Oct 13, 2024  
2023-2024 SCC Catalog 
    
2023-2024 SCC Catalog Archived

BAF 230 - Computers in Finance


Lecture Hours: 3 Credits: 3

Description: This course is a study of the operations of computers and available software. Spreadsheet software for financial applications, including amortization schedules, capital budgeting, and times value problems are utilized. 

Prerequisite(s): Take ACC 101  and MGT 206  with a minimum grade of C.
Course Topics:
  • Data Analytics in Accounting and Business
  • Data Preparations and Cleaning
  • Modeling and Evaluation of Data
  • Generating Key Performance Indicators
  • Financial Statement Analysis
  • Using Spreadsheet ad Data Analytic Software
  • Capital Budgeting and Time Value of Money

Textbooks:
Textbook information can be found on the Book Inn website
Grading System:
An overall grade of C or higher is required for transferability.

A = 90 - 100
B = 80 - 89
C = 70 - 79
D = 60 - 69
F =   0 - 59


Student Learning Outcomes:
  • Demonstrate and identify data needs based on the purpose and scope.
  • Evaluate and model data.
  • Analyze data for performance indicators.
  • Create reports for decision makers.
  • Demonstrate analytical usage of Tableau, Excel and Power V1.
  • Calculate and analyze financial statements.
  • Apply visualization and summaries to share results.
  • Analyze audit data analytics. 

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  • Identity Verification
  • Required materials for all online courses
  • Mandatory Attendance Requirement
  • Orientation and Support
  • Proctored Exams

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  • Academic Integrity
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  • Attendance
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