University of Portland Bulletin 2024-2025

BUS 412 Accounting Ethics

This course focuses on ethical theory, reasoning, and critical thinking. It covers integrity, objectivity,  independence and other professional responsibilities with reference to AICPA, SEC, and various Board of Accountancy ethics rules. Students will use accounting and business cases to examine these ethical frameworks. Moral and ethical dilemmas facing accounting professionals will also be explored through an equity and justice lens.

Prerequisite

BUS 209
  • Up one level
  • 400