Intermediate Accounting: Part I
There are many theories about the practice of accounting, but actually incorporating those concepts into daily use is another matter. Designed for anyone wanting to better understand modern accounting principles, as well as those seeking to advance themselves professionally, this course focuses on providing you with the knowledge and skills to apply sound accounting techniques in practical ways. Through engaging online lectures and discussion forums, you’ll explore a variety of topics, including the recording, valuation and presentation of cash, temporary investments, receivables and inventories. You’ll also be introduced to accounting concepts for physical plants and equipment, intangibles, current assets and liabilities, fixed asset accounting and current obligations. By the end of this course, you’ll be able to practically apply modern accounting concepts in your job and use financial accounting data in your day-to-day decision-making process.
Learning Outcomes
- Confidently apply accounting standards
- Utilize the accounting information system
- Practice income support and revenue recognition
- Maintain balance sheets and statements of cash flows
Skills You Will Gain
- Accounting standards
- Financial statement analysis
- Accounting for cash, receivables and inventory
- Accounting for plant assets, equipment, intangible assets and liabilities
Association Credits
Section Notes
Access to your course in Canvas will be available 7 days before the course start date.
Enrollment Policies
Drop requests (withdraw with a refund) will be approved, less a $30 processing fee, if the request is received within 14 calendar days of the course start date. Click here to view complete enrollment policy information including details on withdrawals and transfers.
Refund Deadline: 04/20/2026. Refunds and/or enrollment transfers will not be approved after this date.
Students enrolling after the first day of class are expected to reach out to their instructors to make sure they receive all content and are on track with the course.
Prerequisites
Principles of Financial Accounting (Pass)
Technical Requirements
Discounts
Early Enroll Discount
Early Enroll Discount
Info Session Discount
Info Session Discount
CAAA Member Discount
CAAA Member Discount
Current members of the Cal Aggie Alumni Association (CAAA) and other UC alumni associations receive 10% off the course fee of one course per quarter, not to exceed $100. If you don't have your discount code, contact CAAA at alumni@ucdavis.edu to request it.