Cost Accounting - Adjunct

The Simon School of Business is accepting applications for academically or professionally qualified adjunct faculty members to teach an in-person Accounting course, specifically focusing on the undergraduate Cost Accounting curriculum.

Course Description
This three-credit-hour course is designed to deepen students' understanding of accounting concepts utilized by managers in decision-making processes. Students will learn to acquire, analyze, and critically evaluate both financial and non-financial information to make effective business decisions, taking into account strategic, technological, and environmental considerations.
Course Schedule

• Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays
• Time: 12:30 PM - 1:45 PM

Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities:

• Teach assigned course as specified in the schedule and course contract.
• Participate in welcome orientation to become familiar with the University's mission, academic policies and procedures, expectations, and Canvas (Learning Management System).
• Prepare essential learning objectives, lesson plans, and assignments. Develop course syllabus.
• Clearly communicate course objectives and learning outcomes, teaching methodology, and assignments and deadlines.
• Employ a variety of teaching styles in order to effectively deliver course content demonstrating both academic and real-world applications of concepts covered.
• Encourage active learning through discussion topics, class assignments, group projects, etc.
  • Provide feedback and grade assignments in a timely and thorough manner (with 24-36 hrs.).
  • Establish digital office hours to provide additional assistance with student questions/concerns.
  • Report early alerts for students who are not actively engaging in the course.
  • Additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualification: Master's degree in Accounting or a related field
• Preferred Qualification: PhD in Accounting or CMA Designation