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Assurance Practices (ACCT90007)
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Overview
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This subject examines auditing and assurance services at an advanced level. It is designed to facilitate detailed analysis of complex situations auditors face in contemporary practice. Instruction is carried out by industry practitioners. Topics covered include the use of data analytics, engagement risk and practice management, and auditing asset and liability valuations. Students will have the opportunity to deepen their understanding of contemporary assurance practices.
Intended learning outcomes
On successful completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- Carry out risk assessments and make professional judgments
- Analyse complex issues in real world audit settings
- Demonstrate a deep and critical understanding of key issues facing contemporary assurance professional practice
Generic skills
On successful completion of this subject, students should have improved the following generic skills:
- Analytical skills through analysis of case materials
- Critical thinking skills though the evaluation of scenarios in an audit setting
- Evaluate alternative courses of action available to auditors
- Access and use appropriately various information sources
- Communicate orally with more confidence
- Evaluate quantitative and qualitative data in combination to solve problems
- Research a topic using the library and other sources
- Work individually and collaboratively
Last updated: 10 November 2023
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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ACCT90014 | Auditing and Assurance Services |
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
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12.5 |
OR
Equivalent
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Recommended background knowledge
At least one undergraduate Auditing subject. Exposure to an audit work environment would be of considerable advantage.
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 10 November 2023
Assessment
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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Three assignments (4500 words in total) consisting of group case studies (normally in groups of 3-4 students)
| Throughout the semester | 75% |
Seminar participation and contribution | Throughout the semester | 15% |
Individual reflection essay
| End of semester | 10% |
Additional details
Last updated: 10 November 2023
Dates & times
Not available in 2023
Time commitment details
Estimated total time commitment of 170 hours per semester
Last updated: 10 November 2023
Further information
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Prescribed texts
You will be advised of prescribed texts by your seminar leader.
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Type Name Course Master of Management (Accounting and Finance) - Available through the Community Access Program
About the Community Access Program (CAP)
This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.
Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
This subject is available to students studying at the University from eligible overseas institutions on exchange and study abroad. Students are required to satisfy any listed requirements, such as pre- and co-requisites, for enrolment in the subject.
Last updated: 10 November 2023