Chapter 14 Overview
Topics
- Using Financial Information and Accounting
Objectives
By the end of this week you will be able to...
- Describe why financial reports and accounting information are important and who uses them.
- Explain the differences between public and private accountants and how federal legislations has affected their work.
- List the six steps in the accounting cycle.
- Discuss the terms a balance sheet describes the financial condition of an organization.
- Describe how technology management and planning help companies optimize their information technology systems.
- Discuss the leading trends in information technology.
Weekly Schedule
| Activity | Estimated time required |
|---|---|
| Reading: Chapter 14 | 1 hour |
| Discussion: Week 14 | 45 minutes |
| Assignment: Week 14 | 45 minutes |
| Quiz: Chapter 14 | 45 minutes |