DPA 601 / Advanced Accounting Topics

3 unit(s)

Prerequisite(s): Registration in the Graduate Diploma in Professional Accountancy program.

This course extends the knowledge base of earlier accounting courses and focuses on the integration of accounting issues through case studies. The main objectives of the course are: (1) to discuss and evaluate selected advanced accounting and financial reporting issues, emphasizing fundamental principles and concepts, as well as technical competency; (2) to develop case analysis and writing capabilities; (3) to incorporate other areas of study such as International Financial Accounting Standards (IFRS) and Accounting Standards for Private Entities ASPE), into the accounting context through comprehensive cases.