ACC 545

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International Accounting and Multinational Enterprises

Accountancy Marriott School of Business

Course Description

Accounting from an international perspective: flow of information in multiple currencies, complying with reporting requirements, setting budgets and monitoring performance, and controlling corporate assets through reports and audits.

When Taught

Spring Term

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3

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Convergence forces

Learning Outcome

Describe the forces of convergence of accounting standards

Title

Compare GAAP and IFRS

Learning Outcome

Compare U.S. GAAP and IFRS for the following accounting issues: intangibles, consolidation, segment reporting, and foreign currency transactions and translation.

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MNEs

Learning Outcome

Explain how MNEs deal with the issue of foreign exchange risk management, corporate governance, performace evaluation and control, auditing, and taxation.

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Accounting differences

Learning Outcome

Identify the major reasons accounting differs around the world.

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IFRS pros and cons

Learning Outcome

Evaluate the pros and cons of adopting IFRS for financial reporting in capital markets worldwide.