Contribution to the development of graduate attributes

The objective of this subject is based on the premise that in business, accounting information is used for

decision-making. Thus familiarity with accounting concepts, processes, reports and analysis is important. This subject equips students with fundamental knowledge and skills to deal with accounting information in the business                   environment. The subject also provides the opportunity for students to develop skills concerning the communication   and dissemination of accounting information.

This subject contributes to the development of the following graduate attributes:

Intellectual rigour and innovative problem solving

Social responsibility and cultural awareness

Professional and technical competence

This subject also contributes specifically to introduce the learning required to deliver the following Program Learning Objectives:

Apply evidence, creativity and critical reasoning to solve business problems (1. 1)

Make judgements and business decisions consistent with the principles of social responsibility, inclusion and knowledge of Indigenous peoples (3. 1)

Apply technical and professional skills to operate effectively in business (4. 1)

Teaching and learning strategies

The subject is taught in large collaborative workshops and smaller tutorials. Students should work through learning      content on Canvas before attending their workshop. The workshops will enable students to engage in hands on            activities with their peers, get assistance with problems they are experiencing and engage in discussions around          accounting within the context of national and international events. The tutorials provide an opportunity for students to   work on more advanced problems with support from their peers and tutor. Students will have access to feedback via    multiple methods – this includes automated feedback through learning activities on Canvas, feedback from educators  and peers in workshops and tutorials, and from markers/assessors on their assessment submissions. Extensive use is made of Canvas and other interactive platforms, with all learning resources posted electronically and discussion           forums providing a response within 24 hours (during business days). Please note that any online tutorials are not         recorded unless an Accessibility request is received.

Content (topics)

Introduction to the use and users of accounting information

Financial accounting: Organisational reporting, including non-financial reporting, and analysis

Management accounting: Use of information by internal business decision makers including costing, budgeting, costing volume profit analysis and relevant decision making

Introduction to analytics to make decisions using accounting information

Introduction legal principles and ethics in accounting