What This Document Is
This is the official syllabus for BUAD 280, Introduction to Financial Accounting, at the University of Southern California’s Marshall School of Business for the Spring 2018 semester. It serves as a comprehensive guide outlining the course structure, expectations, and policies for students enrolled in sections 14505, 14506, and 14507. This syllabus details essential information regarding the course’s objectives and how student performance will be evaluated.
Why This Document Matters
This syllabus is crucial for any student registered or considering enrolling in BUAD 280. It provides a foundational understanding of the course’s scope and requirements, helping students determine if it aligns with their academic goals and learning style. Reviewing this document *before* the semester begins will allow you to proactively prepare for the workload, understand grading criteria, and familiarize yourself with important dates and policies. It’s a vital resource for successful navigation of the course.
Common Limitations or Challenges
This syllabus provides the overarching framework for the course, but it does *not* contain the specific accounting concepts, examples, or practice problems that will be covered in lectures and assignments. It won’t provide solutions to accounting challenges or detailed explanations of financial statements. It also doesn’t include the actual course materials like readings, presentations, or homework assignments.
What This Document Provides
* Instructor contact information and office hours availability.
* A detailed course description outlining the core focus of financial accounting.
* Clearly defined learning objectives, indicating the skills and knowledge students are expected to gain.
* An overview of the course’s pedagogical approach – how the material will be taught and learned.
* Information regarding the course’s alignment with broader Marshall School of Business learning goals.
* Details regarding the structure of class sessions (location and time).