Unit VIII Essay Assignment

Unit VIII Essay Assignment  Provides an introduction to business accounting. Topics include accounting concepts and principles, financial statements, internal control design, and accounting for partnerships. Students demonstrate knowledge and comprehension of the foundational theories and methodological tools utilized in accounting. Theoretical constructs are applied to solve real-world accounting applications.

Course Textbook(s)

Miller-Nobles, T., Mattison, B., & Matsumura, E. M. (2016). Horngren’s accounting (11th ed.). Boston, MA: Pearson.

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, students should be able to:

1. Examine the accounting cycle. 2. Identify business transactions. 3. Generate inventory systems and costing methods. 4. Appraise the classes and transactions of liabilities. 5. Formulate financial statements according to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). 6. Analyze financial statements to inform decision makers. 7. Evaluate internal accounting controls. 8. Compare International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

Prerequisite(s)

No prerequisite courses are required for enrollment in this course.

Credits

Upon completion of this course, the students will earn 3 hours of college credit.

Course Structure

1. Study Guide: Course units contain a Study Guide that provides students with the learning outcomes, unit lesson, required reading assignments, and supplemental resources.

2. Learning Outcomes: Each unit contains Learning Outcomes that specify the measurable skills and knowledge students should gain upon completion of the unit.

3. Unit Lesson: Unit Lessons, which are located in the Study Guide, discuss lesson material. 4. Reading Assignments: Units contain Reading Assignments from one or more chapters from the textbook and/or

outside resources. 5. Suggested Reading: Suggested Readings are listed within the Study Guide. Students are encouraged to read the

resources listed if the opportunity arises, but they will not be tested on their knowledge of the Suggested Readings. 6. Learning Activities (Nongraded): Nongraded Learning Activities are provided to aid students in their course of

study. 7. Discussion Boards: Students are required to submit Discussion Board posts in Units I-VIII. Discussion Boards

provide students the opportunity for student-to-student and professor-to-student interaction based on relevant course concepts and ideas. Specific information about accessing the Discussion Board rubric is provided below.

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8. Unit Assessments: This course contains Unit Assessments, which test student knowledge on important aspects of the course. These tests may come in many different forms, ranging from multiple choice to written response questions.

9. Unit Assignments: Students are required to submit for grading Unit Assignments. Specific information and instructions regarding these assignments are provided below. Grading rubrics are included with each assignment. Specific information about accessing these rubrics is provided below.

10. Final Exam: Students are to complete a Final Exam in Unit VIII. All Final Exams are proctored; see below for additional information. Students are permitted four (4) hours to complete this exam in the presence of an approved proctor. This is an open-book exam. Only course textbooks and a calculator, if necessary, are allowed when taking proctored exams.

11. Ask the Professor: This communication forum provides students with an opportunity to ask their professor general questions or questions related to course content.

12. Student Break Room: This communication forum allows for casual conversation with other classmates.

CSU Online Library

The CSU Online Library is available to support your courses and programs. The online library includes databases, journals, e-books, and research guides. These resources are always accessible and can be reached through the library web page. To access the library, log into the myCSU Student Portal, and click on “CSU Online Library.” You can also access the CSU Online Library from the “My Library” button on the course menu for each course in Blackboard.

The CSU Online Library offers several reference services. E-mail (library@columbiasouthern.edu) and telephone (1.877.268.8046) assistance is available Monday – Thursday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Friday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. The library’s chat reference service, Ask a Librarian, is available 24/7; look for the chat box on the online library page.

Librarians can help you develop your research plan or assist you in finding relevant, appropriate, and timely information. Reference requests can include customized keyword search strategies, links to articles, database help, and other services.

Unit Assignments

Unit VIII Essay

In this unit, you examine different types of liabilities. For this assignment, compose an essay that answers the following questions:

What are three main characteristics of liabilities, and why is it important to classify liabilities into short-term and long-term? Include examples of short and long-term liabilities in your response.

Your essay must be at least one page in length. Be sure to include an introduction that gives the purpose of your essay and engages the reader. You must use at least your textbook as a reference, but you may use other resources as needed. Any information from a resource must be cited and referenced in APA style, and your essay should be formatted in accordance with APA guidelines.

Information about accessing the grading rubric for this assignment is provided below.

APA Guidelines

The application of the APA writing style shall be practical, functional, and appropriate to each academic level, with the primary purpose being the documentation (citation) of sources. CSU requires that students use APA style for certain papers and projects. Students should always carefully read and follow assignment directions and review the associated grading rubric when available. Students can find The CSU Citation Guide by clicking here. This document includes examples and sample papers and provides information on how to contact the CSU Writing Center.

Grading Rubrics

This course utilizes analytic grading rubrics as tools for your professor in assigning grades for all learning activities. Each rubric serves as a guide that communicates the expectations of the learning activity and describes the criteria for each level of achievement. In addition, a rubric is a reference tool that lists evaluation criteria and can help you organize your efforts to meet the requirements of that learning activity. It is imperative for you to familiarize yourself with these rubrics because these are the primary tools your professor uses for assessing learning activities.

Rubric categories include (1) Discussion Board, (2) Assessment (Written Response), and (3) Assignment. However, it is possible that not all of the listed rubric types will be used in a single course (e.g., some courses may not have Assessments).

The Discussion Board rubric can be found within Unit I’s Discussion Board submission instructions.

The Assessment (Written Response) rubric can be found embedded in a link within the directions for each Unit

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Assessment. However, these rubrics will only be used when written-response questions appear within the Assessment.

Each Assignment type (e.g., article critique, case study, research paper) will have its own rubric. The Assignment rubrics are built into Blackboard, allowing students to review them prior to beginning the Assignment and again once the Assignment has been scored. This rubric can be accessed via the Assignment link located within the unit where it is to be submitted. Students may also access the rubric through the course menu by selecting “Tools” and then “My Grades.”

Again, it is vitally important for you to become familiar with these rubrics because their application to your Discussion Boards, Assessments, and Assignments is the method by which your instructor assigns all grades.

Final Examination Guidelines

Final Exams are to be administered to students by an approved Proctor. CSU approves two flexible proctoring options: a standard Proctor, who is chosen by the student and approved by the university, or Remote Proctor Now (RP Now), an on- demand, third-party testing service that proctors examinations for a small fee.

Students choosing RP Now must have an operational webcam/video with audio, a high-speed Internet connection, and the appropriate system rights required to download and install software.

To review the complete Examination Proctor Policy, including a list of acceptable Proctors, Proctor responsibilities, Proctor approval procedures, and the Proctor Agreement Form, go to the myCSU Student Portal from the link below.

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You are permitted four (4) hours to complete this exam in the presence of your approved Proctor. This is an open book exam. Only course textbooks, writing utensils, and a calculator, if necessary, are allowed when taking proctored exams.

You may use only your textbook as source material for your response. All source material must be referenced (paraphrased and quoted material must have accompanying citations). You may use the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association (APA Style Guide) or the CSU Citation Guide for reference.

Communication Forums

These are nongraded discussion forums that allow you to communicate with your professor and other students. Participation in these discussion forums is encouraged but not required. You can access these forums with the buttons in the Course Menu.

Click here for instructions on how to subscribe/unsubscribe and post to the Communication Forums.

Ask the Professor

This communication forum provides you with an opportunity to ask your professor general or course content questions. Questions may focus on Blackboard locations of online course components, textbook or course content elaboration, additional guidance on assessment requirements, or general advice from other students.

Questions that are specific in nature, such as inquiries regarding assessment/assignment grades or personal accommodation requests, are NOT to be posted on this forum. If you have questions, comments, or concerns of a non- public nature, please feel free to e-mail your professor. Responses to your post will be addressed or e-mailed by the professor within 48 hours.

Before posting, please ensure that you have read all relevant course documentation, including the syllabus, assessment/assignment instructions, faculty feedback, and other important information.

Student Break Room

This communication forum allows for casual conversation with your classmates. Communication on this forum should always maintain a standard of appropriateness and respect for your fellow classmates. This forum should NOT be used to share assessment answers.

Schedule/Grading

The following pages contain a printable Course Schedule to assist you through this course. By following this schedule, you will be assured that you will complete the course within the time allotted.

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Unit I Accounting and the Business Environment [ Weight: 11% ]

Read/View: Unit I Study Guide Chapter 1: Accounting and the Business Environment

Discuss: Unit I Discussion Board 2%

Submit: Unit I Assessment 9%

Unit II Recording Business Transactions [ Weight: 11% ]

Read/View: Unit II Study Guide Chapter 2: Recording Business Transactions

Discuss: Unit II Discussion Board 2%

Submit: Unit II Assessment Proctor Approval Form

9%

Unit III The Adjusting Process [ Weight: 11% ]

Read/View: Unit III Study Guide Chapter 3: The Adjusting Process

Discuss: Unit III Discussion Board 2%

Submit: Unit III Assessment 9%

Unit IV Examining the Accounting Cycle [ Weight: 11% ]

Read/View: Unit IV Study Guide Chapter 4: Completing the Accounting Cycle

Discuss: Unit IV Discussion Board 2%

Submit: Unit IV Assessment 9%

Unit V Merchandising Operations [ Weight: 11% ]

Read/View: Unit V Study Guide Chapter 5: Merchandising Operations Chapter 6: Merchandise Inventory

Discuss: Unit V Discussion Board 2%

Submit: Unit V Assessment 9%

Unit VI Internal Control and Cash [ Weight: 11% ]

Read/View: Unit VI Study Guide Chapter 8: Internal Control and Cash

Discuss: Unit VI Discussion Board 2%

Submit: Unit VI Assessment 9%

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Unit VII Plant Assets and Intangibles [ Weight: 11% ]

Read/View: Unit VII Study Guide Chapter 10: Plant Assets, Natural Resources, and Intangibles

Discuss: Unit VII Discussion Board 2%

Submit: Unit VII Assessment Request to take Final Exam

9%

Unit VIII Liabilities [ Weight: 23% ]

Read/View: Unit VIII Study Guide Chapter 11: Current Liabilities and Payroll Chapter 14: Long-Term Liabilities

Discuss: Unit VIII Discussion Board 2%

Submit: Unit VIII Essay Final Exam

9% 12%

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Course Syllabus
Course Description
Course Textbook(s)
Course Learning Outcomes
Prerequisite(s)
Credits
Course Structure
CSU Online Library
Unit Assignments
Unit VIII Essay
APA Guidelines
Grading Rubrics
Final Examination Guidelines
Communication Forums
Schedule/Grading