BAO3309 ADVANCED FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING
Semester 2, 2015
INDIVIDUAL ASSIGNMENT – 20%
Research Assignment:
A. Review current AASB framework which is also known as “Framework for the Preparation and Presentation of Financial Statements” and provide a critical analysis of different measurement bases using the research literature.
B. Identify two publicly listed Australian companies from two different industries. Review their annual reports for the reporting year 2014. Compare the measurement methods used in each company’s financial report. Discuss if measurement methods used between the two companies are consistent with the measurement bases prescribed under the IASB (International Accounting Standard Board) Framework.
C. Explore the relationship between accounting information and market reaction with reference to the fair value using the relevant research literature.
The following matters should be given particular attention:
Assignment is due in the lecture week beginning (Wk. 9).
1. Evidence of extensive research beyond the prescribed texts is required. Ensure these are referenced appropriately in your references using Harvard referencing.
2. Students should use research databases available through the university’s library.
3. Assignment must be typed and properly documented.
Students must submit both printed copy and electronic copy of assignment through Web-CT turnitin. Assignment should be no greater than 2000 words double-spaced with a 3cm left margin. A word count must be displayed on the title page of assignment. (Note: Word count does not include abstract, graphs, tables, and references).
Warning: Failure to submit identical printed and electronic copies of assignment through Vu Collaborate will result in a fail grade and where student’s printed copy of submitted assignment is different from Turinitin electronic copy of the assignment then only Turnitin assignment will be marked.
4. NO extensions will be granted unless supported by appropriate documentation prior to the due date. An application for an extension must use an application for extension of assessment form, submit an application on or before a due date to unit coordinator, be accompanied by a medical certificate or similar evidence, be accompanied by any work completed to date.
Note: Poor organisation and work commitments are not grounds for an extension. Students’ are responsible to protect their work and save data by making necessary backup. Therefore, loss of data due to computer or storage devices problems will not be considered a valid reason for an extension.
5. This assignment must be handed in for successful completion of the subject before the due. It will count 20% towards the final mark.
6. Recommendation: Students can submit their completed assignment or partially completed assignment through Turnitin at least five days before the due date to get a similarity report. This report will provide guidance and opportunity to students to withdraw their assignment before the due date and resubmit it before the due date after removing similarities and avoiding plagiarism. Remember you cannot withdraw your assignment after the due date.
7. Any assignments handed in late without prior permission of the lecturer/tutor will be penalised 2 (out of 20) marks per day.
8. If you cannot submit your assignment through VU Collaborate’s drop box due to a technical problem then contact unit coordinator immediately.
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