An introduction to the fundamental principles, theory, and concepts of accounting and their relationship to the accounting cycle. Accounting concepts and practices in the recording process, the accounting cycle and fi nancial statement preparation and interpretation. Fundamental principles of recording business transactions as applied to single proprietorships, corporate and merchandising enterprises and the analysis of transactions and the preparation of fi nancial statements.

Develops an understanding of basic principles and procedures of accounting including account definition, classification, worksheet preparation, and generation of financial statements.