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Overview

This unit is designed for you if you are undertaking the accounting major. It will provide an introduction to financial accounting guided by the Conceptual Framework and Accounting Standards. Emphasis is placed on accounting processes, practices and policies that enable financial statements to be prepared. You will integrate theoretical and … For more content click the Read More button below.

Offerings

S1-01-CLAYTON-ON-CAMPUS

S2-01-CLAYTON-ON-CAMPUS

Rules

Enrolment Rule

Contacts

Chief Examiner(s)

Ms Chenlan Song

Dr Christofer Adrian

Learning outcomes

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

identify and analyse measurement systems and their relationship with the accounting Conceptual Framework

2.

apply the principles of double-entry and accrual accounting

3.

describe and apply definitions and recognition criteria for assets, liabilities, incomes and expenses as specified in the Conceptual Framework

4.

apply principles of selected Accounting Standards and prepare financial statements for business entities including service and retail organisations

5.

apply critical thinking, problem solving, and communication skills within corporate financial reporting topics.

Teaching approach

Problem-based learning

Active learning

Case-based teaching

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