Students can analyze accounting transactions (via debits and credits), prepare income statements, statements of retained earnings, and balance sheets. They learn about the accounting cycle (analyzing business transactions, recording them in the general journal, posting to the general ledger, making adjustments to account balances, preparing financial statements, and closing some accounts). They can do this manually. Students also know about financial ratios and they can analyze financial statements. Students also study about the environmental, social, and governance (ESG) responsibility of business to society and the planet (via non-financial disclosures). The class studies US GAAP, but we are open to exploring IFRS accounting rules, as well. The instructor plans to also include in this project a class from another US university or a foreign university.

Does your organization have a management accounting challenge you want to tackle? In this project, student-consultants working in teams will apply their accounting skills in managerial decision-making towards a challenge in the areas of planning and controlling operations pertinent to your organization. Areas assessed might include cost terminology and behavior; break-even analysis; relevant costs; master budgeting with an emphasis on cash flow and income projection; responsibility accounting systems and variance analysis. The students will develop a report for your organization upon completion of the project. The instructor plans to also include in this project a class from another university from the USA or abroad.

Does your organization have a management accounting challenge you want to tackle? In this project, student-consultants working in teams will apply their accounting skills in managerial decision-making towards a challenge in the areas of planning and controlling operations pertinent to your organization. Areas assessed might include cost terminology and behavior; break-even analysis; relevant costs; master budgeting with an emphasis on cash flow and income projection; responsibility accounting systems and variance analysis. The students will develop a report for your organization upon completion of the project.

This experience is designed for senior undergraduate students completing their capstone internship requirement in a criminal justice undergraduate program at Salem State Univesity in Salem, Massachusetts. They are ready to apply their academic knowledge in real-world settings. Learners have a foundational understanding of law enforcement, court procedures, and correctional systems, and are eager to engage in practical projects that enhance their problem-solving and analytical skills. By collaborating with industry professionals, students can contribute to meaningful projects that address current challenges within criminal justice agencies. While compensation is not required for participation, some partners may choose to offer a stipend or honorarium to support student involvement. To help us better understand the range of opportunities available, we ask whether you are open to providing compensation—though this is entirely optional and will not impact your ability to participate.