Academic Catalog

BA6401 ACCOUNTING THEORY

Course Code: 3126401
METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week): 3(3-0)
ECTS Credit: 10.0
Department: Business Administration
Language of Instruction: English
Level of Study: Graduate
Course Coordinator: Prof.Dr. FATMA NACÝYE CAN MUÐAN
Offered Semester: Fall Semesters.

Course Content

The aim of the course is to introduce the students to prevailing schools of thought in accounting theory. Specifýcally, the historical development of accounting theory will be covered with special emphasis on current development. The course is organized around three main topics: normative and positive accounting theories; financial reporting disclosures and ethical considerations; and income determination.