Honors Theses
Date of Award
Spring 5-9-2020
Document Type
Undergraduate Thesis
Department
Accountancy
First Advisor
Victoria Dickinson
Relational Format
Dissertation/Thesis
Abstract
The Sally McDonnell Barksdale Honors College gives students of the Patterson School of Accountancy the unique opportunity to undergo an alternative thesis process. I completed two classes, one in each semester of my third year, in which I studied technical accounting and financial reporting through case studies. These case studies required that I research multiple aspects of the accounting field, including data analytics, financial statements and other accounting principles. In addition, Dr. Dickinson invited accounting professionals from prominent accounting firms to our class to give honors students the opportunity to learn and network.
I could not be any more grateful for the opportunity to pursue and alternative thesis route. Not only was it beneficial to learn about the principles and theories of accounting in-depth, but the chance to interact with real professionals was invaluable. Dr. Dickinson took the time to schedule Big 4 and regional firms to come present to our class 6 times per semester, and I truly think it increased my likelihood of getting an internship.
I recently returned from a Big 4 audit internship in New York City, where I have accepted a full-time offer upon completion of my Master’s degree and CPA. The following review of accounting through case studies is a reflection of my growth and success over the time at the University of Mississippi and as a student of the SMBHC and PSOA.
Recommended Citation
Clancy, Sarah, "A Comprehensive Analysis of Financial Reporting Through Case Studies" (2020). Honors Theses. 1312.
https://egrove.olemiss.edu/hon_thesis/1312
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