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ACB2120 · Financial accounting 2
2026 Handbook6 credit pointsLevel 2Department of Accounting
Last checked: 23 Aug 2026 UTCOverview
This unit provides an overview of the current Australian reporting and regulatory framework applicable to reporting entities including an analysis of significant accounting standards, the conceptual framework, and professional reporting requirements. Financial reporting issues associated with corporate structures such as company operations, taxation, property, plant, equipment and consolidated accounting are examined.
Offerings
| Campus | Teaching period | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Peninsula | First semester | Teaching activities are on-campus (ON-CAMPUS) |
Assessment
The Handbook lists an examination for this unit.
| # | Assessment | Type | Weight | Hurdle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 - Exercise | Exercise | 30% | — |
| 2 | 2 - Written | Written | 30% | — |
| 3 | 3 - Examination | Examination | 40% | — |
Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.
Requisites
prerequisite
Learning outcomes
- explain the regulation of companies and the content of company financial reports
- critically examine contemporary issues including sustainability in company reporting
- apply accounting policies and regulatory requirements in the preparations and presentation of company reports
- demonstrate the ability to interpret company reports and communicate effectively accounting advice
- apply critical thinking, research, problem solving, communication skills to demonstrate accounting knowledge for the topics covered by this unit.
Workload
Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled learning activities and independent study. Independent study may include associated readings, assessment and preparation for scheduled activities. You are expected to complete all pre-class activities prior to your scheduled class, and post-class activities should be completed after your scheduled class. Learning activities may include a combination of teacher directed, peer directed and online engagement activities.
| Activity | Duration |
|---|---|
| Lectures | 12 hours |
| Tutorials | 24 hours |
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