Michael Maier, PhD, CPA, CGA

Associate Professor, Alberta School of Business - Department of Accounting and Business Analytics
Associate Dean MBA, Alberta School of Business - MBA Office
Directory

Fall Term 2026 (1970)

ACCTG 501 - Accounting for Managers

4.5 units (fi 9)(EITHER, 4.5-0-0)

This course provides an integrated introduction to financial and managerial accounting, emphasizing the role of accounting information in reporting, planning, and decision-making. Students will learn the concepts and purposes underlying financial reporting, including the preparation and interpretation of key financial statements. Students are introduced to cost behaviour, activity-based costing, and the use of relevant financial data for decisions related to production, marketing, and capital budgeting. Additional topics include budgeting, variance analysis, performance evaluation, and management compensation systems, with an emphasis on aligning accounting systems with organizational strategy.

LECTURE 800 (53504)

2026-09-01 - 2026-12-08
01:00 - 01:00



ACCTG 820A - Accounting for Executives

0 units (fi 32)(TWO TERM, 4.5-0-0)

Reporting of financial results of operations and financial positions to investors and managers; the use of accounting information for decision making. Restricted to Executive MBA students only.

LECTURE C01 (58804)

2026-09-01 - 2026-12-08
FSU 08:00 - 17:00



MMA 601 - Business Foundations and Strategic Decision Making

3 units (fi 6)(FIRST, 3-0-0)

Students are introduced to business fundamentals in the first session followed by second session that delves deep into the dynamic world of data-driven strategy, cultivating invaluable skills in utilizing data to frame decisions effectively. Restricted to students registered in the MMA Program. Non-MMA students require consent of home dept and the Masters Programs Office.

LECTURE A01 (58840)

2026-08-24 - 2026-08-28
MTRF 09:00 - 16:50

LECTURE A02 (58841)

2026-08-24 - 2026-08-28
MTRF 09:00 - 16:50

Winter Term 2027 (1980)

ACCTG 820B - Accounting for Executives

4.5 units (fi 32)(TWO TERM, 4.5-0-0)

Reporting of financial results of operations and financial positions to investors and managers; the use of accounting information for decision making. Restricted to Executive MBA students only.

LECTURE C01 (83859)

2027-01-04 - 2027-02-21
FSU 08:00 - 17:00



BUS 850 - Executive Perspectives on Governance

1.5 units (fi 32)(EITHER, 1.5-0-0)

This course explores the principles and practices of corporate governance from an executive perspective. Students examine the roles and responsibilities of boards, executives, and stakeholders in ensuring accountability, ethical leadership, and strategic oversight. Topics include governance frameworks, risk management, regulatory compliance, organizational ethics, and board-executive dynamics. Emphasis is placed on applying governance best practices to enhance organizational performance, resilience, and stakeholder trust. Restricted to Executive MBA students only.

LECTURE B01 (83853)

2027-03-19 - 2027-04-18
FSU 08:00 - 17:00