Study Program
Corporate Accounting
Course Overview: The Bachelor of Science in Corporate Accounting is a specialized program that focuses on the accounting needs and practices of corporations, both large and small. Students will gain in-depth knowledge of financial statement preparation, analysis, and reporting in accordance with corporate regulations and standards. The course also delves into areas like managerial accounting, tax strategies, and advanced financial analysis to prepare students for roles within corporate finance departments and public accounting firms specializing in corporate clients.
Program Objectives:
- Provide students with a solid foundation in the principles and practices of corporate accounting.
- Develop analytical skills to interpret and analyze corporate financial data.
- Impart knowledge on regulatory requirements, corporate governance, and ethical considerations in corporate accounting.
- Enhance practical skills through internships in corporate finance departments and accounting firms.
Course Structure: The program spans over four years, divided into eight semesters, merging in-depth theoretical instruction with practical application.
Year 1: Introduction to Accounting, Financial Accounting, Corporate Business Law, Microeconomics.
Year 2: Intermediate Corporate Accounting, Managerial Accounting, Corporate Taxation, Business Statistics.
Year 3: Advanced Corporate Accounting, Corporate Finance, Risk Management, Auditing Principles.
Year 4: International Corporate Accounting, Accounting Information Systems, Corporate Governance and Ethics, Capstone Project in Corporate Accounting.
Year 1:
- Introduction to Accounting Exam
- Overview of accounting principles and practices
- Basic accounting concepts and terminologies
- Financial Accounting Exam
- Fundamental principles of financial accounting
- Basics of financial statement preparation and analysis
- Corporate Business Law Exam
- Introduction to laws affecting corporations
- Basic legal structures and implications for accounting
- Microeconomics Exam
- Economic principles at an individual or firm level
- Influence of economic factors on corporate decisions
Year 2:
- Intermediate Corporate Accounting Exam
- Detailed procedures in corporate financial reporting
- Asset, liability, and equity accounting for corporations
- Managerial Accounting Exam
- Internal accounting methods for corporate decision-making
- Budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis
- Corporate Taxation Exam
- Basics of corporate tax regulations and implications
- Tax planning and strategies for corporations
- Business Statistics Exam
- Statistical methods applied to corporate finance and accounting
- Data analysis and interpretation in a corporate context
Year 3:
- Advanced Corporate Accounting Exam
- Complex corporate financial reporting scenarios
- Accounting for mergers, acquisitions, and international operations
- Corporate Finance Exam
- Financial management within corporations
- Capital structure, dividend policies, and financial markets
- Risk Management Exam
- Understanding and managing financial risks in corporations
- Hedging strategies and risk assessment
- Auditing Principles Exam
- Basics of auditing with a focus on corporate clients
- Internal controls, assurance, and compliance
Year 4:
- International Corporate Accounting Exam
- Accounting practices and standards for multinational corporations
- Handling foreign exchange risks, international taxation, and global reporting standards
- Accounting Information Systems Exam
- Role of technology in corporate accounting
- Implementing and managing accounting software and systems
- Corporate Governance and Ethics Exam
- Principles of corporate governance
- Ethical considerations and dilemmas in corporate accounting
- Capstone Project Presentation
- Comprehensive research or field project in corporate accounting
- Addressing contemporary challenges or innovations in the field
Admission Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent, with a preference for courses in mathematics, business, or accounting.
- Letters of recommendation, preferably from math or business educators.
- A personal statement detailing the applicant’s interest in corporate accounting and any prior relevant experience.
- An interview may be conducted to evaluate the applicant’s understanding and enthusiasm for the domain.