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Course Description
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Course Name
Accounting for Decision Making
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Host University
Victoria University of Wellington
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Location
Wellington, New Zealand
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Area of Study
Accounting
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Course Level Recommendations
Lower
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Credit Points
15 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits3 - 4
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units4 - 6
Hours & Credits
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Overview
Description
An introduction to accounting for students not intending to advance in accounting or taxation. The course covers the use and social impact of accounting information, both within organisations and in external reporting.Course Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, students should be able to:
1. Explain the role of accounting in business;
2. Explain the use of financial statements as a decision making tool;
3. Interpret accounting information for internal and external decision making;Assessment
Online Quizzes on Chapters 2-9, 11, 12 (10 worth 1% each) 10%
Test 1 15%
Test 2 15%
Final Examination (closed book exam, 2 hours) 60%
Course Disclaimer
Courses and course hours of instruction are subject to change.
Eligibility for courses may be subject to a placement exam and/or pre-requisites.
Some courses may require additional fees.
Credits earned vary according to the policies of the students' home institutions. According to ISA policy and possible visa requirements, students must maintain full-time enrollment status, as determined by their home institutions, for the duration of the program.
Please reference fall and spring course lists as not all courses are taught during both semesters.
Availability of courses is based on enrollment numbers. All students should seek pre-approval for alternate courses in the event of last minute class cancellations
Please note that some courses with locals have recommended prerequisite courses. It is the student's responsibility to consult any recommended prerequisites prior to enrolling in their course.