BUS 5540 Accounting for Healthcare Professionals
(formerly BUS 554)
Healthcare Accounting will provide an in-depth investigation and study of the use and application of accounting information as related to the decision making process in the healthcare arena. Subject matter consists primarily of methods and concepts for financial reporting and techniques of current and long term asset valuation. Emphasis will be placed on the not-for-profit accounting principles and the question of equity. Topics include third party payments, legal issues, reimbursement, fund-raising; as well as managerial accounting concepts and their relevance to business decisions. There will be a large focus on the study of cost behavior, cost volume profit relationships, standard and process costs and budgeting to foster a meaningful comprehension of managerial accounting. Concentration Course.
Distribution
Business