Knowledge of accounting concepts and the framework of accounting for economic activity has long been a necessary part of the educational preparation for careers in business. Accounting data is a fundamental information source for decision-making and control purposes in both profit-seeking and nonprofit organizations. The growing complexity and globalization of business, as well as the need for more effective and efficient approaches to business problem solving, increases the demand for accounting knowledge. Metropolitan State University offers a comprehensive accounting curriculum that focuses on core accounting disciplines intended to develop a common body of accounting knowledge.