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BTPA-4260 Philosophy of Art
–Sp
2 hours
Study of the nature of art and the aesthetic experience. Possible
topics include the concept of creativity, the nature and value of the
work of art, the function of art, the truth in art, the relation of art
and society, and the aesthetic attitude and aesthetic values, such
as beauty and the philosophy of art. (Fee: $10) (odd years)
BTPA-4290 Topics in Philosophy
–Sp
1–3 hours
Various topics offered as interest demands. For majors in
philosophy. Permission of instructor required for non-majors and
minors.
BTPA-4900
1–3 hours
Independent Study in Philosophy
–Fa, Sp, Su
The student will investigate a significant topic of philosophy of
special interest with a view toward integration of knowledge.
BTPA-4910 Seminar in Philosophy
–Fa
2 hours
Senior course in which students will demonstrate their
knowledge of philosophy and the integration of philosophy with
Scripture and the liberal arts. This will be accomplished through
guided research, critical thinking, and demonstration of oral and
written skills. Course will be taken during the year immediately
prior to graduation. Capstone course. Credit/no credit.
School of Business Administration
Course Descriptions
Accounting (ACCT)
ACCT-2110 Principles of Accounting I
–Fa, Sp
3 hours
An introduction to accounting for business organizations
with an emphasis on financial statement preparation and
interpretation. Topics include the accounting cycle, present value,
and accounting for stock and debt instruments.
Prerequisite:
sophomore status.
ACCT-2120 Principles of Accounting II
–Fa, Sp
3 hours
A continuation of accounting for business organizations. Topics
include cash flow statements, investments, and managerial
accounting concepts.
Prerequisite: ACCT-2110 Principles of
Accounting I.
ACCT-3110 Intermediate Financial Accounting I
–Fa
3 hours
Theoretical concepts and accounting standards that form the
basis for accounting practices, financial statement preparation,
and analysis. Topics include financial statement formats, present
value, and accounting for receivables and inventory.
Prerequisite:
ACCT-2120 Principles of Accounting II.
ACCT-3120 Intermediate Financial Accounting II
–Sp
3 hours
Continuation of theoretical concepts and accounting standards
that form the basis for accounting practices and financial
statement preparation and analysis. Topics include: accounting for
fixed assets, intangible assets, current liabilities, long-term debt,
and stockholders’ equity.
Prerequisite: ACCT-3110 Intermediate
Financial Accounting I.
ACCT-3150 Accounting Information Systems
–Sp
3 hours
A study of the flow of information through the accounting
system, emphasizing systems analysis and design, internal
controls, and computer applications in the business environment.
Prerequisites: ACCT-2120 Principles of Accounting II; ITM-1500
Information Technology for Business; junior status.
ACCT-3170 Managerial Accounting
–Sp
3 hours
Principles of industrial and distribution cost accounting, job
order and process cost systems, and standard costs.
Prerequisite:
ACCT-2120 Principles of Accounting II.
ACCT-4110 Federal Income Taxes
–Fa
3 hours
Examines the computation of federal income tax liabilities
for individuals and sole proprietorships. Typical course content
includes income, exclusions, exemptions, deductions, credits,
property transactions, and tax accounting methods. Introduces
basic principles of tax research and planning
Prerequisite: ACCT-
2120 Principles of Accounting II.
ACCT-4120 Auditing
–Fa
3 hours
A study of auditing standards and related auditing procedures.
Topics include evaluation of audit evidence, professional
responsibilities, and auditors’ reports and opinions.
Prerequisite:
ACCT-3120 Intermediate Financial Accounting II.
ACCT-4130 Advanced Financial Accounting
–Sp
3 hours
A study of consolidated financial statements, foreign exchange,
estates and trusts, branch accounting, and related problems.
Prerequisite: ACCT-3120 Intermediate Financial Accounting II.
ACCT-4150
3 hours
Government and Nonprofit Accounting
–Fa
Accounting and reporting principles, standards, and procedures
applicable to nonprofit organizations.
Prerequisite: ACCT-3120
Intermediate Financial Accounting II or permission of instructor.
ACCT-4170 Advanced Managerial Accounting
–Sp
3 hours
Advanced topics in accounting for manufacturing companies
and the use of the computer in cost accounting applications.
Prerequisite: ACCT-3170 Managerial Accounting.
ACCT-4190 CPA Review
–Sp
3 hours
Comprehensive review of the application of accounting
principles, using specific problems and development of
approaches to problem solving. Useful as intensive preparation
for the CPA examination.
Prerequisite: ACCT-3120 Intermediate
Financial Accounting II.
ACCT-4210 Taxation of Business Entities
–Sp
3 hours
An examination of the tax provisions governing C Corps, S
Corps, partnerships, and estates. Analyzes international and multi-
state taxation of corporations.
Prerequisite: ACCT-4110 Federal
Income Taxes.
ACCT-4220 International Accounting
–Sp
3 hours
This course offers information about global accounting diversity
and the reasons for it. International Financial Reporting Standards
(IFRS) are discussed along with the history of international
standard development. Foreign currency exchange rates,
transactions, and hedging are covered. Students also do research
into accounting in multinational corporations.
Prerequisites:
ACCT-2110 Principles of Accounting I,ACCT-2120 Principles of
Accounting II.
ACCT-4810 Seminar in Accounting
–Sp
1 hour
A forum for discussion of contemporary topics and issues in
accounting. Current issues will be chosen from topics in financial
and managerial accounting, auditing, tax, and governmental
and nonprofit accounting.
Prerequisites: ACCT-3170 Managerial
Accounting; ACCT-4110 Federal Income Taxes; ACCT-4120
Auditing.
Business Administration (BUS)
BUS-1000 The Business Profession
–Fa, Sp
2 hours
Provides a broad and comprehensive introduction to the field
of business and encourages students to discover their calling
to ministry in the marketplace. Includes an introduction to the
academic requirements of the program and provides opportunity
for practical experience in the field of business. (Fee $25)
BUS-2100 Business Communication
–Fa, Sp
3 hours
Instruction for writing business letters, memos, email,
and business reports. Oral business presentations, group
collaboration, and the communication process in general are also
discussed.
Prerequisite: ENG-1400 Composition.
BUS-2110 Statistics I
–Fa, Sp
2 hours
An introduction to statistical methods used in business decision
making, including descriptive statistics, probability, probability
distributions, estimation, and hypothesis testing.
Prerequisite:
GMTH-1020 College Algebra.
BUS-2120 Statistics II
–Fa, Sp
2 hours
An extension of Statistics I to include tests of hypothesis,
analysis of variance, chi-square, simple and multiple regression
models.
Prerequisite: BUS-2110 Statistics I.
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BTPA-4260 – BUS-2120
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION