What This Document Is
This is a comprehensive class guide for ACCY 302: Decision Making for Accountancy, offered at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign during the Fall 2005 semester. It serves as a central resource for students enrolled in sections AE1, AE2, and AE5 of the course, outlining expectations, policies, and the overall structure of the learning experience. This guide is designed to support student success throughout the term by providing essential logistical and foundational information.
Why This Document Matters
This guide is invaluable for any student currently taking or considering enrolling in ACCY 302. It’s particularly helpful at the beginning of the semester to understand course requirements, instructor contact information, and available support resources. Students can refer back to it throughout the term to clarify policies regarding assignments, grading, and participation. It’s a key resource for proactively managing your academic experience in this course.
Topics Covered
* Course logistics: including section times, locations, and instructor details.
* Support resources: detailing access to Teaching Assistants (TAs) for both general course help and writing assistance.
* Required materials: outlining the necessary textbook and supplementary resources.
* Course structure: describing the integration of a concurrent Accy 301/302 lab.
* Foundational concepts: introducing the core themes relating to the role of accounting in firm value and organizational control.
* Prerequisites: clarifying the expected prior knowledge in accounting, economics, and computer skills.
* Instructional approach: explaining the emphasis on active learning and the case method.
What This Document Provides
* Instructor contact information and office hours.
* Detailed information regarding Teaching Assistant support, including office hours and contact details.
* An overview of the course’s learning objectives and how they relate to broader business principles.
* A description of the course format, including the use of group work and individual assignments.
* Clarification of the role and expectations for the required Accy 301/302 lab component.
* A foundational understanding of the course’s approach to decision-making within an accounting context.
