ACCT 6220 - Controllership: Financial Strategy and Controls

This course is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of the wide ranging responsibilities of the Controller, including the timely and accurate preparation of the periodic financial statements, maintenance of an adequate records system, a comprehensive set of internal controls and budgets in order to manage and mitigate risk, how to enhance the accuracy of the company’s reported financial results and ensure compliance with GAAP or IFRS. Topics also include techniques for cash forecasting, controlling and administering budgets, and developing effective long-range plans. Prereq: ACCT 6030 or ACCT 6032 or department consent. Restriction: Restricted to graduate majors and NDGR majors with a sub-plan of NBA or NBD within the Business School. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3