AC310 Accountancy Capstone I
DESCRIPTION
This unit aims to (i) integrate, consolidate and extend functional knowledge from previous courses in management, marketing, finance, human resource management and business operations; (ii) facilitate students in applying acquired knowledge to management problems which emanate from a firm’s internal and external environment; (iii) develop team-working skills in diverse and cross-functional situations; (iv) emphasise the importance of research to practical problem solving and decision-making, (v) improve written and communication skills; and (vi) highlight the importance of ethical principles and socially responsible management practices. Throughout this unit students will be required to apply theory and research to practice and so transition from the learning environment to the professional work environment. The learning activities for this unit include studying case studies, writing brief issue paper, project work in small groups, oral presentation, and project report.
RELEVANT COURSES
*Core unit
CREDIT POINTS
10
DELIVERY MODE
On campus
Intensive
Extensive
PREREQUISITE OR CO-REQUISITE
80 credit points
UNIT LEARNING OUTCOMES
LO1 Synthesise theoretical and practical knowledge and apply it to a contemporary issue within your field of study
LO2 Critically evaluate the underlying economic and non-economic drivers affecting the internal and external
environment of organisations
LO3 Strategically appraise threats and opportunities presented by emerging issues in an ever-changing business environment
LO4 Critically evaluate and synthesise information for oral and written presentations
LO5 Work effectively to create professional quality outputs, independently and in a team environment
CONTENT
Introduction to the research process: Theory and research – theoretical foundation & literature review
Research methodology – quantitative and qualitative
Business and accounting strategies for a competitive environment
Australian accounting and business responses to the demands of competition
Business analysis tools – PEST & SWOT frameworks
Case study methodology and analysis in accounting and business
Accounting and corporate social responsibility; credibility, costs, and advantages
Accounting MNCs
Future agenda in accounting
ASSESSMENT METHODS
1. Proposal - 10%
2. Exam - 50%
3. Project Report and Oral Presentation - 40%
PRESCRIBED READINGS
Nil
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