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Accounting Courses
ACCT 5320 Accounting Analytics (3 credits)
This course provides an understanding of the use of statistical and quantitative models to effectively manage and utilize information for the purpose of auditing, taxation, and business decision-making. Concepts covered include data analysis and visualization, comparison of software for internal controls testing, statistical inference, and estimation. Students will use analytics software such as Access (including SQL), Tableau, Power BI, Teammate, IDEA, or other software for computer-assisted auditing and tax analysis techniques. Altrix, Sas Studio, or other similar software may also be used. Competency in Microsoft Excel is required. Prerequisite(s): Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or admission into the MPA program.
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