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School:

Huddersfield Business School

Credit Rating:

20

Level (including FHEQ):

H (FHEQ Level 6)

Graded or Non Graded:

Graded

Version Valid From:

2023-09-01

Module Leader:

Kirsten Jones

Version Number

2024.02

Learning Methods

Lecture

Tutorial and Project Supervision

Guided Independent Study

Synopsis

An integrative module addressing the holistic nature of accounting issues and looking at current issues in a wider context.

An integrative module addressing the holistic nature of accounting issues and looking at current issues in a wider context.

Learning Strategy

The module will adopt a range of learning strategies. Lectures will provide introduction to ideas and concepts. The tutorials will aim to develop this information in a more practical context, and students will be expected to refer to real examples from newspapers and television. Students will be expected to work… For more content click the Read More button below.

Outline Syllabus

The module gives the students the opportunity to investigate current topics in their subject areas in more detail than is possible during the subject specific classes. It will also include support and guidance to introduce professional accountancy careers and look at different elements of the recruitment process in detail. Students… For more content click the Read More button below.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this module students will
1.
Understand the importance of career planning and the career planning process.
2.
Understand the importance of personal and professional development.
3.
Analyse current issues in a range of areas relevant to accounting and finance, and from that analysis demonstrate an understanding of their studies in the context of the global economy.
4.
Make an effective précis (orally and in writing) of complex situations, be able to present information clearly and concisely, and be able to respond to questions arising from that presentation.
5.
Work effectively as a member of a team.
6.
Demonstrate skills of data gathering, literature search and critical analysis of academic literature.

Formative Assessment

Assessment 1: Other

Summative Assessment

Assessment 1: Presentation

Assessment Criteria

The assessment for criteria is as set out in the Huddersfield Business School Assessment Guidelines. The guidelines provide criteria for the assessment of both coursework’s and examinations.

The assessment for criteria is as set out in the Huddersfield Business School Assessment Guidelines. The guidelines provide criteria for the assessment of both coursework’s and examinations.

My Reading

Reading List