1.Think critically about accounting, finance and related information (C1)
2.Apply logical reasoning through acquired knowledge to solve complex problems in accounting and finance (C2)
3.Synthesise evidence to support decision making (C3)

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

•Cognitive skills are developed across the modules within the programme.
•Case study discussions, scenario planning and other interactive teaching and learning approaches will be leveraged to foster cognitive skills.
•Students will develop skills in critical thinking and evaluation of accounting, finance and related information. This includes include raw data, contemporary research, theory, frameworks and professional reports.
•Students will develop the ability to apply logical reasoning and subject specific knowledge to specific cases and scenarios, to ensure decisions are grounded in robust evidence.
•Students will develop the ability to select, evaluate and synthesise relevant information to support decision making.

Methods of Assessment

•The assessment of cognitive skills occurs across multiple modules in group /individual presentations, written examinations and written assignments including the research proposal, case study reports, capstone project and dissertation.

•Students will choose between the Capstone Project or Dissertation. Both represent an independently led piece of major research that is applied in nature. Both choices will allow students to demonstrate their holistic learning across modules, including their cognitive skills, knowledge and understanding and subject-specific skills. Completion of the final project, whether it is the Capstone Project or Dissertation, develops skills in independent research enquiry, problem solving, data synthesis and analysis and presentation through a practice-based or research-based approach.

1.Determine their professional, ethical and social responsibilities (K1)
2.Apply their knowledge and skills in practice-based settings (K2)
3.Explain the international dimension, global practices and cross-cultural aspects of accounting and finance (K3)

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

•Knowledge and understanding of these transversal aspects are developed across the modules within the programme.
•The acquisition of knowledge and understanding is achieved through structured exposition based on lectures, directed reading of case studies, professional reports and academic journals, and application of case study teaching, computer-based laboratory work, and group work.
•Students will be able to discuss the professional, ethical and social implications of the operation and effects of accounting, finance and analytics. They will be able to engage with professional, ethical and social issues in decision making and ensure accuracy and compliance with relevant regulations.
•Students will be able to apply knowledge and skills in practice-based settings, for example engaging with real life case studies and employer events.
•Students will be able to apply and evaluate International Financial Reporting Standards and related frameworks, Management Accounting techniques relevant to multi-national enterprises and Finance concepts associated with the management of global risks. Students will evaluate contemporary global issues including sustainability and as relevant to accounting and finance.

Methods of Assessment

•A combination of assessment methods is used to assure knowledge and understanding including weekly portfolio submissions, group and individual presentations, written reports, and written exams.

1.Demonstrate subject-specific skills in Accounting (S1)
2.Demonstrate subject-specific skills in Finance (S2)
3.Demonstrate subject-specific skills in Data Analytics, as relevant to Accounting and Finance (S3)

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

•Subject-specific skills will be developed through lectures, workshops, directed reading, group work and computer-based work. Didactic style approaches will be used to provide knowledge on frameworks, techniques and tools from practice and contemporary research. Flipped classroom techniques will be employed to ensure practical understanding of key concepts and relevant academic research, and the ability to apply and evaluate these.
•Students develop subject-specific skills through working in groups (for example, discussions in class with scenario and role-based approaches, and in completing group assessments) and independently (for example, gathering and assimilating relevant information to complete tasks within agreed deadlines). Self-assessment and reflection are developed within portfolio and continuous assessment.
•Students will be academically prepared to understand, apply and evaluate key concepts in Accounting, (including Financial Accounting, Management Accounting and Sustainability Accounting), Finance (including Company Valuation and Risk Management) and Data Analytics as relevant to Accounting and Finance.

Methods of Assessment

•The assessment methods include formative and summative continuous assessment in the form of individual and group written projects, individual and group presentations, case study investigations, data analysis projects, poster presentations and portfolios.
•Final summative assessment in the form of final exams, projects and presentations is also used to examine ability to apply and evaluate these concepts.

1.Demonstrate digital proficiency relevant to accounting and finance (T1)
2.Communicate accounting and finance information effectively (T2)

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

•Transferable skills development will permeate the teaching and learning on the degree programme.
•Students will develop digital proficiency including use and evaluation of a range of technologies for manipulation of data and communication of findings, in addition to awareness of storage, control, security and ethical issues. This is developed through lab-based classes, group working and independent study.
•Students will also develop skills to communicate quantitative and qualitative accounting and finance information to diverse audiences, and in a range of forms, including oral, written, and visual. This is developed through in-class activities and discussions, plus group and individual assignments.

Methods of Assessment

•Digital proficiency is assessed through specific analysis projects plus the Capstone Project and Dissertation.
•Continuous assessment requires students to use a range of media (e.g. essays, PowerPoint, PowerBI, Excel and other data presentation packages, presentations, project work) to communicate their learning, in oral, written and visual form. Examinations emphasise written communication of quantitative and qualitative information, while presentations emphasise oral communication. Assessed group working projects are included in all semesters.