Accounting (649-1)

Instructors

Jeff Ng

Meeting Info

Rubloff Building 180: Thurs 8:25AM - 10:15AM

Overview of class

This course introduces accounting and corporate finance concepts of interest to lawyers. We start with an overview of the financial accounting system, considering incentives of managers issuing the financial statements. We will then analyze and interpret the information contained in financial statements, focusing on the use of accounting numbers in contracting and valuation.

Learning Objectives

1. Recognize and understand the four basic financial statements.
2. Understand the principles used to create and audit financial statements.
3. Analyze accounting information to help with decision making.
4. Apply financial analysis tools to evaluate contract terms and business valuation.

Evaluation Method

Attendance/Participation 20%, midterm exam 40%, final exam 40%

Class Materials (Required)

Bowers, Stacey L. (2024) Accounting and Corporate Finance for Lawyers. Aspen Publishing.

Class Attributes

Business/Corporate transactions an element
Commercial and Bankruptcy Law Practice Area

Enrollment Requirements

Enrollment Requirements: MSL Students are not eligible to enroll