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ACCT20077 Accounting for Management Decision Making
Accounting for Management Decision Making
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Corrections

Unit Profile Correction added on 26-06-24

The assessment task 3 in the unit profile should be named "Take Home Assessment". Other details such as description and due date are the same.

General Information

Overview

This unit introduces you to the techniques and information provided by accounting information systems to resolve managerial problems. In this unit you will examine the managing and reporting of a company’s financial position, financial performance and cash flows. You will analyse and interpret a company’s financial statements, and examine the different forms of cost-volume-profit analysis. You will also examine full costing and budgeting techniques, capital investment strategies and current trends and issues in accounting.

Details

Career Level: Postgraduate
Unit Level: Level 8
Credit Points: 6
Student Contribution Band: 10
Fraction of Full-Time Student Load: 0.125

Pre-requisites or Co-requisites

There are no requisites for this unit.

Important note: Students enrolled in a subsequent unit who failed their pre-requisite unit, should drop the subsequent unit before the census date or within 10 working days of Fail grade notification. Students who do not drop the unit in this timeframe cannot later drop the unit without academic and financial liability. See details in the Assessment Policy and Procedure (Higher Education Coursework).

Offerings For Term 2 - 2024

Brisbane
Melbourne
Online
Sydney

Attendance Requirements

All on-campus students are expected to attend scheduled classes – in some units, these classes are identified as a mandatory (pass/fail) component and attendance is compulsory. International students, on a student visa, must maintain a full time study load and meet both attendance and academic progress requirements in each study period (satisfactory attendance for International students is defined as maintaining at least an 80% attendance record).

Class and Assessment Overview

Recommended Student Time Commitment

Each 6-credit Postgraduate unit at CQUniversity requires an overall time commitment of an average of 12.5 hours of study per week, making a total of 150 hours for the unit.

Class Timetable

Bundaberg, Cairns, Emerald, Gladstone, Mackay, Rockhampton, Townsville
Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, Sydney

Assessment Overview

1. Online Quiz(zes)
Weighting: 10%
2. Practical and Written Assessment
Weighting: 30%
3. Take Home Exam
Weighting: 60%

Assessment Grading

This is a graded unit: your overall grade will be calculated from the marks or grades for each assessment task, based on the relative weightings shown in the table above. You must obtain an overall mark for the unit of at least 50%, or an overall grade of 'pass' in order to pass the unit. If any 'pass/fail' tasks are shown in the table above they must also be completed successfully ('pass' grade). You must also meet any minimum mark requirements specified for a particular assessment task, as detailed in the 'assessment task' section (note that in some instances, the minimum mark for a task may be greater than 50%). Consult the University's Grades and Results Policy for more details of interim results and final grades.

Previous Student Feedback

Feedback, Recommendations and Responses

Every unit is reviewed for enhancement each year. At the most recent review, the following staff and student feedback items were identified and recommendations were made.

Feedback from Student feedback on CQU Success and informal communication with the UC

Feedback

Students made several comments about the textbook used in ACCT20077 to be hard to read and understand. Also, there are mistakes in examples included in many chapters which confuses students more.

Recommendation

The UC will work with the libraries to find an alternative textbook which is more relevant and suitable for the unit.

Unit Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
  1. Analyse and interpret the information provided from an accounting information system
  2. Critically analyse standard management problems, and using appropriate accounting analytical techniques, correctly determine the appropriate parameters for a management decision
  3. Demonstrate an advanced knowledge of accounting tools and techniques for assisting managerial decision making by being able to critically analyse and report on the range of appropriate accounting methods applicable to a given management decision making problem
  4. Demonstrate accuracy in presenting or analysing accounting information in a range of business management problems presented in this unit.
Alignment of Learning Outcomes, Assessment and Graduate Attributes
N/A Level
Introductory Level
Intermediate Level
Graduate Level
Professional Level
Advanced Level

Alignment of Assessment Tasks to Learning Outcomes

Assessment Tasks Learning Outcomes
1 2 3 4
1 - Online Quiz(zes) - 10%
2 - Practical and Written Assessment - 30%
3 - Take Home Exam - 60%

Alignment of Graduate Attributes to Learning Outcomes

Graduate Attributes Learning Outcomes
1 2 3 4
1 - Knowledge
2 - Communication
3 - Cognitive, technical and creative skills
4 - Research
5 - Self-management
6 - Ethical and Professional Responsibility
7 - Leadership
8 - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultures

Alignment of Assessment Tasks to Graduate Attributes

Assessment Tasks Graduate Attributes
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
1 - Online Quiz(zes) - 10%
2 - Practical and Written Assessment - 30%
3 - Take Home Exam - 60%
Textbooks and Resources

Textbooks

Prescribed

Accounting An Introduction

Edition: 9 (2023)
Authors: Atrill, McLaney, Cong, O'Leary
Pearson
VIC , Australia
ISBN: 9780655708414

If you are having issues accessing the eBook at the Library website, both paper and eBook copies can be purchased at the CQUni Bookshop here: http://bookshop.cqu.edu.au (search on the Unit code)

Binding: eBook

If you are having issues accessing the eBook at the Library website, both paper and eBook copies can be purchased at the CQUni Bookshop here: http://bookshop.cqu.edu.au (search on the Unit code)

Additional Textbook Information

From Term 2 2024, the textbook of ACCT20077 is the 9th Edition of the "Accounting: An Introduction" by Atrill, McLaney, Cong, O'Leary.

In term 1 2024, the prescribed textbook is the 8th edition of the same book.

IT Resources

You will need access to the following IT resources:
  • CQUniversity Student Email
  • Internet
  • Unit Website (Moodle)
Referencing Style

All submissions for this unit must use the referencing style: American Psychological Association 7th Edition (APA 7th edition)

For further information, see the Assessment Tasks.

Teaching Contacts
Mai Nguyen Unit Coordinator
t.nguyen8@cqu.edu.au
Schedule
Week 1 Begin Date: 08 Jul 2024

Module/Topic

Introduction to Accounting

Chapter

1

Events and Submissions/Topic

Assessment Task 1: Online Trial Test

Week 2 Begin Date: 15 Jul 2024

Module/Topic

Measuring and Reporting Financial Position

Chapter

2

Events and Submissions/Topic

Assessment Task 1: Online Test 1

Week 3 Begin Date: 22 Jul 2024

Module/Topic

Measuring and Reporting Financial Performance

Chapter

3

Events and Submissions/Topic

Assessment Task 1: Online Test 2

Week 4 Begin Date: 29 Jul 2024

Module/Topic

Introduction to Limited Companies

Chapter

4

Events and Submissions/Topic

Assessment Task 1: Online Test 3

Week 5 Begin Date: 05 Aug 2024

Module/Topic

Regulatory Framework for Companies

Chapter

5

Events and Submissions/Topic

Assessment Task 1: Online Test 4

Vacation Week Begin Date: 12 Aug 2024

Module/Topic

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Week 6 Begin Date: 19 Aug 2024

Module/Topic

Measuring and Reporting Cash Flows

Chapter

6

Events and Submissions/Topic

Assessment Task 1: Online Test 5

Week 7 Begin Date: 26 Aug 2024

Module/Topic

Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainability Reporting

Chapter

7

Events and Submissions/Topic

Assessment Task 1: Online Test 6

Week 8 Begin Date: 02 Sep 2024

Module/Topic

Analysis and Interpretation of Financial Statements

Chapter

8

Events and Submissions/Topic

Assessment Task 1: Online Test 7

 

Week 9 Begin Date: 09 Sep 2024

Module/Topic

Cost-Volume-Profit Analysis and Relevant Costing

Chapter

9

Events and Submissions/Topic

Assessment Task 1: Online Test 8

Practical and Written Assessment Due: Week 9 Monday (9 Sep 2024) 11:45 pm AEST


Assessment task 2 Due: Week 9 Monday (9 Sept 2024) 11:45 pm AEST
Week 10 Begin Date: 16 Sep 2024

Module/Topic

Full Costing

Chapter

10

Events and Submissions/Topic

Assessment Task 1: Online Test 9

Week 11 Begin Date: 23 Sep 2024

Module/Topic

Budgeting

Chapter

11

Events and Submissions/Topic

Assessment Task 1: Online Test 10

Week 12 Begin Date: 30 Sep 2024

Module/Topic

Revision

Chapter

Topic 1-11

Events and Submissions/Topic

Review/Exam Week Begin Date: 07 Oct 2024

Module/Topic

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Exam Week Begin Date: 14 Oct 2024

Module/Topic

Chapter

Events and Submissions/Topic

Assessment task 3 Due: Exam Week Monday (14 Oct 2024) 11:45 pm AEST
Assessment Tasks

1 Online Quiz(zes)

Assessment Title
ASSESSMENT TASK 1

Task Description

Each of the 10 on-line tests is worth 1% of the total grade for the unit. The on-line tests will be open on a weekly basis from weeks 1 to 11, with week 1 being a trial on-line test (ungraded) to get the students familiar with the process. The quizzes will be open at 12.00 PM AEST Wednesday and close at 11.45 PM AEST Wednesday in the following week.

The materials assessed in each on-line test will be on key concepts to be covered in the upcoming week's workshop. For example, on-line Test 1 (open on the Wednesday of week 1 and close on Wednesday of week 2) will assess the content to be taught in week 2. The purpose of the on-line test is to enable the students to prepare for the workshop prior to listening to the recorded lecture and undertaking the weekly zoom workshop activities. This will allow students to grasp the material covered during the workshop, engage effectively their peers, and create a good learning environment in the workshop.

You will have multiple attempts for each on-line test, and you have 20 minutes to complete the task. Each test will consist of 10 multiple choice questions.


Number of Quizzes

11


Frequency of Quizzes

Weekly


Assessment Due Date

Due every week from week 2 to week 11


Return Date to Students

The quizzes are automatically marked by Moodle and the results will be released immediately after submission. Students can check the answers by logging to Moodle.


Weighting
10%

Assessment Criteria

The assessment criteria for this weekly online assessment includes the ability to read and understand the basic accounting concepts in the relevant chapter by reading through the lecture slides provided and a brief review of the specific chapter in the text book, that will equip the students to better understand the Lecture and then actively engage in the workshops.

The online quick will be marked electronically and will assess students on their ability to understand the basic concepts outlined in the Lecture slides provided.


Referencing Style

Submission

No submission method provided.


Submission Instructions
Submit within 20 minutes from starting time. You will have multiple attempts for each test. Please start the test at least half an hour before it closes at 11.45pm on Wednesday. The test closes at 11.45pm and the system will log you out automatically.

Graduate Attributes
  • Knowledge
  • Communication
  • Self-management
  • Ethical and Professional Responsibility


Learning Outcomes Assessed
  • Analyse and interpret the information provided from an accounting information system
  • Critically analyse standard management problems, and using appropriate accounting analytical techniques, correctly determine the appropriate parameters for a management decision
  • Demonstrate an advanced knowledge of accounting tools and techniques for assisting managerial decision making by being able to critically analyse and report on the range of appropriate accounting methods applicable to a given management decision making problem
  • Demonstrate accuracy in presenting or analysing accounting information in a range of business management problems presented in this unit.

2 Practical and Written Assessment

Assessment Title
Assessment task 2

Task Description

This assessment is a group assignment of TWO to THREE students. Students will form a group and register their groups on Moodle for submission and grading (further instructions will be provided at the beginning of the term).

The assessment task consists of two parts - PART A and PART B.

Part A (10%) is a written assignment and assesses foundation accounting issues and student's knowledge about financial statements.

Part B (20%) requires students to analyse and interpret the annual reports and financial statements, then do a comparative analysis using ratio and trend analysis of prescribed companies and write an executive report in order to make an investment or a management decision.


Assessment Due Date

Week 9 Monday (9 Sept 2024) 11:45 pm AEST

Online via Moodle


Return Date to Students

Week 11 Wednesday (25 Sept 2024)

Results and feedback will be provided via Moodle


Weighting
30%

Assessment Criteria

The assessment criteria for both Part A and Part B of this assessment includes the ability to interpret, analyze and report on the performance of an organization presented in the financial reports.

Students will also be assessed on the ability to analyze and report on the usefulness of financial accounting and reporting for evaluating the value of the organization's securities (including debt and equity).

When preparing for the assignment, students should refer to specific assessment criteria outlined within the assignment as well as to any relevant advice posted in Moodle by the Unit Coordinator.


Referencing Style

Submission

No submission method provided.


Submission Instructions
Students will submit their reports via a submission link on Moodle. Only ONE online submission is required for each group

Graduate Attributes
  • Knowledge
  • Communication
  • Cognitive, technical and creative skills
  • Self-management
  • Ethical and Professional Responsibility
  • Leadership


Learning Outcomes Assessed
  • Analyse and interpret the information provided from an accounting information system
  • Critically analyse standard management problems, and using appropriate accounting analytical techniques, correctly determine the appropriate parameters for a management decision
  • Demonstrate an advanced knowledge of accounting tools and techniques for assisting managerial decision making by being able to critically analyse and report on the range of appropriate accounting methods applicable to a given management decision making problem
  • Demonstrate accuracy in presenting or analysing accounting information in a range of business management problems presented in this unit.

3 Take Home Exam

Assessment Title
Assessment task 3

Task Description

The take-home assessment is open-book and will be scheduled during the university exam period. You will be advised during the term of the scheduled date and time of the take-home assessment.

The take-home assessment will involve:

1. Downloading a document from Moodle that contains the questions,

2. Completing answers to these questions in a Word/PDF document, and

3. Submitting your document in Moodle.

Further information on the take-home assessment will be available in Moodle in Week 10.


Assessment Due Date

Exam Week Monday (14 Oct 2024) 11:45 pm AEST

This assessment will occur during the exam week. Students will be provided 5 hours to undertake the take-home exam. This includes reading time and time to download and upload exams.


Return Date to Students

The result of the final assessment will be released after grade certification date


Weighting
60%

Assessment Criteria

No Assessment Criteria


Referencing Style

Submission

No submission method provided.


Graduate Attributes
  • Knowledge
  • Communication
  • Cognitive, technical and creative skills
  • Self-management
  • Ethical and Professional Responsibility


Learning Outcomes Assessed
  • Analyse and interpret the information provided from an accounting information system
  • Critically analyse standard management problems, and using appropriate accounting analytical techniques, correctly determine the appropriate parameters for a management decision
  • Demonstrate an advanced knowledge of accounting tools and techniques for assisting managerial decision making by being able to critically analyse and report on the range of appropriate accounting methods applicable to a given management decision making problem
  • Demonstrate accuracy in presenting or analysing accounting information in a range of business management problems presented in this unit.

Academic Integrity Statement

As a CQUniversity student you are expected to act honestly in all aspects of your academic work.

Any assessable work undertaken or submitted for review or assessment must be your own work. Assessable work is any type of work you do to meet the assessment requirements in the unit, including draft work submitted for review and feedback and final work to be assessed.

When you use the ideas, words or data of others in your assessment, you must thoroughly and clearly acknowledge the source of this information by using the correct referencing style for your unit. Using others’ work without proper acknowledgement may be considered a form of intellectual dishonesty.

Participating honestly, respectfully, responsibly, and fairly in your university study ensures the CQUniversity qualification you earn will be valued as a true indication of your individual academic achievement and will continue to receive the respect and recognition it deserves.

As a student, you are responsible for reading and following CQUniversity’s policies, including the Student Academic Integrity Policy and Procedure. This policy sets out CQUniversity’s expectations of you to act with integrity, examples of academic integrity breaches to avoid, the processes used to address alleged breaches of academic integrity, and potential penalties.

What is a breach of academic integrity?

A breach of academic integrity includes but is not limited to plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion, cheating, contract cheating, and academic misconduct. The Student Academic Integrity Policy and Procedure defines what these terms mean and gives examples.

Why is academic integrity important?

A breach of academic integrity may result in one or more penalties, including suspension or even expulsion from the University. It can also have negative implications for student visas and future enrolment at CQUniversity or elsewhere. Students who engage in contract cheating also risk being blackmailed by contract cheating services.

Where can I get assistance?

For academic advice and guidance, the Academic Learning Centre (ALC) can support you in becoming confident in completing assessments with integrity and of high standard.

What can you do to act with integrity?