 May 2026 Open Online
Faculty: Evanchik, Michael A Syllabus Course Materials
ACCT 605 Accounting for Managers (3)
(For MBA students only.) A fundamental study of financial accounting and how it is used in managerial decision-making. Discussion covers financial statements, cost behavior, budgeting, performance measurement, and control systems. The objective is to use cost-volume-profit analysis to make pricing and product mix decisions and to create and analyze budgets, which are essential tools for planning and controlling business activities. Topics include the process of developing a budget and ways to evaluate performance against budgeted expectations. Emphasis is on developing the ability to think critically about accounting information and its use in managerial decision-making. Activities provide practical experience in financial statement analysis, cost behavior analysis, budgeting, and performance measurement.
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6983 9085 11 Mar 2026-05 May 2026 Open Online
Faculty: Botes, Vida L Syllabus Course Materials
ACCT 605 Accounting for Managers (3)
(For MBA students only.) A fundamental study of financial accounting and how it is used in managerial decision-making. Discussion covers financial statements, cost behavior, budgeting, performance measurement, and control systems. The objective is to use cost-volume-profit analysis to make pricing and product mix decisions and to create and analyze budgets, which are essential tools for planning and controlling business activities. Topics include the process of developing a budget and ways to evaluate performance against budgeted expectations. Emphasis is on developing the ability to think critically about accounting information and its use in managerial decision-making. Activities provide practical experience in financial statement analysis, cost behavior analysis, budgeting, and performance measurement.
7538 4010 07 Jan 2026-03 Mar 2026 M 6:30P-9:30P Open College Park (Hybrid)
Faculty: Sadiq, Salman Bldg/Room: Susquehanna Hall 1103 Syllabus Course Materials
ACCT 605 Accounting for Managers (3)
(For MBA students only.) A fundamental study of financial accounting and how it is used in managerial decision-making. Discussion covers financial statements, cost behavior, budgeting, performance measurement, and control systems. The objective is to use cost-volume-profit analysis to make pricing and product mix decisions and to create and analyze budgets, which are essential tools for planning and controlling business activities. Topics include the process of developing a budget and ways to evaluate performance against budgeted expectations. Emphasis is on developing the ability to think critically about accounting information and its use in managerial decision-making. Activities provide practical experience in financial statement analysis, cost behavior analysis, budgeting, and performance measurement.
7847 7665 11 Mar 2026-05 May 2026 Th 6:30P-9:30P Open Dorsey Station (Hybrid)
Faculty: Little, Douglas A Syllabus Course Materials
Note: Dorsey Station: Classroom assignments are subject to change. Please view the electronic board in the hallway for your classroom assignment.
ACCT 605 Accounting for Managers (3)
(For MBA students only.) A fundamental study of financial accounting and how it is used in managerial decision-making. Discussion covers financial statements, cost behavior, budgeting, performance measurement, and control systems. The objective is to use cost-volume-profit analysis to make pricing and product mix decisions and to create and analyze budgets, which are essential tools for planning and controlling business activities. Topics include the process of developing a budget and ways to evaluate performance against budgeted expectations. Emphasis is on developing the ability to think critically about accounting information and its use in managerial decision-making. Activities provide practical experience in financial statement analysis, cost behavior analysis, budgeting, and performance measurement.
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9343 9049 07 Jan 2026-03 Mar 2026 Closed Online
Faculty: Jian, Yi Syllabus Course Materials
ACCT 605 Accounting for Managers (3)
(For MBA students only.) A fundamental study of financial accounting and how it is used in managerial decision-making. Discussion covers financial statements, cost behavior, budgeting, performance measurement, and control systems. The objective is to use cost-volume-profit analysis to make pricing and product mix decisions and to create and analyze budgets, which are essential tools for planning and controlling business activities. Topics include the process of developing a budget and ways to evaluate performance against budgeted expectations. Emphasis is on developing the ability to think critically about accounting information and its use in managerial decision-making. Activities provide practical experience in financial statement analysis, cost behavior analysis, budgeting, and performance measurement.
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9439 9050 07 Jan 2026-03 Mar 2026 Open Online
Faculty: Miller, Sherika Syllabus Course Materials
ACCT 605 Accounting for Managers (3)
(For MBA students only.) A fundamental study of financial accounting and how it is used in managerial decision-making. Discussion covers financial statements, cost behavior, budgeting, performance measurement, and control systems. The objective is to use cost-volume-profit analysis to make pricing and product mix decisions and to create and analyze budgets, which are essential tools for planning and controlling business activities. Topics include the process of developing a budget and ways to evaluate performance against budgeted expectations. Emphasis is on developing the ability to think critically about accounting information and its use in managerial decision-making. Activities provide practical experience in financial statement analysis, cost behavior analysis, budgeting, and performance measurement.
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9496 9051 07 Jan 2026-03 Mar 2026 Open Online
Faculty: Cook, Faye A Syllabus Course Materials
ACCT 605 Accounting for Managers (3)
(For MBA students only.) A fundamental study of financial accounting and how it is used in managerial decision-making. Discussion covers financial statements, cost behavior, budgeting, performance measurement, and control systems. The objective is to use cost-volume-profit analysis to make pricing and product mix decisions and to create and analyze budgets, which are essential tools for planning and controlling business activities. Topics include the process of developing a budget and ways to evaluate performance against budgeted expectations. Emphasis is on developing the ability to think critically about accounting information and its use in managerial decision-making. Activities provide practical experience in financial statement analysis, cost behavior analysis, budgeting, and performance measurement.
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9555 9052 07 Jan 2026-03 Mar 2026 Open Online
Faculty: Zhang, Xiaoyu Syllabus Course Materials
ACCT 605 Accounting for Managers (3)
(For MBA students only.) A fundamental study of financial accounting and how it is used in managerial decision-making. Discussion covers financial statements, cost behavior, budgeting, performance measurement, and control systems. The objective is to use cost-volume-profit analysis to make pricing and product mix decisions and to create and analyze budgets, which are essential tools for planning and controlling business activities. Topics include the process of developing a budget and ways to evaluate performance against budgeted expectations. Emphasis is on developing the ability to think critically about accounting information and its use in managerial decision-making. Activities provide practical experience in financial statement analysis, cost behavior analysis, budgeting, and performance measurement.
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9724 9053 07 Jan 2026-03 Mar 2026 Open Online
Faculty: Richardson, Keith Syllabus Course Materials
ACCT 605 Accounting for Managers (3)
(For MBA students only.) A fundamental study of financial accounting and how it is used in managerial decision-making. Discussion covers financial statements, cost behavior, budgeting, performance measurement, and control systems. The objective is to use cost-volume-profit analysis to make pricing and product mix decisions and to create and analyze budgets, which are essential tools for planning and controlling business activities. Topics include the process of developing a budget and ways to evaluate performance against budgeted expectations. Emphasis is on developing the ability to think critically about accounting information and its use in managerial decision-making. Activities provide practical experience in financial statement analysis, cost behavior analysis, budgeting, and performance measurement.
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9996 9086 11 Mar 2026-05 May 2026 Open Online
Faculty: Little, Douglas A Syllabus Course Materials
ACCT 605 Accounting for Managers (3)
(For MBA students only.) A fundamental study of financial accounting and how it is used in managerial decision-making. Discussion covers financial statements, cost behavior, budgeting, performance measurement, and control systems. The objective is to use cost-volume-profit analysis to make pricing and product mix decisions and to create and analyze budgets, which are essential tools for planning and controlling business activities. Topics include the process of developing a budget and ways to evaluate performance against budgeted expectations. Emphasis is on developing the ability to think critically about accounting information and its use in managerial decision-making. Activities provide practical experience in financial statement analysis, cost behavior analysis, budgeting, and performance measurement.
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10094 9087 11 Mar 2026-05 May 2026 Open Online
Faculty: Ben-Mohamed, Abdel-Kader Syllabus Course Materials
ACCT 610 Financial Reporting and Analysis for Accountants (3)
Prerequisite: 15 credits of undergraduate accounting. An advanced study of U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) according to the Federal Accounting Standards Board (FASB). The objective is to conduct research and measure, analyze, report, and interpret accounting data to empower stakeholders for strategic business decision-making. Emphasis is on the FASB's Accounting Standards Codification for decision support; professional ethical standards; environmental, social, and governance (ESG) reporting; and Securities and Exchange Commission reports. Activities include data analysis of research-based case studies using practitioner-based software.
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1242 9041 07 Jan 2026-31 Mar 2026 Open Online
Faculty: Demirkan, Sebahattin Syllabus Course Materials
ACCT 610 Financial Reporting and Analysis for Accountants (3)
Prerequisite: 15 credits of undergraduate accounting. An advanced study of U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) according to the Federal Accounting Standards Board (FASB). The objective is to conduct research and measure, analyze, report, and interpret accounting data to empower stakeholders for strategic business decision-making. Emphasis is on the FASB's Accounting Standards Codification for decision support; professional ethical standards; environmental, social, and governance (ESG) reporting; and Securities and Exchange Commission reports. Activities include data analysis of research-based case studies using practitioner-based software.
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1243 9040 07 Jan 2026-31 Mar 2026 Open Online
Faculty: Hutton, Leon W Syllabus Course Materials
ACCT 610 Financial Reporting and Analysis for Accountants (3)
Prerequisite: 15 credits of undergraduate accounting. An advanced study of U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) according to the Federal Accounting Standards Board (FASB). The objective is to conduct research and measure, analyze, report, and interpret accounting data to empower stakeholders for strategic business decision-making. Emphasis is on the FASB's Accounting Standards Codification for decision support; professional ethical standards; environmental, social, and governance (ESG) reporting; and Securities and Exchange Commission reports. Activities include data analysis of research-based case studies using practitioner-based software.
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1442 9080 11 Feb 2026-05 May 2026 Open Online
Faculty: El Mahdy, Dina Syllabus Course Materials
ACCT 611 Managerial Accounting Data Analytics (3)
Prerequisite: 15 credits of undergraduate accounting. A comprehensive study of management accounting methodologies employed for strategic problem-solving with an emphasis on data analytics. Focus is on developing competencies in analysis and decision-making, as well as technology integration, systems understanding, and process management. Discussion covers diverse tools, such as break-even analysis, regression analysis, the balanced scorecard, activity-based costing/management, and value chain analysis. Topics include elements of strategic management, including environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations; ethical issues; and performance management.
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1339 9040 07 Jan 2026-31 Mar 2026 Open Online
Faculty: McBride, Catherine A. Syllabus Course Materials
ACCT 611 Managerial Accounting Data Analytics (3)
Prerequisite: 15 credits of undergraduate accounting. A comprehensive study of management accounting methodologies employed for strategic problem-solving with an emphasis on data analytics. Focus is on developing competencies in analysis and decision-making, as well as technology integration, systems understanding, and process management. Discussion covers diverse tools, such as break-even analysis, regression analysis, the balanced scorecard, activity-based costing/management, and value chain analysis. Topics include elements of strategic management, including environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations; ethical issues; and performance management.
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1411 9041 07 Jan 2026-31 Mar 2026 Open Online
Faculty: Kaskey, Victoria Syllabus Course Materials
ACCT 613 Tax Compliance and Planning (3)
Prerequisite: ACCT 610. An in-depth study of U.S. income taxation systems and regulations, grounded in legislation, administrative procedures, and judicial rulings. Focus is on building competencies in tax research and analysis, decision-making, and preparing tax forms using practitioner-based tax software. Discussion covers the preparation of individual, corporate, and other entity tax returns using professional tax preparation software. Topics also include strategic tax planning and administration using cutting-edge data analytics tools; interpreting and reporting requirements for diverse business entities; and incorporating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations.
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1365 9040 07 Jan 2026-31 Mar 2026 Open Online
Faculty: McClain, Bruce W Syllabus Course Materials
ACCT 618 Accounting Information Systems (3)
(Formerly ACCT 614.) Prerequisite: ACCT 610. A comprehensive study of the role and significance of information systems in accounting processes, including accounting information systems (AIS). The aim is to evaluate AIS security and controls, risk assessment, process management, and database design. Emphasis is on organization and manipulation of databases for strategic business decisions. Practitioner-based software is used for data analytics and visualizations; artificial intelligence (AI) is leveraged to address real-world case studies. Activities include conducting research and writing articles suitable for publication on contemporary cybercrimes affecting organizations.
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1245 9040 07 Jan 2026-31 Mar 2026 Open Online
Faculty: Xiao, Junqiao Syllabus Course Materials
ACCT 620 CyberAccounting: Management and Compliance (3)
Prerequisite: ACCT 618. An in-depth study of strategic cyberaccounting practices to fortify the security of accounting information systems and client data. Focus is on developing competencies in research, risk assessment, analysis, and decision-making, as well as building cyberaccounting skill sets to mitigate cyber intrusions. Discussion covers federal and state regulatory cybersecurity requirements and voluntary standards, such as the G7 Fundamental Elements of Cybersecurity for the Financial Sector and the AICPA's Cybersecurity Risk Management Framework. Topics also include data analytics and the use of technology.
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1347 9040 07 Jan 2026-31 Mar 2026 Open Online
Faculty: Alexander, Cruiz E Syllabus Course Materials
ACCT 625 Government and Not-for-Profit Accounting (3)
Prerequisite: ACCT 610. An examination of governmental accounting standards and not-for-profit financial reporting standards governing U.S. public-sector and not-for-profit organizations. Discussion covers research, measurement, analysis, and reporting, as well as similarities and differences among accounting rules for diverse entity types and the rationale for the accounting standards governing each type. Focus is on developing competencies in systems and process management. Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors are considered. Activities include analyzing U.S. and state government data and creating visualizations to assist others in making better-informed decisions.
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1280 9040 07 Jan 2026-31 Mar 2026 Open Online
Faculty: Lombard, Doris A Syllabus Course Materials
ACCT 628 Auditing and Attestation (3)
(Formerly ACCT 612.) Prerequisite: ACCT 610. A comprehensive study of generally accepted auditing standards governed by the AICPA. Focus is on building competencies in analysis, decision-making, measurement, research, risk assessment, and the preparation of audit reports and on developing a mentally independent attitude, professional skepticism, and professionalism to ensure audit and attestation quality. Discussion covers cutting-edge advancements in data analytics to improve audit and attestation efficiency using practitioner-based software. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: ACCT 612 or 628.
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1244 9040 07 Jan 2026-31 Mar 2026 Open Online
Faculty: Bean Mangold, LuAnn G Syllabus Course Materials
ACCT 628 Auditing and Attestation (3)
(Formerly ACCT 612.) Prerequisite: ACCT 610. A comprehensive study of generally accepted auditing standards governed by the AICPA. Focus is on building competencies in analysis, decision-making, measurement, research, risk assessment, and the preparation of audit reports and on developing a mentally independent attitude, professional skepticism, and professionalism to ensure audit and attestation quality. Discussion covers cutting-edge advancements in data analytics to improve audit and attestation efficiency using practitioner-based software. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: ACCT 612 or 628.
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1456 9080 11 Feb 2026-05 May 2026 Open Online
Faculty: Anderson, Sylvia H Syllabus Course Materials
ACCT 630 Fraud Examination (3)
Prerequisite: ACCT 628. A comprehensive examination of the nature and components of occupational fraud, designed to enhance competencies in risk assessment, analysis, decision-making, and research to prepare for roles in fraud prevention, detection, and investigation. Emphasis is on the identification of internal control weaknesses to strategically design fraud investigation programs. Activities include practice with data analytics tools, such as Benford's law, Dupont analysis, and other diagnostic analytics, using FBI and other U.S. government agencies cybercrime and occupational fraud data. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: ACCT 608 or ACCT 630.
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1281 9040 07 Jan 2026-31 Mar 2026 Open Online
Faculty: Reich, Paul S Syllabus Course Materials
ACCT 630 Fraud Examination (3)
Prerequisite: ACCT 628. A comprehensive examination of the nature and components of occupational fraud, designed to enhance competencies in risk assessment, analysis, decision-making, and research to prepare for roles in fraud prevention, detection, and investigation. Emphasis is on the identification of internal control weaknesses to strategically design fraud investigation programs. Activities include practice with data analytics tools, such as Benford's law, Dupont analysis, and other diagnostic analytics, using FBI and other U.S. government agencies cybercrime and occupational fraud data. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: ACCT 608 or ACCT 630.
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1468 9080 11 Feb 2026-05 May 2026 Open Online
Faculty: Honer, Joseph S Syllabus Course Materials
ACCT 635 Ethics and Professional Responsibilities for Accounting (3)
Prerequisite: ACCT 610. A comprehensive examination of the AICPA's Code of Professional Conduct and ethical accounting standards mandated by other professional organizations. Focus is on building competencies in research, analysis, decision-making, reporting, and resource management to enhance ethical reasoning and knowledge of professional responsibilities and to make judgment calls in accounting scenarios. Discussion covers environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors as part of ethical accounting practices. Case studies are used to analyze ethical dilemmas in accounting. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: ACCT 608 or ACCT 635.
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1282 9040 07 Jan 2026-31 Mar 2026 Open Online
Faculty: Wolod, Larry B Syllabus Course Materials
ACCT 640 Accounting in a Global Context (3)
Prerequisite: ACCT 610. An in-depth exploration of the multifaceted realm of international accounting and reporting practices focused on evolving International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) are compared to IFRS and specific-country GAAP. Focus is on developing competencies in research, analysis, decision-making, measurement, and reporting. Discussion covers the influence of business operations; cultural variances in privacy rights; environmental, social, and governance (ESG) reporting; and inherent risks in global business transactions. Topics include diverse challenges in global financial reporting, including XBRL (extensible business reporting language). Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: ACCT 640 or ACCT 665.
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1340 9040 07 Jan 2026-31 Mar 2026 Open Online
Faculty: AL Wreikat, Assyad Syllabus Course Materials
ACCT 645 CyberAccounting: Forensics (3)
Prerequisites: ACCT 618 and ACCT 630. An applied study of digital tools and techniques used in forensic accounting investigations that integrates research, risk assessment, and analysis. Emphasis is on decision-making, technology, systems, and process management. The goal is to disentangle intricate forensic evidence by analyzing financial data, prepare written reports for expert witnesses to present as testimony in legal proceedings, and use artificial intelligence to develop a well-rounded skill set for navigating complex forensic accounting scenarios.
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1348 9040 07 Jan 2026-31 Mar 2026 Open Online
Faculty: Paz, Veronica C. Syllabus Course Materials
ACCT 660 Information Technology Auditing (3)
(Formerly MSAS 670.) Prerequisites: ACCT 618, ACCT 630, and INFA 610. A comprehensive study of information technology (IT) auditing. Discussion covers the advanced knowledge and skills needed to protect organizational assets using logical, physical, and financial controls. Emphasis is on data integrity, security, and efficiency of information systems. Activities integrate theoretical concepts with practical applications focusing on critical IT auditing competencies, such as research, risk assessment, analysis, decision-making, reporting, technology, strategic management, and data analytics. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: ACCT 660 or MSAS 670.
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1269 9040 07 Jan 2026-31 Mar 2026 Open Online
Faculty: Pullen, Jeffrey D Syllabus Course Materials
ACCT 686 Workplace Learning in Accounting (3)
Prerequisites: 12 graduate credits in the program and prior program approval (requirements detailed online at umgc.edu/wkpl). The integration of discipline-specific knowledge with new experiences in the work environment. Tasks include completing a series of academic assignments that parallel work experiences.
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8937 9080 07 Jan 2026-05 May 2026 Open Online
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ACCT 690 CyberAccounting: Risk Management Capstone (3)
(Formerly ACCT 670.) Prerequisites: ACCT 610, ACCT 618, ACCT 620, ACCT 628, ACCT 630, ACCT 645, ACCT 660, and INFA 610; may be taken concurrently with ACCT 635 or INFA 660. An in-depth study of cyberaccounting risk management as practiced by federal, state, and local entities and in alignment with AICPA's Cybersecurity Risk Management Reporting Framework. Topics include research, risk assessment, analysis, decision-making, artificial intelligence, technology, systems, process management, and resource management. Emphasis is on developing data analytics skills to assess client risks and designing and implementing controls for potential vulnerabilities to mitigate cyberaccounting threats in professional accounting services. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: ACCT 670 or ACCT 690. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: MSAF 670 or MSAF 690.
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1395 9040 07 Jan 2026-31 Mar 2026 Open Online
Faculty: Paz, Veronica C. Syllabus Course Materials
ACM 610 Fundamentals of Acquisition Planning and Costs Price Analysis (6)
Prerequisite: DCL 600M. Serve as a contract manager and explore three major segments of the acquisition process acquisition planning, acquisition management, and contract pricing through pre-award, negotiation preparation, and post-award stages. Complete an acquisition plan using quantitative techniques to quantify and facilitate decision. Apply various cost analysis techniques and quantitative tools to evaluate a contractors cost proposal and develop a negotiation range and objective.
1087 9040 08 Apr 2026-23 Jun 2026 Closed Online
Faculty: Toplin, Marc B Syllabus Course Materials
ACM 610 Fundamentals of Acquisition Planning and Costs Price Analysis (6)
Prerequisite: DCL 600M. Serve as a contract manager and explore three major segments of the acquisition process acquisition planning, acquisition management, and contract pricing through pre-award, negotiation preparation, and post-award stages. Complete an acquisition plan using quantitative techniques to quantify and facilitate decision. Apply various cost analysis techniques and quantitative tools to evaluate a contractors cost proposal and develop a negotiation range and objective.
1104 9041 08 Apr 2026-23 Jun 2026 Open Online
Faculty: Roberson, Andrea A Syllabus Course Materials
ACM 620 Sourcing Decisions and Legal Considerations in Contracting (6)
Prerequisite: ACM 610. Serve as a contract manager and apply legal, administrative, and ethical requirements and principles to procurement and contract management. Explore a broad array of legal issues applicable to acquisition as well as the Federal Acquisition Regulation and the American Bar Association model procurement code for state and local government.
1088 9040 08 Apr 2026-23 Jun 2026 Open Online
Faculty: Harden, Ericka Y Syllabus Course Materials
ACM 620 Sourcing Decisions and Legal Considerations in Contracting (6)
Prerequisite: ACM 610. Serve as a contract manager and apply legal, administrative, and ethical requirements and principles to procurement and contract management. Explore a broad array of legal issues applicable to acquisition as well as the Federal Acquisition Regulation and the American Bar Association model procurement code for state and local government.
1099 9041 08 Apr 2026-23 Jun 2026 Open Online
Faculty: Fallon, John W Syllabus Course Materials
ACM 630 Strategic Supplier Relations in Sustainable Supply Environments (6)
Prerequisite: ACM 620. Serve as an acquisitions manager and acquire techniques, methodologies, and strategies designed to enhance organizational procurement and acquisition efficiency and manage supply chain issues. Explore integrated supply chains, including the integration of information, supplies, and materials flows across multiple supply chain channels; the role of information systems and technology in supply chain management; e-commerce strategies; and the development and maintenance of supply chain partnerships and other relationships.
1089 9040 08 Apr 2026-23 Jun 2026 Closed Online
Faculty: Jeffery, Mariah M Syllabus Course Materials
ACM 630 Strategic Supplier Relations in Sustainable Supply Environments (6)
Prerequisite: ACM 620. Serve as an acquisitions manager and acquire techniques, methodologies, and strategies designed to enhance organizational procurement and acquisition efficiency and manage supply chain issues. Explore integrated supply chains, including the integration of information, supplies, and materials flows across multiple supply chain channels; the role of information systems and technology in supply chain management; e-commerce strategies; and the development and maintenance of supply chain partnerships and other relationships.
1101 9041 08 Apr 2026-23 Jun 2026 Open Online
Faculty: Ward, Raymond Syllabus Course Materials
ACM 640 Performance Based Logistics and Asset Management (6)
Prerequisite: ACM 630. Serve as an acquisitions manager and explore logistical issues, techniques, methodologies, and strategies designed to enhance organizational efficiency with the acquisition lifecycle. Apply specific concepts including the total cost approach to logistics, planning and implementation, systems relationships and integration, and demand forecasting to solve logistical and asset management issues that arise within the acquisition life-cycle.
1093 9040 08 Apr 2026-23 Jun 2026 Closed Online
Faculty: Scheer, Frank R Syllabus Course Materials
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