global business

Accounting is becoming a global business language. Provide some evidence of this assertion. What are some of the implications of this trend?   

Do research on the Internet and show the reference for the information. Don't forget to also respond to a colleague's posts.

Professor’s Note: In addition to searching the Internet for text related to this discussion, please watch the following videos (click on the following link to access these videos) and post your comments.    

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4kIWqDK4j5Q Why Study Accounting? 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ge7Ofw2EHiQ Why Accounting Is the Language of Business

Grading Criteria: Try to add information not previously discussed by others. Please, provide factual information (not merely opinions) backed up by details or examples. Your comments should be in your own words and include references. 

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