Bus 200: Business and Professional Communications

Explore the concept of externalities, the unintended market effects impacting third parties. Through examples of pollution and neighborhood beautification, understand how externalities can lead to market inefficiencies. Discover interventions, like taxes and subsidies, designed to align private and social costs.

Explore the pillars of accounting information: Relevance and Reliability. Understand sub-components like predictive value, timeliness, and verifiability. Discover how these qualities enhance decision-making in finance

Unpack the complexities of the 'Cost' and 'Market' concepts in financial accounting. Explore how inventory valuation impacts a business's financial health and the importance of conservative valuation in financial reporting.

Discretionary Reporting offers a deeper look into a company's finances beyond standard requirements. By voluntarily providing added details, it enhances transparency, aids stakeholders, and effectively communicates unique circumstances. But, companies must ensure consistency and uphold ethical practices

Explore essential financial instruments without diving into complexity. From Treasury bills to Federal funds, uncover the basics of short-term debt and money market tools that drive economic stability.

Explore logrolling, the exchange of reciprocal support in politics. Understand how it fosters collaboration yet can hinder policy efficiency. The balance between gaining support and ensuring transparency is crucial in this political maneuver.