Program Overview

Master of Accountancy (M.Acc.) Program Overview ## Master of Accountancy (M.Acc.) Program Overview is not provided, however, the following information is available about the program's learning outcomes and the college offering the program. The program is offered by the Allen W. and Carol M. Schmidthorst College of Business at Bowling Green State University. The college has various departments, centers, and institutes, including the Center for Business Analytics, Supply Chain Management Institute, and Insurance and Risk Management Institute. The college also offers undergraduate degrees, specializations, minors, and graduate programs, including the Master of Accountancy (M.Acc.) program. The Master of Accountancy (M.Acc.) program has specific learning outcomes that students are expected to achieve upon completion of the program. These learning outcomes are as follows: ## Learning Outcomes Upon completion of the Master of Accountancy, students in the M.Acc program are expected to be able to: ### Goal 1: Students will demonstrate their knowledge of the practice of accounting. Outcomes: Students will * Identify the appropriate accounting principles to be used for a specific accounting transaction * Apply the principles identified to determine their effect on the financial position, cash flows, and / or the results of operation of the entity and select the most appropriate accounting treatment among the alternatives * Based on those results, record the transaction in the accounting system. ### Goal 2: Students will think critically about complex accounting, professional, and ethical issues. Outcomes: Students will * Determine the relevant information needs * Gather all of the pertinent facts and clearly stating the problem * Identify alternative courses of action * Recommend a course of action based on supported reasoning. ### Goal 3: Students will effectively communicate issues, analysis, and recommendations. Outcomes: Students will * Demonstrate effective writing skills * Demonstrate presentation skills * Demonstrate team collaboration. ### Goal 4: Students will provide evidence of an awareness of the relevance of accounting information systems and information technology auditing, system risks and control processes. Outcomes: Students will * Demonstrate an understanding of the methods used by auditors to assess risks and to identify controls to mitigate these risks. * Demonstrate an understanding of privacy and security concerns relating to information systems * Demonstrate an understanding of IT security controls and the impact of these controls on the overall reliability of accounting information systems. ### Goal 5: Students will be able to analyze data in traditional and Big Data sources. Outcomes: Students will demonstrate the ability to * Use analytical software to uncover patterns in accounting and other data * Use statistical techniques and other methods to uncover patterns in accounting and other data * Use visualization software to professionally present findings * Question the limitations of uncovered patterns and findings. The college also offers various resources and support for students, including advising, tutoring, and career services. Additionally, the college has a strong focus on research, with various research areas and initiatives, including the Center for Faculty Excellence and the Research Incentive Program. The college's faculty are also actively engaged in research, with various publications and presentations in their respective fields. Overall, the Master of Accountancy (M.Acc.) program at the Allen W. and Carol M. Schmidthorst College of Business is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in accounting, with a focus on critical thinking, communication, and analysis. The program is well-supported by the college's resources and faculty, and is designed to prepare students for successful careers in accounting and related fields.