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Accounting Thought and Ethics

Postgraduate | RMI-MPAC50 | 2019

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See where accounting practice and business ethics intersect. Isolate the role of the accountant and of the person who uses the accountant’s information. Uncover ethical theories. Analyse the application of ethical principles during real case studies.

Study method
100% online
Assessments
Subject may require attendance
Entry requirements
Part of a degree
Duration
14 weeks

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Accounting Thought and Ethics

About this subject

  • Upon successful completion of this subject you will be able to:

    1. CLO1 - Describe, explain, analyse and critically evaluate the past and recent major developments in accounting theories, accounting practices and ethical issues;
    2. CLO2 - Understand the implications of differing research methods (induction and deduction) in the financial reporting context and appraise selected controversial accounting standards.
    3. CLO3 - Research, explain and justify the applications of relevant theories into complex ‘real world’ cases to solve accounting and business ethics related issues, to both accountant and non-accountant audiences; 
    4. CLO4 - Assess the role of accounting in society, and demonstrate a high level of accountability frameworks embraced in the course;
    5. CLO5 - Execute financial service practice in a responsible and ethical manner expected by the professional and organisational contexts.
    6. CLO6 - Communicate ideas and arguments clearly, logically and concisely, both verbally and in writing 

Entry requirements

To enrol in this subject, you must be admitted into a degree.

Prior study

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Additional requirements

No additional requirements

Study load

0.125 EFTSL
This is in the range of 10 to 12 hours of study each week.

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