A basic course for those preparing for a bachelor's degree in business administration or accounting. Fundamental accounting concepts and procedures employed by business entities are examined. Basic areas covered include the accounting cycle, income statement, balance sheet, merchandise, cash, systems and controls, receivables, inventories, plant and intangible assets, and current liabilities. Students who have successfully completed ACCT 1050 or ACCT 1060 cannot earn credit in ACCT 1010 and those who have successfully completed ACCT 1010 cannot earn credit in ACCT 1050 or ACCT 1060. 3 hours lecture.

This course is a survey of uses of accounting information by investors and creditors for decision making. Emphasis is placed on basic accounting principles used to prepare, analyze, and interpret financial statements.