Accounting Seminar: Analytical

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This course focuses on the economic models underlying information economics-based theories of the usefulness of accounting information. It will discuss a variety of models addressing the role of information in financial markets, in contracting settings, as well as their applications for accounting issues. Prerequisites: PhD level courses in microeconomics, econometrics and finance, MBA level financial accounting course, and BA 931 is required; or approval by instructor on a case-by-case basis. Strong mathematics background in calculus, statistics and algebra.