ACCT 332 - Intermediate Financial Accounting II

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George Mason University

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Credits: 3 Deals with the accounting process used to measure and report economic events. The primary goals are to understand the role financial reporting plays in providing decision useful information; understand the economics underlying business transactions and learn the generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) that set the reporting and disclosure requirements for those transactions; evaluate the efficacy of GAAP; and understand the motivations that lead managers to select one accounting principle over another. Topics include bonds, owners' equity, cash flows, accounting changes, and accounting for investments, income taxes, leases, and pensions. International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) are discussed. Prerequisites Degree status, grades of C or higher in ACCT 331 and FNAN 301. Notes This course is a continuation of ACCT 331. Mid-term and final exams may be scheduled on Saturdays for this class. The number of class sessions will be modified to compensate for mid-term examination time. Accommodations will be made for religious conflicts, Saturday classes, and certain official university activities. Hours of Lecture or Seminar per week 3 Hours of Lab or Studio per week 0 When Offered Fall, Spring.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.gmu.edu

Phone Number:

(703) 993-1000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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