Overview

This unit introduces basic accounting concepts to non-accountants. The information requirements of two main groups of information users are examined - external users such as current and potential investors and internal users such as managers. This unit provides an introduction to the structure, meaning, analysis and interpretation of financial statements, … For more content click the Read More button below.

Offerings

SSA-02-CAULFIELD-BLOCK-ON

Rules

Enrolment Rule

Contacts

Chief Examiner(s)

Ms Tao Tao

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, you should be able to:
1.

demonstrate an understanding of various forms of business organisation

2.

apply financial and management accounting principles in the interpretation of financial statements

3.

measure and interpret information relating to financial performance, financial position, liquidity and risk indicators of businesses

4.

measure and interpret financial and non-financial information for managers to use in planning, decision making and control

5.

develop the ability to work effectively in a team and demonstrate the development of judgement, and skills in problem solving, critical thinking and analysis.

Teaching approach

Active learning

Assessment

1 - Within semester assessment
2 - Examination

Scheduled and non-scheduled teaching activities

Lectures
Tutorials

Workload requirements

Workload

Learning resources

Required resources
Technology resources

Other unit costs

Costs are indicative and subject to change.
Electronics, calculators and tools: $40