Accounting Science, M.A.S. Student Learning Outcomes

College Business
Major Accounting Science
Degree M.A.S.
Date Revised September 2019

Student Learning Outcomes and Proposed Methods for Collecting Data (from Assessment Plan)

Student Learning Outcomes

1. Apply accounting concepts and technology to solve problems

  • Learning Objective 1: Demonstrate appropriate knowledge of technical accounting concepts. 
  • Learning Objective 2: Develop critical thinking skills necessary to solve problems. 
  • Learning Objective 3: Support conclusions using appropriate research and authoritative pronouncements.
  • Learning Objective 4: Analyze problems with appropriate technology.

2. Demonstrate leadership and professional skills

  • Learning Objective 5: Communicate accounting and business information clearly and persuasively.
  • Learning Objective 6: Develop skills to receive and provide feedback

3. Assess decision alternatives of ethical choices

  • Learning Objective 7: Evaluate the ethical implications of increasingly complex and uncertain problems.

Methods of Assessment

  • Faculty Assessment of Learning Objectives (1-5)
  • University Alumni Surveys (1-5)
  • Periodic Faculty Review of MST program and courses (1-5)
  • Accounting Executive Advisory Board Guidance (1-5)
  • Exit Surveys (1-5)
  • AACSB Accreditation Process (1-5)

Last Updated

AAE updated January 2021

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