A study of the fundamental accounting principles that relate to business. The topics to be covered include the accounting cycle, accounting systems for service and merchandising businesses, assets, liabilities, and equity. 3 semester hours credit.

3 Credits, 3 Class Hours A study of accounting meant for persons who intend to own and/or operate their own business. The emphasis is on how to interpret accounting information and how to use it to make smart business decisions. Some general accounting procedures such as recording debits and credits and preparing financial statements will be covered, but the majority of the course will focus on understanding accounting information and how it is useful to both internal and external users. Some curriculums allow students to choose between ACCT 1010 and ACCT 1104, others require ACCT 1104. Please verify curriculum requirements before enrolling. Note: This course does not substitute for ACCT 1104.