In addition students select one specific topic area and produce a position paper to demonstrate their mastery of the subject matter in that area. Students are expected to identify and carry out an applied human factors, work-related research project or organisational analysis, under supervision, producing a detailed literature survey, methodological approach paper and a comprehensive result and discussion paper. The outcome of this work should be ready for implementation in the workplace. The three major areas - financial accounting, management accounting and finance, are integrated in this course in a cohesive fashion with an emphasis on managerial decision making. This subject exposes students to a variety of topics including accounting for business transactions, calculation of profit, accounting for business assets, linking financial measurement and performance, analysis and interpretation of accounting information, cost concepts, working capital management, the budget process and issues in financial planning.
Content is based on theories, models and concepts from the behavioural sciences.
Adopts a strategic market management framework to review key issues such as market segmentation, consumer behaviour, competitor analysis, pricing strategy, channels of distribution and product promotion. Students will be expected to develop research skills that allow them to keep abreast of changes in the area. The document was created on 20 September 1999 by Brian Engel and was last updated on 25 February 2000. The site is maintained by the Faculty Sub-Site Manager to whom all technical corrections should be directed.