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ACC3005 The Accounting Research Project - Australian Institute of Higher Education

Research project

Learning Outcome 1: Critically analyse and apply theoretical and technical accounting knowledge.

Learning Outcome 2: Examine and critique regulatory and sustainability issues relevant to accounting practices including social and ethical concerns.

Learning Outcome 3: Conduct a research project and identify key steps of the research process

Learning Outcome 4: Appraise and critically evaluate contemporary accounting research.

Assessment Description The assessment 4 is the final phase of the research project identified in assessment 2. This project is an appraisal and evaluation of a contemporary accounting issue. In assessment 2 (A2), you have identified the research topic and have provided research objective and research framework. Assessment 3 (A3), you have designed the research methodology, evaluated the relevant theories, and provided literature review. The assessment 4 deals with empirical research on 10 ASX listed companies using the issues selected.

Content and Structure:
In this assessment A4, you need to,
a) Analyse annual reports of 10 ASX listed companies on the information related to the topic.
b) Evaluate the accounting practices of the selected topicsamong the identified companies
c) Provide discussion on main findings of the researched companies
d) Provide conclusion with justification

Presentation
You need to give a 15-minute presentation on the project in week 14. Presentation requires effective communication of the researched topic to the audience. It involves demonstrations of confidence, body language, organization and delivery. Refer to the marking rubrics for detailed marking criteria.

Research expectation:
• The submission needs to be supported with information by credible sources.
• Use adequate number of peer reviewed journal articles.
• Credible sources should be varied and include, but not limited to, the Textbook, Government reports, Industry reports, Newspaper articles, Books, and Journal articles.
• Use the EBSCO Databases accessed through the Library and Learning Support page on Moodle to find journal articles, case studies and more to help you prepare your assessment. Speak with the library assistants or email ([email protected]) if you require further assistance.

Attachment:- Accounting Research Project.rar