Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
UOPX-0001
Organization's ID:
ACC 514.3
Organization:
University of Phoenix
Location:
Classroom-based
Length:
5 weeks
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Upper-Division Baccalaureate 3 Managerial Accounting
Description

Objective:

To examine, from a management perspective, the fundamental systems of managerial accounting based upon an overview of accounting principles and conventions currently observed in business and industry. Attention is given to the preparation, analysis, and use of financial statements, budgeting, and planning and control systems.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Demonstrate the ability to plan and control the costing of materials, labor, and overhead
  • Analyze proper inventory controls and just-in-time concepts
  • Identify the functions of managerial accounting in the planning and control of organizations
  • Recognize principles and procedures for budgeting, variance analysis, and cost-volume-profit reports
  • Analyze various techniques for managerial decision-making in relation to cost data and financial statements
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Case Studies
  • Classroom Exercise
  • Discussion
  • Lectures
Supplemental Materials