INDIANA University Department of Accounting ACCOUNTING PROGRAMS
PERSPECTIVE on IU s Department of Accounting There has never been so much change, energy, and excitement in the accounting field. Recent events have emphasized the impact of accounting on our lives and the value of those who provide accounting services. The future of accounting promises even more change as Joe Fisher, Chairman Department of Accounting the world moves toward global financial reporting standards. The Department of Accounting at the Kelley School of Business is at the forefront of these developments and has invested heavily in excellent faculty and in an impressive set of programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The faculty is conducting cutting-edge research and developing new course content. The accounting faculty consistently is recognized as a leader in research output and innovation. This knowledge creation enables us to include the latest ideas, skills, and techniques in our curriculum. In addition, our clinical faculty has extensive business experience that they bring to This mix of research excellence and business experience is unbeatable. the classroom setting. This mix of research excellence and business experience is unbeatable; IU s accounting programs and research are always listed among the very best in the country. This booklet introduces you to what IU s accounting programs offer its undergraduate and graduate students.
WHY CHOOSE Indiana University? Creating a citizen of the world not just a graduate is what defines an Indiana University education. Students who choose their education at Indiana University take a major step forward in life. Not only will they find world-class faculty and degree programs, but they will also be exposed to unmatched arts and culture, have numerous opportunities to meet people from all over the world, and participate in making a difference at both a local and international level. Creating a citizen of the world not just a graduate is what defines an Indiana University education. Why Choose the Kelley School of Business? With more than 80 years of faculty and curriculum innovation, the Kelley School of Business stands as one of the country s premier business schools. In fact, a recent study conducted by the University of Texas at Dallas ranks faculty of the Kelley School of Business among the most prolific in research productivity and places our school among the top ten public programs in the United States. The Public Accounting Report, the most-cited survey of accounting programs, consistently ranks IU s graduate programs in the top ten. Why Major in Accounting at IU? The accounting program at the Kelley School of Business offers a wide range of degrees and specialties. Students can complete a bachelor s degree in four year and earn a graduate degree with an additional year of study. Faculty & Curriculum Accounting faculty at the Kelley School of Business are setting not following the trends in business. The faculty frequently publishes articles in premier accounting journals. Recently, the number of such publications placed the Kelley School of Business among the top five most productive accounting departments in the world. The IU accounting curriculum is frequently cited for its innovative methods of providing practical experience. In the graduate programs, for example, student teams work on real-world consulting projects and present recommendations to business leaders around the globe. Students As talented and articulate participants in the learning process, accounting majors have high standards and visions for the future. These young adults complement their studies with an impressive involvement in extracurricular activities, student organizations, and community service. Facilities The classroom facilities used in the accounting program are second to none. From the state-of-the-art technology center to the Graduate and Executive Education Center, few schools in the world possess a comparable level of technology. IU accounting graduates continue to be known for their technological sophistication. Careers An IU accounting degree opens the door to a myriad of career opportunities. Employers from top corporations throughout the world aggressively seek IU accounting majors based on the exceptional quality of students, faculty, and curriculum. Our accounting graduates are leaders in the business world. They are Wall Street financial consultants, CFOS of industrial corporations, and even CIA and FBI agents, to name just a few positions held by Kelley School of Business accounting graduates.
UNDERGRADUATE Program Knowledgeable, ethical accounting professionals are essential leaders in today s competitive corporate world. Kelley s undergraduate accounting major offers students the opportunity to learn about this dynamic field that is critical to success in business. By choosing a major in accounting as part of their B.S. in Business degree at Kelley, undergraduate students benefit from a strong curriculum that will help them build successful careers in auditing, corporate accounting, consulting, taxation, and governmental and not-for-profit accounting. The Kelley degree also provides a solid foundation for students interested in pursuing graduate study in business, public administration, and law. The required courses for the accounting major address a wide variety of topics, including auditing, taxation, and systems management. Students also take communication courses specifically designed to address the oral and written skills needed for success in accounting careers. As the accounting field has become increasingly complex with constantly evolving technological advancements, particularly within information systems and communications, Kelley s Accounting Department has likewise evolved to better prepare graduates to meet new expectations at a global level. As Kelley students, accounting majors benefit from the superb services offered by the school s renowned Undergraduate Career Services. Their experienced staff connects students with top recruiters in the field of accounting. To enhance students preparation for the business world, Career Services coordinates opportunities for summer internships with major corporations. Strong performance as an intern has often led to permanent placement after graduation. The placement rate into full-time positions for accounting majors ranges from 90 to 100% every year.
GRADUATE ACCO At Kelley, students have a choice as to how to spend their fifth year. A 5th Year at Kelley It Just Makes Sense No matter where students are in a program, they should think about a graduate degree in accounting. After all, it s the twenty-first century; financial laws and regulations are constantly changing, and today s firms are under increased scrutiny, making the role of financial professionals all the more vital. The demand for competent people with advanced skills in accounting and finance is high and likely to remain that way for awhile. Differentiating oneself with a graduate degree in accounting is a wise move. At Kelley, students have a choice as to how to spend their fifth year. Completing an advanced degree from a top-20 business school (and becoming eligible and prepared to sit for the CPA exam) helps differentiate students vying for positions with professional services firms and corporations throughout the world. Employment opportunities expand and self-confidence improves, while team-oriented problem-solving and critical thinking skills increase. Recruiters will notice the difference as will the students themselves. The MBA in Accounting is referred to as the 3/2 MBA. In this prestigious program, Kelley s accounting or finance majors spend three years in undergraduate study, apply for admission in their junior year, and then complete a transformational two years in graduate study earning both a BS and an MBA degree within five years. Graduates accept positions in a variety of financial services and accounting areas niche consulting, investment banking, and corporate finance as well as audit and tax services. Comparison of Two 5-Year Accounting Graduate Degree Options Years 1-3 IU Freshmen, Sophomores, and Juniors Year 4 Students with Bachelor's degrees in Business IU Seniors Students with Bachelor's degrees from Kelley 3/2 MBA (first year of 2-year program) Students take: Core curriculum Year 5 Master of Science in Accounting (MSA) (first year of study beginning after graduation) Students take classes in Audit and/or Tax 3/2 MBA (second year of 2-year program) Students major in Financial Analysis or Accounting Master of Science in Accounting (MSA) MBA in Accounting
UNTING Programs Public accounting firms expect their employees to meet the 150-hour CPA eligibility requirement. With the new Master of Science in Accounting (MSA), students will earn 30 credit hours and will be more competitive for the positions with those firms. All qualified business majors are eligible since upper-level accounting prerequisites can be completed in the summer prior to the start of the fall semester. Candidates apply for admission a year prior to the fall in which they intend to begin the program. The MSA is the perfect fifth-year program for those who are interested in starting a career in accounting. The hallmark of Kelley School of Business two graduate accounting programs is the experiential component. Given that work experience is not required for admission, we incorporate hands-on experience to provide students with the opportunity to apply what they learn in the classroom environment. The 3/2 MBA student, for instance, will engage in a Capstone Week (computer simulation) as well as a 5- to 7-week field study (in some cases overseas). A semester-long field consulting project, hosted by area firms from diverse business sectors, provides the 3/2 MBA and the MSA students with one of the most meaningful experiences of graduate school. Admission is selective, and the programs are rigorous. The admissions committee is looking for qualities comparable to those sought by recruiting firms: outstanding academic performance as an undergraduate, excellent communication skills (written and verbal), leadership skills developed in activities outside the classroom, and demonstrated soft skills that are necessary to perform both in graduate school as well as the working world. A letter from Mikel G. Tiller, Graduate Accounting Programs Chairman The graduate accounting programs at IU s Kelley School of Business are widely recognized as benchmarks among the world s elite programs in accounting. We have an enduring legacy of leadership, innovation, and impact within the academic and professional communities that we serve. World-class faculty, rigorous and unique curricula, and truly outstanding students are the winning combination for the continuing success of our graduates in consulting, professional service firms, financial service firms, and corporations. Our purpose is to significantly transform the lives of our students in a manner that broadens their perspectives, challenges and enriches their values, and creates insightful opportunities that will enable them to have a positive and meaningful impact in the business communities where they choose to work. Among our shared values are integrity, passionate engagement, and creative initiative; all values are aimed at achieving ends that are beneficial to every party with whom we do business. Experiential learning, soft-skills development, and attention to both the technical details and the human and societal implications of business activity will continue to be distinguishing aspects of graduate study in accounting at Indiana University. Oh, and did I mention rigor? It s not easy to be the best, but why would we accept less at Kelley? Tiller
FACULTY Excellence in Scholarship and Research Our nationally recognized faculty members are known for both their research and teaching excellence. Numerous published surveys note the accounting faculty s high research productivity. In addition, accounting faculty members serve as editors or on the editorial boards of over a dozen academic journals. Our faculty members are the recipients of numerous teaching awards, and several faculty members have served as valued employees of prestigious corporations. Most importantly, our faculty are committed to their students success. Hewitt M. Daniel Beneish, Ph.D., University of Chicago, 1987. CA. Professor. Sam Frumer Professor of Accounting. Research interests: earnings management, insider trading, financial distress, fraud detection. Terry L. Campbell, D.B.A., Indiana University, 1979. CPA, CMA, CITP. Clinical Professor. Research interests: multi-dimensional performance measurement systems, auditing/governance in IT-intensive environments, and decision making under uncertainty. Mark E. Evans, Ph.D., Duke University, 2008. CPA. Assistant Professor. Research interests: capital markets, corporate disclosure and governance, auditing. Joseph G. Fisher, Ph.D., Ohio State University, 1987. CPA. Department Chair. Professor. Harry C. Sauvain Chair. Research interests: managerial accounting, budgeting systems, incentive compensation, strategic cost management. Hite Jim Grandorf, MBA, Indiana University, 1964. CPA. Clinical Professor. Former senior financial officer of Exxon Corporation. Research interests: controllership best practices. David Greene, JD, Indiana University, 1974. CPA. Clinical Professor. Former Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Young & Rubicam. Former Chairman of the Board of the Indiana CPA Society. Max Hewitt, Ph.D., University of Washington, 2007. CA. Assistant Professor. Research interests: judgment and decision-making issues in financial accounting, capital markets. John W. Hill, Ph.D., University of Iowa, 1986. Arthur M. Weimer Chair and Professor of Accounting. Research interests: business valuation, healthcare reform, law and accounting. Hodder Peggy Sullivan Hite, Ph.D., University of Colorado, 1986. CPA. Professor. Research interests: taxpayer compliance, tax education, preparer-client relationship, progressivity. Leslie Hodder, Ph.D., University of Texas-Austin, 2001. CPA. Assistant Professor. Research interests: assessing the relevance and reliability of risk measurement and valuation. Patrick Hopkins, Ph.D., University of Texas-Austin, 1995. Associate Professor. Deloitte Foundation Accounting Faculty Fellow. Research interests: financial reporting, financial analyst and investor judgment, decision making. Hopkins Tom Kennedy, JD, Indiana University, 1971. MBA. Indiana University, 1969. CPA. Clinical Associate Professor. Former senior tax officer, U.S. West. Research interests: corporate taxation, mergers and acquisitions.
Laureen A. Maines, Ph.D., University of Chicago, 1990. CPA. KPMG Professor of Accounting. Editor of The Accounting Review. Research interests: experimental research in financial and managerial accounting. Malcolm J. McLelland, Ph.D., Michigan State University, 1999. CPA. Clinical Assistant Professor. Research interests: equity pricing of accounting information, optimal use of accounting discretion, and accounting labor markets. Brian P. Miller, Ph.D., The Pennsylvania State University, 2008. CPA. Assistant Professor. Research interests: financial disclosure, corporate governance, executive reputation, fraud. Maines Derek Oler, Ph.D., Cornell University, 2004. CPA. Assistant Professor. Research interests: archival accounting and finance, mergers and acquisitions. Rob Parry, Ph.D., Lehigh University, 1979. Professor. Research interests: governmental accounting, accounting education, earnings management. Marc Picconi, Ph.D., Cornell University, 2004. Assistant Professor. Research interests: earnings management, pension accounting, business ethics, capital markets. James H. Pratt, DBA, Indiana University, 1978. Alva L. Prickett Chair of Accounting. Research interests: auditing and financial reporting issues addressed using experimental methods. Sprinkle Kenny Reynolds, Ph.D., University of Missouri, 1999. Associate Professor. Research interests: audit quality, audit risk and independence; investors use of financial information. Geoffrey B. Sprinkle, Ph.D., University of Iowa, 1996. CPA. Associate Professor. Honors Program Chair. Whirlpool Facuty Fellow. Research interests: incentive compensation, experimental research in managerial accounting. Jerrold J. Stern, Ph.D., Texas A&M, 1979. Professor. Research interests: impact of tax legislation on effective marginal tax rates of corporations and individuals, tax aspects of real estate. Wahlen Mikel Tiller, DBA, Indiana University, 1980. Associate Professor. Chair of the Graduate Accounting Programs Research interests: behavioral issues in managerial accounting, auditing, accounting education. James M. Wahlen, Ph.D., University of Michigan, 1991. Professor. MBA Program Chair. James R. Hodge Chair of Excellence. Research interests: impact of financial accounting information on stock prices, financial statement analysis. Teri Lombardi Yohn, Ph.D., Indiana University, 1991. CPA. Associate Professor. Research interests: financial accounting, financial statement analysis, effect of earnings announcements on market returns and information asymmetry. Yohn
ALUMNIA Reputation for Quality, Integrity, and Success Each year both our undergraduate and graduate students enjoy placement rates that exceed those of our peer institutions. What is a university without its graduates? Alumni not only define the quality of the education disseminated within each course, but they also define the character, reputation, and soul of their department, school, and university. The Department of Accounting at the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University could not be any more grateful to and proud of its alumni, who have built a legacy of quality, integrity, and success. Thirteen of our alumni have been inducted into the Kelley School of Business Alumni Hall of Fame, and 61 are partners in the ten largest accounting firms in the United States. Each year both our undergraduate and graduate students enjoy placement rates that exceed those of our peer institutions. Our graduates are a valuable resource for the Department of Accounting and the Kelley School of Business. Countless alumni return to campus each year to participate in student presentations, corporate recruiting efforts, and mentoring programs. Several of our alumni hold leadership positions within the Kelley School of Business s Alumni Association. Fifteen percent of the National Alumni Board seats and 29 percent of the Kelley School of Business club presidencies are held by Department of Accounting alumni. The alumni of the Kelley School of Business accounting programs have built and continue to maintain a reputation for what the degree represents: quality, integrity, and success.
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ACCOUNTING PROGRAMS of Department of Accounting Kelley School of Business Indiana University 1309 East 10th Street Bloomington, IN 47405 Phone: 812-855-8966 Fax: 812-855-4985 E-mail: acctg@indiana.edu Web site: http://www.kelley.iu.edu/accounting/ Graduate Accounting Programs Kelley School of Business Indiana University Godfrey Graduate & Executive Education Center 1275 East 10th Street, Suite 2000 Bloomington, IN 47405 Phone: 812-855-7200 Fax: 812-856-4123 E-mail: acctgrad@indiana.edu Web site: kelley.iu.edu/gap