ACCTFIN 7504 - New York Study Tour
North Terrace Campus - Summer - 2024
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code ACCTFIN 7504 Course New York Study Tour Coordinating Unit Accounting Term Summer Level Postgraduate Coursework Location/s North Terrace Campus Units 3 Contact Up to 60 hours Available for Study Abroad and Exchange Y Prerequisites ACCTING 7019 and CORPFIN 7005 Incompatible ACCTFIN 7501 Quota As places are limited, enrolment in this course is by an application process Assessment Professionalism, engagement and organisational skills, reflection, case study research and presentation and case study report Course Staff
Level 13, room 13:22
10 Pulteney Street (Nexus 10)
Telephone: 8313 0103
email: lisa.powell@adelaide.edu.auCourse Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
1 Reflect critically on and self-evaluate skills, capabilities and needs to enable continuous learning and enhance career preparation and early career performance 2 Develop and apply effective planning, organisational and operational skills and capabilities that are appropriate for professional practice 3 Evaluate, synthesise and critically analyse information from a wide variety of experiential learning sources and experiences and apply discipline knowledge and personal capabilities to develop effective, innovative and practical solutions 4 Develop and apply effective leadership and/or teamwork skills to create, manage and/or participate in a resourceful, collaborative and entrepreneurial team that is capable of operating in a professional manner to achieve particular outcomes 5 Effectively adapt and apply oral and written communication methods and presentation styles that are appropriate for their intended purpose and audience 6 Demonstrate an understanding of relevant ethical, social and cultural issues for operating in an appropriate and effective manner in the local business environment University Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Attribute 1: Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth
Graduates have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of their subject area, the ability to engage with different traditions of thought, and the ability to apply their knowledge in practice including in multi-disciplinary or multi-professional contexts.
3 Attribute 2: Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving
Graduates are effective problems-solvers, able to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to conceive innovative responses to future challenges.
1,2,3,4 Attribute 3: Teamwork and communication skills
Graduates convey ideas and information effectively to a range of audiences for a variety of purposes and contribute in a positive and collaborative manner to achieving common goals.
3,4 Attribute 4: Professionalism and leadership readiness
Graduates engage in professional behaviour and have the potential to be entrepreneurial and take leadership roles in their chosen occupations or careers and communities.
1,2,3,4,5,6 Attribute 5: Intercultural and ethical competency
Graduates are responsible and effective global citizens whose personal values and practices are consistent with their roles as responsible members of society.
3,6,5 Attribute 6: Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural competency
Graduates have an understanding of, and respect for, Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander values, culture and knowledge.
. Attribute 7: Digital capabilities
Graduates are well prepared for living, learning and working in a digital society.
2,4,5 Attribute 8: Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
Graduates are self-aware and reflective; they are flexible and resilient and have the capacity to accept and give constructive feedback; they act with integrity and take responsibility for their actions.
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Learning Resources
Required Resources
Pre-tour reading will be made available at the first pre-departure session -
Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
A participative, experiential teaching and learning approach underpins this course, with significant emphasis on case based activities and critical reflection.Workload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
This is a residential intensive format.
Students will be focussed on learning experiences for at least 6 hours per day on average for approximately 10 working days.
Prior to the tour students will be required to attend two 3 hour workshops to prepare for the tour, and some formative activities will be required to be completed in between those workshops.
Assessment work will be required to be submitted upon return from the tour.
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.Learning Activities Summary
Students will engage in frequent group discussions to reflect on the observations, which may take the form of debates and argument.
Students will be prepared for and debriefed on experiences using mini seminars and workshops format.
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Assessment
The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:
- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
- Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
Assessment Task Individual/Collaborative Task Type Weighting Word Count / Time Due Date Learning Outcomes Professionalism and Engagement Individual Summative 20% N/A Continuous 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 Reflection Individual Summative 30% Approx 600 words per reflection TBA 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 Case Study Presentation Group Summative 30% Max 30 minutes TBA 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 Case Study Report Individual Summative 20% Max 200 words One week after completion of the tour 2, 3, 5, 6 Total 100% Assessment Detail
Details of assessment submissions are as follows:
Professionalism and Engagement
Students will be assessed when undertaking tasks and activities thoughout the tour, on their demonstrated capability in each of the following areas:
1. Engagement
2. Organisational Skills
3. Professionalism
Reflections
Each student is required to maintain a daily journal that documents reflections and provides critical analysis of the events and activities experienced on the tour in relation to the learning experienced and the learning outcomes of the tour.
Case Study Presentations
Students will be provided with a comprehensive case study scenario which will require students to work in groups, undertake independent research and apply teamwork to devise and present the most convincing solution to the client. Each group will present the findings of their case study.
Case Study Report
Each student will submit a 2000 word report summarising their reserach and findings for the case study presentation.Submission
Details of assessment submissions are as follows:
Professionalism and Engagement
A detailed rubric will be available to indicate specific criteria that will form the basis of achievement.
Reflections
Reflections must be submitted electonically at regular intervals throughout the tour.
Case Study Presentations
The length of the presentation will be 30 minutes per group (20 minute presentation and 10 minutes Q&A). The presentation will be formal and made to a panel of managers from the industry partner. Powerpoint slides must be submitted electronically by midday of the day before the presentation.
Case Study Report
The report must be submitted electonically one week after the completion of the tour.Course Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme) Grade Mark Description FNS Fail No Submission F 1-49 Fail P 50-64 Pass C 65-74 Credit D 75-84 Distinction HD 85-100 High Distinction CN Continuing NFE No Formal Examination RP Result Pending Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
Final results for this course will be made available through Access Adelaide.
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Student Feedback
The University places a high priority on approaches to learning and teaching that enhance the student experience. Feedback is sought from students in a variety of ways including on-going engagement with staff, the use of online discussion boards and the use of Student Experience of Learning and Teaching (SELT) surveys as well as GOS surveys and Program reviews.
SELTs are an important source of information to inform individual teaching practice, decisions about teaching duties, and course and program curriculum design. They enable the University to assess how effectively its learning environments and teaching practices facilitate student engagement and learning outcomes. Under the current SELT Policy (http://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies/101/) course SELTs are mandated and must be conducted at the conclusion of each term/semester/trimester for every course offering. Feedback on issues raised through course SELT surveys is made available to enrolled students through various resources (e.g. MyUni). In addition aggregated course SELT data is available.
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Student Support
- Academic Integrity for Students
- Academic Support with Maths
- Academic Support with writing and study skills
- Careers Services
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- LinkedIn Learning
- Student Life Counselling Support - Personal counselling for issues affecting study
- Students with a Disability - Alternative academic arrangements
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Policies & Guidelines
This section contains links to relevant assessment-related policies and guidelines - all university policies.
- Academic Credit Arrangements Policy
- Academic Integrity Policy
- Academic Progress by Coursework Students Policy
- Assessment for Coursework Programs Policy
- Copyright Compliance Policy
- Coursework Academic Programs Policy
- Elder Conservatorium of Music Noise Management Plan
- Intellectual Property Policy
- IT Acceptable Use and Security Policy
- Modified Arrangements for Coursework Assessment Policy
- Reasonable Adjustments to Learning, Teaching & Assessment for Students with a Disability Policy
- Student Experience of Learning and Teaching Policy
- Student Grievance Resolution Process
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