0–4 5 6 7-8 9-10 Structure, language, referencing, conventions, presentation, etc. [10% of total unit] [25% of Assignment] The review is confusing, lacks cohesion and demonstrates poor command of language with too many errors that affect comprehension. Inconsistent in-text referencing with many omissions on the reference list. Poor presentation. Mostly, the review is logical, cohesive, and uses appropriate language with some errors. Appropriate and consistent in-text referencing with some omissions on the reference list. Adequate presentation. Good logical flow, cohesive, and uses appropriate language with minor errors or typos. Appropriate and consistent in-text referencing with few omissions on the reference list. A capable presentation. Very good logical flow, cohesion, and excellent command of language with minor typos. Appropriate and consistent in-text referencing and accurate and complete reference list. A successful presentation. Outstanding logical flow, cohesion, and command of language. Appropriate and consistent in-text referencing and accurate and complete reference list. Highly polished presentation.

Identifies the ‘gap’ or position for the research and justifies the study [10% of total unit] [25% of Assignment] PGCLO 1.4 Very clearly identifies the ‘gap’ or position for the research and presents a compelling argument for further research.

Critically evaluates the literature [10% of total unit] [25% of Assignment] PGCLO 1.1, 1.3 9-10 Literature is critically evaluated in a meticulous manner considering quality, reliability and validity, theories and methods applied and areas of consensus and contradiction.

Criteria Knowledgably introduce and present the topic/issue within current and global practice-led perspectives [10% of total unit] [25% of Assignment] PGCLO 1.2 High Distinction Demonstrates profound global knowledge of the topic with extensive breadth and depth of research. Research is discerning, up to date and explicitly related to the topic.

MARKING CRITERIA ? Knowledgably introduces and presents the topic/issue within global and current practice-led perspectives (10% out of 40% of the total unit) [PGCLO1.2]. ? Critically evaluates related literature (10% out of 40% of the total unit) [PGCLO1.1, 1.3] ? Identifies the ‘gap’ or position for the research and justifies the study (10% out of 40% of the total unit) [PGCLO 1.4]. ? Structure, language, referencing, conventions, presentation, etc. (10% out of 40% of the total unit)

The objective for this assignment is to fulfil the first stage of completing an accounting research proposal. Accounting, here, is broadly defined to include financial accounting, corporate accountability, management accounting, auditing and accounting education. Completing the Literature Review will help to identify relevant emerging topics, unresolved accounting issues and research opportunities.

Unit learning outcomes: 1. Select an accounting research problem and specify the key variables of the underlying accounting issue. 2. Formulate a conceptual framework to guide the examination of the research problem. 3. Evaluate the most appropriate method of data collection in addressing a research problem. 4. Construct a research proposal to carry out an accounting research in an organisational setting.

Conclusions This section identifies the ‘gap’ and position for the research and justifies the study. Specifically, it should: Summarise the literature maintaining the focus (issue/problem) presented in the introduction. Critically evaluate the current "state of the art", pointing out gaps, inconsistencies and issues that are important for future study (i.e. your research proposal). Conclude by giving some insight into the relationship between your topic and a larger area of study or professional practice.

Analysis of the Literature This section critically presents and analyses the literature about your identified topic/issue/s. Specifically, it should: Group research studies and other relevant literature according to a common theme. Summarise each item of the literature appropriately according to its significance. Critically compare and evaluate each item of the literature. Provide topic sentences at the beginning of paragraphs and summary sentences at the end of sections to help the reader understand what the main issues are.

Assignment structure and contents The followings provide information about the minimum sections to be included in your Literature review (of course you can organise them in sub-sections/headings): 1. Introduction This section knowledgably introduces and presents the topic/issue within current and global practice-led perspectives. Specifically it should: ? Define or identify the general topic, issue or area of concern (link to practice/profession). ? Points out overall trends in what has already been published. ? Establishes your point of view for reviewing the literature (i.e. problem- cause-solution order or general-to-specific order or specific-to-general order). ? Indicates how the review is organised (topical order or chronological order, and related sections and sub-sections)

Assignment Instructions o There is a maximum word limit of 2,500 words, and not more than 8 pages excluding the reference pages and the cover page. o Journal articles reviewed should be the ones published within the last 5 years: 2015 - 2019. o The minimum requirement is to review three journal articles published in the period 2015-2019, however, your reference list may obviously include more than three articles (even from earlier years). o Use APA 6th Referencing style.