ACCT 2001 Contemporary Management Accounting
Credit Points 10
Legacy Code 200108
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Description This subject examines the role of contemporary management accounting systems and techniques as well as the factors that influence the design of these systems. Students learn about appropriate choices of the different management accounting techniques and the importance of strategy in the contemporary business environment. Students expand their knowledge by applying techniques through real-life scenarios, and analysing and make recommendations that take into account the constraints and opportunities each present. Through the design of performance measurement systems, students demonstrate skills in critical thinking and decision making valued in the accounting organisations.
School Business
Discipline Accounting
Student Contribution Band HECS Band 4 10cp
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Level Undergraduate Level 2 subject
Pre-requisite(s) FINC 1001 or ACCT 1010
Assessment
The following table summarises the standard assessment tasks for this subject. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated, where there is a difference your Learning Guide takes precedence.
| Type | Length | Percent | Threshold | Individual/Group Task |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical | Weekly | 10 | N | Individual |
| Quiz | 5 times throughout teaching term | 10 | N | Individual |
| Case Study | 2000 words | 20 | N | Group |
| Final Exam | 2 hours | 60 | Y | Individual |
Prescribed Texts
- Langfield-Smith, K, Thorne, H, Smith D & Hilton, R 2015, Management accounting: information for creating and managing value, 7th edn, McGraw-Hill Australia, North Ryde, NSW.
Teaching Periods