What This Document Is
This is the syllabus for Accounting 2101, Principles of Accounting, at Georgia State University for the Spring 2016 semester. It’s a foundational course outlining expectations, policies, and resources for students new to financial accounting. This syllabus serves as the official agreement between the instructor and students regarding the course.
Why This Document Matters
This syllabus is essential for all students enrolled in ACCT 2101. It details crucial information about grading, required materials, course objectives, and available support services. Students should refer to this document throughout the semester to stay informed about course requirements and deadlines. It’s particularly important for understanding prerequisites for subsequent accounting courses.
Common Limitations or Challenges
This syllabus provides an overview of the course but does not contain the actual accounting content. It doesn’t offer instruction on accounting principles or solutions to problems. It’s a guide *to* the course, not a substitute *for* the course itself.
What This Document Provides
The syllabus includes: instructor contact information and office hours; a list of required textbooks and materials (including ISBNs and purchase locations); a course description outlining the topics covered; computer skills prerequisites; details about the accounting lab and supplemental instruction resources; course objectives; and policies regarding attendance and prerequisites for future courses (ACCT 2102). It does *not* include specific lecture schedules, assignment details, or grading breakdowns beyond the overall course requirements.
