| Offered at: | (Residential) |
|---|---|
| Offerings: | Trimester 2 |
| Cohort rule: | (For Doctor of Business Administration students only) |
| Unit chair: | S Scarparo |
| Prerequisite: | Nil |
| Corequisite: | Nil |
| Incompatible with: | MPA951 |
| Note: Students must register their expression of interest with the Deakin Management Centre. Places are limited. Successful applicants will have their enrolment confirmed approximately two months prior to commencement. Online teaching methods require internet access. Please refer to the most current computer specifications. | |
Content
The unit aims to develop a participant's ability to read, interpret and use corporate financial reports and other relevant information such as internal accounting reports. The unit is primarily concerned with developing a strong understanding of accounting concepts and issues from perspectives both internal and external to the entity. This understanding can then be applied to a range of theoretical and practical problems often encountered by managers. The participant's appreciation of the complexities of financial measurement, accounting policy selection, and techniques of managerial accounting is developed using case studies and practical problems. No previous accounting background is assumed.
Assessment
Written Assignment 1 3000 words 30%, Written Assignment 2 5000 words 40%, Examination 2 hours 30%
Unit Fee Information
| Student Contribution Rate* | Student Contribution Rate** | Fee rate - Domestic Students | Fee rate - International students |
| $1260 | $1260 | $2875 | $3589 |
* Rate for all CSP students, except for those who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
** Rate for CSP students who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
Please note: Unit fees listed do not apply to Deakin Prime students.