Accounting for Decision Makers

Undergraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
ACCT 1000
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Course ID
200172
Level of study
Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course level
1
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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Yes
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University-wide elective course
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Single course enrolment
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Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

The objective of the course is to provide an introductory knowledge of accounting to students of all disciplines. A general overview of accounting principles relating to the use of financial and managerial reports will be presented. The primary focus is to illuminate how accounting information is utilised by a variety of stakeholders in planning, controlling and investing decisions.

  • Introduction To Accounting And The Recording Process
  • Understanding Financial Statements For Decision-Making
  • Introduction To Management Accounting

Course learning outcomes

  • Apply accounting principles and concepts in order to interpret accounting information
  • Analyse accounting information from a management and user perspective
  • Communicate financial and non-financial information to management to assist in business decision making
  • Apply management accounting techniques to assess performance, prepare budgets and assist in decision making

Prerequisite(s)

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Corequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

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