The complete Writing Project and Presentation is found in Getting Started. Upload the portion of the project due this week. Requirements: Writing, using software, and interpreting re

The complete Writing Project and Presentation is found in Getting Started. Upload the portion of the project due this week.

Requirements:

Writing, using software, and interpreting results is a large part of your learning experience. These assignments are designed to improve your use of technology and communication skills. Using proper business English and resources from the library you will comment and share your research with your classmates. Make sure you note your source in proper APA format.

Project Information:

One of your accounting firm’s high net worth clients, Todd Caito, is considering investing a significant amount of money in a new toy manufacturing company.  The company, Turf Products, is predicting it will have the hottest toy this holiday season, based on the sales revenue it has generated the last three quarters.  Todd has provided you with the detail for the revenue account and would like you to conduct some procedures and analyze the results.  Todd is concerned the revenue figure might be overstated. 

Week 2 Writing Assignment Part 2:

This project is split into four (4) parts with one (1) part due each week of the course. Based on your readings, use of technology, research of literature, and other sources do the following:

Week 2:  Using the data file provided by Turf Products, perform some analytical tests using IDEA that you think may be necessary.  Remember there are tutorial videos on the IDEA website to assist you.  Write a 1-2 sentence explanation for each analysis you are performing and printscreen your results along with the history log when you have completed the analysis in IDEA to turn in this week.

Due Dates: This project is completed over several weeks so be sure to follow the due dates carefully.

Grading Rubric: Please refer to the grading rubric specific requirements.

Criteria

Points

Description

Content/Use of Software

0-85

Thoroughness: The software document contains related material for the topic assigned. Appropriate formulas, functions, commands, and other features of the assigned software are used to obtain accurate solutions. The report(s) submitted from the software demonstrates an understanding of the use of the software. Timeliness: Assignment submitted by the assigned due date.

Formatting

0-15

The software documents are logically organized and formatted properly for a professional look.

Library Assistance

Link to Keiser's elibrary resources:  http://kesu-verso.auto-graphics.com/MVC/

PowerPoint instruction on how to use the Keiser elibrary:   Keiser Slide show Library-Orientation-login-and-navigate-lesson1.pptx Keiser Slide show Library-Orientation-login-and-navigate-lesson1.pptx – Alternative Formats

Guidance on how to log in and use the Keiser elibrary:   KU Library login guide2014October3.pdf KU Library login guide2014October3.pdf – Alternative Formats

How to cite work from the library:   How to cite work from the library.docx  How to cite work from the library.docx – Alternative Formats

This link helps with APA format:  https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/research_and_citation/apa_style/apa_formatting_and_style_guide/general_format.html

Graded Activity:

Click on Getting Started to review the requirements for the writing project.  Then click the title link above labeled "Week 2 Writing Project – Part 2" to upload part 2 of the writing project.