A Series of Accounting Case Studies: Macy's Inc. and Other Notable Financial Events

Author

Emelyn DarnellFollow

Date of Award

Summer 7-27-2024

Document Type

Undergraduate Thesis

Department

Accountancy

First Advisor

Victoria Dickinson

Second Advisor

Mark Wilder

Relational Format

Thesis

Abstract

This thesis is a compilation of six case studies focusing on financial accounting and analysis of current events in the accounting world. These were completed under the direction and supervision of Dr. Victoria Dickinson through the Honors Accountancy 420 course. Four case studies included in this compilation are analyses of Macy’s Inc. through different accounting lenses. The case studies analyzing Macy’s Inc. were done in groups in the fall semester of 2022. Our group prepared an Operational Risk Assessment, analyzed Macy’s audit risk, and comprised possible solutions to decrease risk. We also discussed Macy’s current ESG and cybersecurity procedures and proposed possible tax benefits and credits. At the end of the semester, our group presented our findings to a group of other students, accounting professionals, faculty and staff members, and even the signing partner of the Macy’s Inc. audit committee. This experience helped prepare us for internships with accounting firms and gain experience communicating with tenured accounting professionals. In the spring semester, we were provided with three unique prompts discussing current and historical economic events. These case studies helped improve our research ability and opportunities for individual analysis and educated us on historical economic events. This alternative capstone was instrumental in my professional and academic development.

Recommended Citation

Darnell, Emelyn, "A Series of Accounting Case Studies: Macy's Inc. and Other Notable Financial Events" (2024). Honors Theses. 3158.
https://egrove.olemiss.edu/hon_thesis/3158

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