The Accounting and Financial Analysis Graduate Certificate provides the foundation of financial concepts and the fundamentals of accounting. The certificate introduces the principles of accounting, with an emphasis on applying Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) to business situations as compliant journal entries are recorded. In addition, the certificate will allow for the analysis of organizational performance and financial condition evaluation. This certificate helps prepare non-accounting undergraduates to enrollment in the MAcc degree. Additionally, it prepares non-accounting undergraduate for employment in general accounting positions.
The credit for a single course cannot be applied to more than one degree or certificate; a course substitution must be approved by the Department Chair.
The Department of Education requires Davenport University to provide certain information (Gainful Employment Disclosure) regarding this certificate program to aid students in making a decision to enroll.
This course introduces the principles of financial accounting, emphasizing the understanding and interpretation of financial data. Students also learn journal entries, adjustments, and an understanding of the complete accounting cycle. Financial concepts are covered, as well as basic concepts for the analysis of financial statements. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees.
This course builds upon the fundamental accounting process studied in ACCT510 and focuses on significant processes of the major categories of the balance sheet and statement of cash flow and income statements. Students will apply applicable APB and FASB pronouncements and related topics for specific accounting situations. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees.
Prerequisite(s): ACCT510
This course is a continuation of ACCT511 Intermediate Accounting I with a comprehensive study of the major categories of the balance sheet and statement of cash flow and income. In addition, students will be introduced to the accounting, analysis and reporting of special topics such as pension/retirement, leases, inflation, income taxes, earning per share and revenue recognition. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees.
Prerequisite(s): ACCT511
This course provides an explanation of the federal tax structure and provides training in the application of tax principles as they pertain to individuals. The course provides an introduction to taxation for businesses, federal tax laws and regulations, taxation theory, and tax research and planning techniques. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees.
Prerequisite(s): ACCT510
This course is designed to further develop the student’s analytical and interpretive skills in accounting for business mergers and acquisitions, partnerships and global accounting. This course offers preparation for the Master of Accountancy program. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees.
Prerequisite(s): ACCT302 or ACCT512
This survey course covers the fundamental principles of business law, including the legal system, dispute resolution, government regulation torts, and crimes affecting business, contracts, sales, and agency. A digest of cases is used to encourage analytical thinking. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees.