General Information
An introduction to financial accounting principles and practices critical for executive decision-making and the management of these organisational processes. Importantly, the approach to this subject is a focus on the use of accounting information, rather than how it is created. The overall aim is to develop financial literacy necessary for managers and executives to make informed strategic decisions.
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Details
Academic unit: Bond Business School Subject code: EXEC71-016 Subject title: Financial Accounting and Analysis Subject level: Postgraduate Semester/Year: September 2019 Credit points: 10.000 -
Delivery & attendance
Timetable: https://bond.edu.au/timetable Delivery mode: Intensive Workload items: - Seminar: x8 (Total hours: 36) - Seminars 1 to 4 (4hr per session Intensive Mode)
- Personal Study Hours: x12 (Total hours: 84) - Recommended study time & reviewing materials
Attendance and learning activities: Attendance at all scheduled sessions is expected. Students are expected to notify the instructor of any absences with as much advance notice as possible. -
Resources
Prescribed resources: Books
- Duncan, Keith and McNamara, Ray (2016). Accounting for Decision-Making. 8.1.1, Scottsdale, AZ BookPatch LLC, The 337
iLearn@Bond & Email: iLearn@Bond is the online learning environment at Bond University and is used to provide access to subject materials, lecture recordings and detailed subject information regarding the subject curriculum, assessment and timing. Both iLearn and the Student Email facility are used to provide important subject notifications. Additionally, official correspondence from the University will be forwarded to students’ Bond email account and must be monitored by the student. To access these services, log on to the Student Portal from the Bond University website as www.bond.edu.au
| Academic unit: | Bond Business School |
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| Subject code: | EXEC71-016 |
| Subject title: | Financial Accounting and Analysis |
| Subject level: | Postgraduate |
| Semester/Year: | September 2019 |
| Credit points: | 10.000 |
| Timetable: | https://bond.edu.au/timetable |
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| Delivery mode: | Intensive |
| Workload items: |
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| Attendance and learning activities: | Attendance at all scheduled sessions is expected. Students are expected to notify the instructor of any absences with as much advance notice as possible. |
| Prescribed resources: | Books
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| iLearn@Bond & Email: | iLearn@Bond is the online learning environment at Bond University and is used to provide access to subject materials, lecture recordings and detailed subject information regarding the subject curriculum, assessment and timing. Both iLearn and the Student Email facility are used to provide important subject notifications. Additionally, official correspondence from the University will be forwarded to students’ Bond email account and must be monitored by the student. To access these services, log on to the Student Portal from the Bond University website as www.bond.edu.au |
Enrolment requirements
| Requisites: |
Nil |
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| Assumed knowledge: |
Assumed knowledge is the minimum level of knowledge of a subject area that students are assumed to have acquired through previous study. It is the responsibility of students to ensure they meet the assumed knowledge expectations of the subject. Students who do not possess this prior knowledge are strongly recommended against enrolling and do so at their own risk. No concessions will be made for students’ lack of prior knowledge.
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| Restrictions: |
Nil |
Assurance of learning
Assurance of Learning means that universities take responsibility for creating, monitoring and updating curriculum, teaching and assessment so that students graduate with the knowledge, skills and attributes they need for employability and/or further study.
At Bond University, we carefully develop subject and program outcomes to ensure that student learning in each subject contributes to the whole student experience. Students are encouraged to carefully read and consider subject and program outcomes as combined elements.
Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)
Program Learning Outcomes provide a broad and measurable set of standards that incorporate a range of knowledge and skills that will be achieved on completion of the program. If you are undertaking this subject as part of a degree program, you should refer to the relevant degree program outcomes and graduate attributes as they relate to this subject.
Subject Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
On successful completion of this subject the learner will be able to:
- Demonstrate the impact of financial information on value.
- Critically analyse the impact of context on accrual decisions and the implication for the financial statements.
- Critically analyse financial performance using contemporary analysis techniques to show the impact on market value.
- Justify recommendations to the board regarding the reporting of financial performance and position, balancing contextual, contractual and governance constraints with strategic objectives.
- Demonstrate the ability to co-operate as a member and/or a leader in a team that completes a financial analysis project.
- Articulate ideas, decisions, recommendations and other information in a clear, concise professional report.
- Deliver a clear, concise, well-organised presentation to explain the results of their project and the methods and analysis used.
Generative Artificial Intelligence in Assessment
The University acknowledges that Generative Artificial Intelligence (Gen-AI) tools are an important facet of contemporary life. Their use in assessment is considered in line with students’ development of the skills and knowledge which demonstrate learning outcomes and underpin study and career success. Instructions on the use of Gen-AI are given for each assessment task; it is your responsibility to adhere to these instructions.
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Assessment details
Type Task % Timing* Outcomes assessed Presentation^ Financial analysis project presentation 10.00% In Consultation 3,7 Project Report Announcement project and presentation 10.00% In Consultation 1,6,7 Project Report§ Homework problem and presentation 10.00% In Consultation 2,7 Project Report§ Board submission 30.00% In Consultation 4,6,7 Project Report§^ Financial analysis project 30.00% In Consultation 3,5,6 Essay^ Earnings management essay (board submission) 10.00% In Consultation 2,4,6 - ^ Students must pass this assessment to pass the subject
- § Indicates group/teamwork-based assessment
- * Assessment timing is indicative of the week that the assessment is due or begins (where conducted over multiple weeks), and is based on the standard University academic calendar
- C = Students must reach a level of competency to successfully complete this assessment.
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Assessment criteria
Assessment criteria
High Distinction 85-100 Outstanding or exemplary performance in the following areas: interpretative ability; intellectual initiative in response to questions; mastery of the skills required by the subject, general levels of knowledge and analytic ability or clear thinking. Distinction 75-84 Usually awarded to students whose performance goes well beyond the minimum requirements set for tasks required in assessment, and who perform well in most of the above areas. Credit 65-74 Usually awarded to students whose performance is considered to go beyond the minimum requirements for work set for assessment. Assessable work is typically characterised by a strong performance in some of the capacities listed above. Pass 50-64 Usually awarded to students whose performance meets the requirements set for work provided for assessment. Fail 0-49 Usually awarded to students whose performance is not considered to meet the minimum requirements set for particular tasks. The fail grade may be a result of insufficient preparation, of inattention to assignment guidelines or lack of academic ability. A frequent cause of failure is lack of attention to subject or assignment guidelines. Quality assurance
For the purposes of quality assurance, Bond University conducts an evaluation process to measure and document student assessment as evidence of the extent to which program and subject learning outcomes are achieved. Some examples of student work will be retained for potential research and quality auditing purposes only. Any student work used will be treated confidentially and no student grades will be affected.
| Type | Task | % | Timing* | Outcomes assessed |
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| Presentation^ | Financial analysis project presentation | 10.00% | In Consultation | 3,7 |
| Project Report | Announcement project and presentation | 10.00% | In Consultation | 1,6,7 |
| Project Report§ | Homework problem and presentation | 10.00% | In Consultation | 2,7 |
| Project Report§ | Board submission | 30.00% | In Consultation | 4,6,7 |
| Project Report§^ | Financial analysis project | 30.00% | In Consultation | 3,5,6 |
| Essay^ | Earnings management essay (board submission) | 10.00% | In Consultation | 2,4,6 |
- ^ Students must pass this assessment to pass the subject
- § Indicates group/teamwork-based assessment
- * Assessment timing is indicative of the week that the assessment is due or begins (where conducted over multiple weeks), and is based on the standard University academic calendar
- C = Students must reach a level of competency to successfully complete this assessment.
Assessment criteria
| High Distinction | 85-100 | Outstanding or exemplary performance in the following areas: interpretative ability; intellectual initiative in response to questions; mastery of the skills required by the subject, general levels of knowledge and analytic ability or clear thinking. |
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| Distinction | 75-84 | Usually awarded to students whose performance goes well beyond the minimum requirements set for tasks required in assessment, and who perform well in most of the above areas. |
| Credit | 65-74 | Usually awarded to students whose performance is considered to go beyond the minimum requirements for work set for assessment. Assessable work is typically characterised by a strong performance in some of the capacities listed above. |
| Pass | 50-64 | Usually awarded to students whose performance meets the requirements set for work provided for assessment. |
| Fail | 0-49 | Usually awarded to students whose performance is not considered to meet the minimum requirements set for particular tasks. The fail grade may be a result of insufficient preparation, of inattention to assignment guidelines or lack of academic ability. A frequent cause of failure is lack of attention to subject or assignment guidelines. |
Quality assurance
For the purposes of quality assurance, Bond University conducts an evaluation process to measure and document student assessment as evidence of the extent to which program and subject learning outcomes are achieved. Some examples of student work will be retained for potential research and quality auditing purposes only. Any student work used will be treated confidentially and no student grades will be affected.
Study Information
Submission procedures
Students must check the iLearn@Bond subject site for detailed assessment information and submission procedures.
Policy on late submission and extensions
A late penalty will be applied to all overdue assessment tasks unless an extension is granted by the subject coordinator. The standard penalty will be 10% of marks awarded to that assessment per day late with no assessment to be accepted seven days after the due date. Where a student is granted an extension, the penalty of 10% per day late starts from the new due date.
Academic Integrity
University’s Academic Integrity Policy defines plagiarism as the act of misrepresenting as one’s own original work: another’s ideas, interpretations, words, or creative works; and/or one’s own previous ideas, interpretations, words, or creative work without acknowledging that it was used previously (i.e., self-plagiarism). The University considers the act of plagiarising to be a breach of the Student Conduct Code and, therefore, subject to the Discipline Regulations which provide for a range of penalties including the reduction of marks or grades, fines and suspension from the University.
Bond University utilises Originality Reporting software to inform academic integrity.Feedback on assessment
Feedback on assessment will be provided to students within two weeks of the assessment submission due date, as per the Assessment Policy.
Accessibility and Inclusion Support
If you have a disability, illness, injury or health condition that impacts your capacity to complete studies, exams or assessment tasks, it is important you let us know your special requirements, early in the semester. Students will need to make an application for support and submit it with recent, comprehensive documentation at an appointment with a Disability Officer. Students with a disability are encouraged to contact the Disability Office at the earliest possible time, to meet staff and learn about the services available to meet your specific needs. Please note that late notification or failure to disclose your disability can be to your disadvantage as the University cannot guarantee support under such circumstances.
Additional subject information
A peer-evaluation system will be used in this subject to help determine the individual marks for all group assessments. As part of the requirements for Business School quality accreditation, the Bond Business School employs an evaluation process to measure and document student assessment as evidence of the extent to which program and subject learning outcomes are achieved. Some examples of student work will be retained for potential research and quality auditing purposes only. Any student work used will be treated confidentially and no student grades will be affected.
Subject curriculum
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Role of Financial Information
Introduces the role of financial information in representing the underlying business and the linkage with financial markets.
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Financial Statements
Introduces the articulation of financial statements, the processes for creating them, and the impact on markets. Also considers the importance of professional judgment in the accrual process.
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Event Study – Impact of Profits on Markets
Employs event study methodology to consider and test the impact of firm profit announcements on the cumulative abnormal return (value) of companies, while controlling for market and industry effects.
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Current and Non-Current Assets
Examines the valuation, reporting and interpretation of current and non-current assets, including accrual decisions.
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Accounting Systems and Governance
Explores the role accounting systems producing reliable financial statements and the role of governance in monitoring management’s reporting and accrual decisions.
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Preparing Financial Statements, Quality of Earnings and Earnings Management
Explores financial statement preparation with an emphasis on reporting decisions, estimates, accrual decisions, and the impact of governance and context on reporting profits and assets.
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Liabilities and Equity
Considers the theory and practice underlying the recognition of liabilities and equity, including accrual decisions, reporting and interpretation.
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Financial Statement Analysis & Interpretation
Develops a process and financial model to analyse the growth, performance and value drivers of a firm using financial databases.
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Negotiating Financial Statement
Examines the process of negotiating the financial statements (profit and balance sheet) within the audit committee of the board. Explores the combined impact of contextual, contractual and governance constraints, and the firm’s strategic objectives on the financial statements.