The course aims to provide a broad introduction to the study of fundamental accounting principles. By the end of this course, students are expected to have attained the following objectives:
1. To provide knowledge in the basic principles of accounting.
2. To furnish an appreciation of basic bookkeeping and transaction analysis.
3. To ensure an understanding of journals, ledgers and the steps of the accounting cycle.
4. To know how to account for asset, liability and ownership accounts and comprehend financial statements.
5. To yield a degree of competence in the application of accounting principles.
6. To demonstrate a degree of competence in critical thinking.
Note: Students will demonstrate achievement of course learning objectives by completion of homework assignments, projects and presentation, class discussions and activities, quizzes and/or examinations.

