Analytical Accounting Case Studies

Learning Outcomes

Subject Specific Intellectual and Research Skills

Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:

• employ theoretical concepts developed throughout your undergraduate learning programme and managerial practice in to a practical case study.
• identify, compare and evaluate appropriate commercial approaches and strategies;
• identify, collect and analyse appropriate data, both primary and / or secondary;
• critically evaluate data;
• critically evaluate your chosen strategy, highlighting reliability, validity and limitations, and identifying areas where further research is needed;

Knowledge and Understanding

Having successfully completed this module, you will be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of:

• current research related to the case study.
• alternative research approaches, research strategies and research methods;
• commercial awareness in a broad range of subjects affecting business;

Transferable and Generic Skills

Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:

• communicate effectively using and justifying argument.

There is no set pattern of study; you proceed at your own pace with your personal supervisor. However, it is anticipated that the following topics will feature:

• Case study questions, aims and objectives;
• Research approaches, strategies and methodologies;
• Identifying, collecting, evaluating and analysing secondary data;
• Identifying, collecting and analysing primary data;
• Linking research to current theory and practice;
• Effective communication documents.

Detailed guidance notes and learning materials are contained within the module handbook.

Preliminary sessions introducing students to the case study and outlining the assessment methods and criteria:

• Private study guided by the unit handbook
• Guided study and research activity as advised by personal supervisor
• Practical experience
• Personal reflection

Summative

This is how we’ll formally assess what you have learned in this module.

Referral

This is how we’ll assess you if you don’t meet the criteria to pass this module.

Repeat

An internal repeat is where you take all of your modules again, including any you passed. An external repeat is where you only re-take the modules you failed.