UNIT CODE: ACC305
CONTEMPORARY ISSUES IN PRACTICE
UNIT DESCRIPTION
The dynamic and changing external environment in which organisations operate impacts on professional practice in all industry sectors. This unit challenges students to develop an awareness and understanding of contemporary and emerging global issues to familiarise themselves with the external environment in which they will be operating. The 12-week lecture topics have been categorised into three broad themes, with possible topics given as guidance only; Global Risks, Technology and Diversity & Inclusion. Students will contemplate both tangible and intangible aspects of these ‘big picture’ issues and apply critical analysis and work collaboratively to develop an integrated understanding of the nature of these issues and their implications for professional practice. Due to the disparate and knowledge-intensive nature of these topics, specialists in each field will guest lecture to teach in their areas of expertise.
In instances where the Guest Lecturers do not meet the AQF+1 requirement, their sessions will be supervised by a lecturer who does.
STUDENT WORKLOAD + DELIVERY MODE
TIMETABLED HOURS
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RECOMMENDED PERSONAL HOURS
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TOTAL WORKLOAD HOURS
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STUDY LOAD
3 Hours per week
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5 Hours per week
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8 Hours per week
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Full time
MODE OF DELIVERY
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This unit will be offered to students in the following mode/s:
+ Face-to-face (Domestic and International)
+ Online (Domestic)
OVERVIEW
Award Course
Bachelor of Business Accounting
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Area
Accounting
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Unit Duration
12 Weeks
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Weekly Attendance Pattern
3 hour session
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Unit Level
300
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Unit Weighting
6 Credit Points
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Unit Type
Core Unit
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Pre-Requisites
N/A​
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Co-Requisites
N/A
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Work Integrated Learning
No
UNIT LEARNING OUTCOMES
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Articulate an informed position when exploring complex issues in contemporary society
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Apply critical judgement in the collection, curation, synthesis, and evaluation of research literature relating to current issues/problems
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Infer and elucidate relevant insights gained from a holistic examination of contemporary issues
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Demonstrate professional written and oral communication competencies, including critical reflection on personal, social and practical issues in a team environment
ASSESSMENT STRUCTURE
ASSESSMENT TASK
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Assessment 1: Issue Analysis and Presentation
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Assessment 2: Implication and Future Actions
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Assessment 3: Industry Assessment
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Assessment 4: Engagement with the Process