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ACCT 6219 - Leadership Skills for the Accounting Professional

Credits: 2

This course examines key elements of business leadership for those entering the accounting profession. It involves the analysis of technical accounting principles, market trends, and historical business events in the context of business decision-making. It provides students with an opportunity to actively engage in group discussions on the following topics: leading others, making ethical decisions, leading organizational change, connecting financial analysis with business strategy, and leading through innovation. Students develop their personal skills in team building, effective business presentations, and business writing. Students also learn other skills that enhance their leadership effectiveness, including the use of emotional intelligence and navigating organizational governance and power structures. Prerequisite: Currently enrolled in the M.S.A. program.


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