Module Code: H9AP
Long Title Accounting in Practice
Title Accounting in Practice
Module Level: LEVEL 9
EQF Level: 7
EHEA Level: Second Cycle
Credits: 10
Module Coordinator: Theresa Mulcahy
Module Author: Andrea Del Campo Dugova
Departments: School of Business
Specifications of the qualifications and experience required of staff

Level 9 academic qualification and professional accountancy examinations essential. Financial accounting practical experience desirable.   
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Demonstrate the ability to participate in a debate style forum/classroom, discussing current/emerging international accounting developments/practices and posing arguments clearly and effectively.
LO2 Identify and interpret international accounting problems and critically assess accounting, audit, tax, and investment issues arising from those problems.
LO3 Independently research the context of current accounting issues with a view to generating and communicating potential solutions by applying rigorous professional and academic standards.
LO4 Prepare a disciplinary framework for anticipating, addressing and preparing for emerging issues in international accounting.
LO5 Critically discuss a wider perspective on accounting, encompassing an international perspective on developments in the accounting profession, practice and research.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is required before enrolment on this module. While the prior learning is expressed as named NCI module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
No recommendations listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Entry requirements  
 

Module Content & Assessment

Indicative Content
Given that the module is focused on current issues in international accounting, a flexible approach to both content and delivery is adopted. Relevant and current accounting topics will be selected with the view to covering the following content:
Participation and Presentation Skills: How to participate in group/class discussions on practical accounting topics (including international topics). How to effectively argue your point, critique other views and take constructive criticism. Critical thinking and professional communication. Independent Research: How to undertake independent research on a current/emerging topic, how to engage with the literation and communicate the research effectively highlighting the key points. International Accounting in Practice: Current and emerging international accounting issues including issues relating to accounting, audit, tax and investment issues. Professional accounting standards pertaining to those issues and application of same. Accounting in Practice (Ireland): Current and emerging accounting issues in Ireland including issues relating to accounting, audit, tax and investment issues. Professional accounting standards pertaining to those issues and application of same. Disciplinary Framework (Ireland and Internationally) including ethical considerations of emerging practices.
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Blended

Coursework
Assessment Type: Continuous Assessment % of total: 20
Assessment Date: n/a Outcome addressed: 1
Non-Marked: No
Assessment Description:
Class Participation/Guest Speaker Participation
Assessment Type: Group Presentation % of total: 80
Assessment Date: n/a Outcome addressed: 1,2,3,4,5
Non-Marked: No
Assessment Description:
Group Project on a current accounting in practice development.
No End of Module Assessment
No Workplace Assessment
Reassessment Requirement
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.
Reassessment Description
Reassessment of this module will consist of a project that assess all the Learning Outcomes.

NCIRL reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Module Target Workload Hours 0 Hours
Workload: Blended
Workload Type Workload Description Hours Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload
Directed Learning Classroom and demonstration - directed e-learning 48 Per Semester 4.00
Independent Learning Independent Learning 202 Per Semester 16.83
Total Weekly Contact Hours 4.00
 

Module Resources

This module does not have any book resources
Recommended Article/Paper Resources
  • Relevant and up-to-date papers and articles will be selected from practitioner/industry sources.
Other Resources
  • [Other materials], Guest speakers will also provide essential reading prior to presentation.
Discussion Note: