ACCT06023 2022 Introduction to Management Accounting
Full Title
Introduction to Management Accounting
Transcript Title
Intro to Mgt Accounting
Code
ACCT06023
Attendance
N/A %
Subject Area
ACCT - Accounting
Department
MKTS - Marketing, Tourism & Sport
Level
06 - NFQ Level 6
Credit
05 - 05 Credits
Duration
Semester
Fee
€
Start Term
2022 - Full Academic Year 2022-23
End Term
9999 - The End of Time
Author(s)
Caroline McNulty, Clodagh Caslin, Beatrice Flavin, Riona Lyons, Aileen Brennan
Programme Membership
SG_BSPOR_H08 202200 Bachelor of Business (Honours) in Sport with Business
SG_BAPPL_B07 202200 Bachelor of Business in Applied Sport with Business
SG_BMKTG_B07 202200 Bachelor of Business in Marketing
SG_BMARK_H08 202200 Bachelor of Business (Honours) in Marketing
SG_BSALE_B07 202200 Bachelor of Business in Marketing and Sales
SG_BTOUR_B07 202200 Bachelor of Business in Tourism with Event Management
SG_BINTE_B07 202200 Bachelor of Business in International Tourism with Event Management
SG_BTEVM_H08 202200 Bachelor of Business (Honours) in Tourism with Event Management
SG_BTOUR_H08 202200 Bachelor of Business (Honours) in Tourism with Event Management
SG_BTOTR_B07 202200 Bachelor of Business in Tourism with Event Management
SG_BTOUR_H08 202200 Bachelor of Business (Honours) in Tourism with Event Management
SG_BTOTR_H08 202200 Bachelor of Business (Honours) in Tourism with Event Management
SG_BTORE_B07 202300 Bachelor of Business in Tourism with Event Management
SG_BINTM_B07 202300 Bachelor of Business in International Tourism with Event Management
Description
The aim of this subject is for students to develop a knowledge of cost accounting and cost behaviour and apply this to managerial decision making problems and budgeting.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;
1.
Identify ways in which costs can be classified and forecast costs for future periods.
2.
Explain the terminology used in cost accounting and calculate the cost of producing a product or providing a service.
3.
Perform calculations and manipulate data for break even analysis.
4.
Apply contribution analysis to managerial decision making situations.
5.
Describe the budgetary process in an organisation and prepare functional, cash and incremental budgets
Teaching and Learning Strategies
Lectures supported by tutorials.
Module Assessment Strategies
Moodle Quiz or class based assessment
Final Written exam.
Repeat Assessments
Learning outcomes can be met by repeat exam.
Indicative Syllabus
LO1. Cost Accounting- terminology, cost classification, costing methods.
LO2. Job costing including OAR's.
LO3.Cost Behaviour - high low, least squares method of linear regression, scatter graph, forecasting.
LO3.Break-even Analysis - solve problems using ratios and charts.
LO4.Short term Decision Making - Shut down, make or buy, special order, limiting factor, qualitative and quantitative factors.
LO5. Budgets - Process, cash, functional, incremental, advice on negative balances.
Coursework & Assessment Breakdown
Coursework & Continuous Assessment
20 %
End of Semester / Year Formal Exam
80 %
Coursework Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Continuous Assessment Written assessment and/or project | Coursework Assessment | Assessment | 20 % | Week 5 | 1,2 |
End of Semester / Year Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Final Exam Written exam including numerical and/or theoretical questions | Final Exam | Closed Book Exam | 80 % | End of Term | 1,2,3,4,5 |
Full Time Mode Workload
| Type | Location | Description | Hours | Frequency | Avg Workload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Group Learning | Flat Classroom | Combination of lecture and practice questions/ discussion. | 4 | Weekly | 4.00 |
| Independent Learning | Not Specified | Personal study | 4 | Weekly | 4.00 |
Total Full Time Average Weekly Learner Contact Time 4.00 Hours
Required & Recommended Book List
Recommended Reading
2011-04 Management Accounting: A Practical Approach Gill & Macmillan Ltd
ISBN 071714996X ISBN-13 9780717149964
2011-04 Management Accounting: A Practical Approach Gill & Macmillan Ltd
ISBN 071714996X ISBN-13 9780717149964
A comprehensive core text for management accounting which establishes the fundamental theories of all aspects of the subject before progressing to more in-depth exploration * Clear learning objectives, a strong focus on application and a large bank of questions and resources underpin the practical approach to management accounting * Presents strategic and traditional management accounting topics and, where appropriate, revision questions will compare approaches of both methods * Recent research work is mentioned where more strategic accounting techniques are explained, such as Activity Based Costing and Balanced Scorecard, encouraging students to explore topics further * End-of-chapter questions are of exam-standard as set by both third level institutions and accounting professional bodies in Ireland * Solutions are available to selected questions, with each solution listing key learning notes containing 'hints and tips' to aid the student - a feature unique to this book GO Online lecturers: PowerPoint slides, additional questions with worked solutions, multiples choice questions with answers and teaching aids are available on gillmacmillan.ie Go Online students: Worked solutions to end of chapter questions and additional questions are available on gillmacmillan. ie WRITTEN FOR Undergraduate students on business courses at degree level in Institutes of Technology and Universities Those studying for professional accounting qualifications
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Additional Information
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