13 Faculty of Commerce Te Wāhanga Tauhokohokore UNDERGRADUATE PROSPECTUS ACCOUNTING AND COMMERCIAL LAW
SCHOOL OF ACCOUNTING AND COMMERCIAL LAW TE KURA KAUTE, TURE TAUHOKOHOKO Level 7, Rutherford House, 23 Lambton Quay, Pipitea Campus, Wellington PO Box 600, Wellington 6140, New Zealand PHONE 04-463 5775 or 04-463 5383 or 04-463 7465 FAX 04-463 5076 EMAIL sacl@vuw.ac.nz WEBSITE www.victoria.ac.nz/sacl Victoria Business School Commerce Student and Academic Services Office Level 1, Railway West Wing, Pipitea Campus, Wellington Enquiries to Ground Floor, Rutherford House, Pipitea Campus PO Box 600, Wellington 6140, New Zealand Phone 04-463 5376 Fax 04-463 5360 Email Website fcom-sas@vuw.ac.nz www.victoria.ac.nz/vbs www.facebook.com/vuwcommerce Student Recruitment, Admission and Orientation Level 1, Hunter Building, Kelburn Campus, Wellington PO Box 600, Wellington 6140, New Zealand Phone 0800 VICTORIA (842 867) 04-463 5374 Fax 04-463 5193 Email course-advice@vuw.ac.nz Website www.victoria.ac.nz/futurestudents
IMPORTANT DATES January 10 January 21 February 6 Application deadline for all 2013 courses Wellington Anniversary Waitangi Day March 4 March 28 April 4 April 22 April 29 May 14-16 June 3 June 10 July 3 July 4 Trimester 1 begins Easter break begins Trimester 1 lectures resume Mid-trimester break begins (including Anzac Day) Trimester 1 lectures resume Graduation Queen s Birthday (Monday) Study / Examination Period begins Examinations end Mid-year break begins July 15 August 26 September 9 October 21 October 28 November 16 Trimester 2 begins Mid-trimester break begins Trimester 2 lectures resume Study / Examination Period begins Labour Day (Monday) Examinations end December 11-12 December 23 Graduation Christmas Break 1
CONTENTS Important Dates... 1 Welcome to the... 4 Staff Contacts... 5 SACL Undergraduate Programmes... 7 Course Materials... 7 Course Costs... 7 Course Readings... 7 Course Outlines... 7 Class Formats... 7 Lectures... 7 Tutorials... 7 Seminars... 8 Exams... 8 Official School Communications... 8 Course Information Index... 8 Scholarships and Prizes... 9 Scholarships... 9 Awards of Excellence... 9 Prizes... 9 The Bachelor of Commerce... 10 NON-SACL BCom CORE (100-LEVEL) COURSES... 11 Graduate Certificate in Commerce... 13 Studying Accounting... 14 BCom Degree with Accounting Major... 15 Course Planning for your BCom Accounting Major... 16 Accounting Minor... 17 Graduate Diploma in Commerce - Accounting Specialisation... 17 Graduate Diploma in Professional Accounting... 17 Postgraduate Study in Accounting... 18 BCom Honours... 18 Undergraduate Accounting Courses... 18 100-LEVEL COURSES... 18 200-LEVEL COURSES... 19 300-LEVEL COURSES... 20 ACCOUNTING COURSES NOT OFFERED IN 2013... 22 Non-SACL Courses Relating to the Accounting Major... 22 Studying Commercial Law... 24 BCom Degree with Commercial Law Major... 24 Course Planning for your BCom Commercial Law Major... 25 Commercial Law Minor... 26 Graduate Diploma in Commerce Commercial Law Specialisation... 26 Postgraduate Study in Commercial Law... 27 Undergraduate Commercial Law Courses... 27 200-LEVEL COURSES... 27 2 Victoria University of Wellington
300-LEVEL COURSES... 28 COMMERCIAL LAW COURSES NOT OFFERED IN 2013... 29 Studying Taxation... 30 BCom Degree with Taxation Major... 30 Course Planning for your BCom Taxation Major... 30 Taxation Minor... 31 Graduate Diploma in Commerce Taxation Specialisation... 32 Postgraduate Study in Taxation... 32 Undergraduate Taxation Courses... 32 200-LEVEL COURSES... 32 300-LEVEL COURSES... 33 TAXATION COURSES NOT OFFERED IN 2013... 33 The Accounting Profession... 34 Course Planning to meet the Accounting Professional Bodies academic requirements... 34 New Zealand Institute of Chartered Accountants... 35 2012 CA College Academic Requirements... 36 2010 CA College Academic Requirements... 37 2007 CA College Academic Requirements... 38 2006 CA College Academic Requirements... 38 CPA Australia... 39 The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), UK... 40 Association of Certified Chartered Accountants (ACCA).... 40 Computing Requirements... 41 Language Learning Centre... 41 Social and Cultural Activities... 41 Commerce Students Association... 41 Accommodation Service... 42 Te Pūtahi Atawhai... 42 Other Student Academic Services... 42 Crèches and ECEs... 42 Career Development and Employment (Vic Careers)... 42 Counselling Service... 43 Disability Services... 43 Financial Support and Advice... 43 Health Service... 43 Student Learning Support Service (SLSS)... 43 Vic OE (Overseas Exchange for Victoria students)... 44 Eligibility... 44 Application Deadlines... 44 Exchange Destinations... 44 Funding... 44 3
WELCOME TO THE SCHOOL OF ACCOUNTING AND COMMERCIAL LAW Welcome to the. In this prospectus you will find details of our undergraduate degrees and course offerings and the accounting professional requirements. If you are thinking of studying to become an accountant there is a description of what this entails. Don't hesitate to contact us with any enquiries you may have. The School of Accounting & Commercial Law is part of the Victoria Business School (VBS) at Victoria University of Wellington. The School is one of the foremost centres in Australasia for research in Accounting, Commercial Law and Taxation. Its staff are accountants and lawyers, and as such it is a "professional" school. Members of the School are actively engaged in research in areas such as accounting, taxation, sustainability, intellectual property, competition law and various aspects of corporate governance. The Centre for Accounting, Governance and Taxation Research (CAGTR) promotes the School s research activity. Our mission is to pursue and share knowledge of accounting, taxation and commercial law within a dynamic and inclusive learning environment while actively engaging our stakeholders and the wider community. In pursuing our mission, we actively engage in: the pursuit of excellence in accounting, commercial law and taxation, the promotion of diversity, local and international collaboration, recognising our unique location in the capital city of New Zealand, involvement with our students, graduates, the professions, government, industry and the community. In doing this, the School maintains excellent relationships with the accounting and legal professions and business and government communities. The current staff continues the School s long tradition of involvement with the business community and financial markets through their work with the accounting and legal profession and regulatory boards. A number of our staff have held senior positions in accounting firms, government organisations and policy-making bodies. Many are called upon to provide expert advice on complex business disputes and problems and to give submissions and commentary on various aspects of the law, taxation and accounting policies affecting business. The business school s degree programmes are accredited by AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) in both Business and Accounting. To realise accounting accreditation, the School had to satisfy not only the 21 AACSB quality standards for Business, but also an additional set of 15 standards that are specific to the discipline and profession of Accounting. The Victoria Business School is the first in New Zealand to have obtained accreditation from AACSB in both Business and Accounting and less than 1% of business schools worldwide hold this distinguished hallmark of excellence. Professor Ian Eggleton Head of School 4 Victoria University of Wellington
The (SACL) Te Kura Kaute, Ture Tauhokohoko Programme: Undergraduate Programme Location: Rutherford House, Level 6 and 7, Inquiries: Level 7 Phone: 04-463 5383 or 5775 or 7465 Fax: 04-463 5076 Email: sacl-undergrad@vuw.ac.nz Website: www.victoria.ac.nz/sacl STAFF CONTACTS Room (RH) Tel. Professor Ian Eggleton Head of School 706 6957 Mr Christopher Cripps Deputy Head of School 705 5757 MPA Programme Director Ms Marita Lotz School Manager 707 5365 Ms Vanessa Borg Senior Administrator (Projects & Events) 704 5078 Ms Pinky Shah Senior Administrator (MPA) 723 6921 Ms Lucy May Administrator 708 5775 Ms Lee Vassiliadis Administrator 708 5383 Ms Jane Perry Administrator 710 6680 Ms Rebekah Sage Ms Cherry Chang Administrator Administrator Chair in Public Finance 708 709 7465 9656 Ms Nora Munhuu Research Assistant 709 8621 Accounting and Taxation Professor Rachel Baskerville 625 6951 Mr Ken Bates 716A 6474 Professor Judy Brown 621 7054 Dr Thanh Binh Bui 619 6679 Dr Philip Colquhoun 715 5776 Dr Carolyn Cordery Director, Postgraduate Programmes 626 5761 Professor John Creedy Visiting Professorial Fellow 610 7422 Professor Jesse Dillard Adjunct Professor Dr Rodney Dormer 727 7009 Dr Luminita Enache 714 6787 Dr Carolyn Fowler Director, Undergraduate Programmes 601 6506 Professor Norman Gemmell Chair of Public Finance 602 5843 Ms Sendirella George 624 8202 Professor Trevor Hopper Adjunct Professor Dr Noor Houqe 712 6591 Dr Ainul Islam 604 6107 Dr Wares Karim tba tba Ms Katie Makale 713 8547 Ms Clare Markham 622 8093 Dr Lisa Marriott 603 5938 Mr Pala Molisa 616 6154 Associate Professor Ania Rose 701 5724 Professor Jake Rose 618 5779 Adjunct Professor Kevin Simpkins 716 9651 Associate Professor Andrew Smith 620 6707 Mr Matt Sorola 713 8547 Ms Farzana Tanima 630 5758 Professor Mark Tippett Adjunct Professor Dr Thu Phuong Truong 615 8961 Professor Karen Van Peursem Visiting Professorial Fellow 702 6314 Professor Tony van Zijl 606 5329 Ms Dimitria Vounatsos 614 8948 Associate Professor David White Associate Director, CAGTR 703 5705 5
Commercial Law Associate Professor Susan Corbett 722 5480 Ms Trish Keeper Acting Director, Honours Programme 617 5203 Dr Amanda Reilly 723 6958 Associate Professor Yvonne van Roy 605 6762 Honorary Staff Emeritus Professor Roger Hopkins 720 5364 Emeritus Professor Athol Mann 720 5364 Emeritus Professor Don Trow 720 5364 David MacDonald John Shewan Adjunct Professor Adjunct Professor 720 720 5364 5364 For further information on staff, including their research interest and teaching areas, see the SACL website: www.victoria.ac.nz/sacl/staff/ Student liaison contact people The liaison person for students with disabilities is Susan Corbett. The liaison person for international students is Christopher Cripps. The liaison person for Māori students is Tony van Zijl. 6 Victoria University of Wellington
SACL UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES The (SACL) at Victoria is responsible for teaching accounting as part of both the Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) core and the Accounting () major. The School also teaches commercial law as part of both the BCom core and the Commercial Law (COML) major. In addition, the School offers a major in Taxation (TAXN). SACL also offers graduate certificates and diplomas. These are the Graduate Certificate in Commerce, and the Graduate Diploma in Commerce with specialisations in Accounting, Commercial Law and Taxation. This prospectus provides information on the three BCom majors and these graduate certificates and diplomas. The Accounting Profession SACL has accreditation arrangements with New Zealand and international accounting professional bodies, to provide courses that allow our students to meet their academic requirements. Further information on these accounting professional bodies and their academic requirements can be found in the Accounting Profession section beginning on page 34. COURSE MATERIALS Course Costs All costs of course materials are approximate. The price of books from overseas is subject to variations in the exchange rate. A second-hand book sale is held by VUWSA in the first week of March: you can sell your old books through them, and you may be able to buy some of the books you require for 2013 at reduced prices. Second-hand books may under certain conditions be bought and sold through VicBooks. Course Readings Textbooks may be bought from VicBooks or from other bookshops. Course materials are available from the Student Notes Distribution Centre (SNDC) in the Student Union Building or the bookshop in Rutherford House if the course is taught at Pipitea Campus. Your course coordinator will tell you which outlet has the reading material for their course. Course Outlines At the beginning of each course students receive a Course Outline. This contains all necessary information about the course including the number of class meetings, their formats and times, booklists, assignments, tests and examinations and mandatory course requirements (minimum class work in order to complete the course). CLASS FORMATS Lectures Each course usually includes weekly lectures at which new material is presented. In addition, courses usually include discussion and reinforcement sessions, such as tutorials, workshops, seminars, or audio-visual classes. At the Kelburn campus, lectures starting before 1 p.m. start on the hour and last 50 minutes (or 1 hour 50 minutes); lectures from 1 p.m. start 10 minutes after the hour and finish on the hour. At the Pipitea campus, lectures starting before 12.30 p.m. start on the half-hour and last 50 minutes (or 1 hour 50 minutes); lectures from 12.30 p.m. start 10 minutes after the half-hour and finish on the half-hour. Tutorials These generally last 50 minutes and involve small groups of students meeting with a staff member, or tutor. Tutorials provide the opportunity to discuss course content, course work and readings, to exchange ideas and become acquainted with other course members. 7
Seminars A seminar is a class discussion group that centres on set readings or on courses prepared and presented by students. EXAMS Please note that students enrolled in courses that have a final examination are expected to be available in the relevant examination period. In 2013, these are 10 June 3 July and 21 October 16 November (for trimesters 1 and 2). Exam timetables are normally published after the mid-terms break. OFFICIAL SCHOOL COMMUNICATIONS Official notices of the School are usually posted on Blackboard. We may also communicate with you via your ITS email account. COURSE INFORMATION INDEX course code course reference number title points value trimester 231 CRN 13069 FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING 15 POINTS [1/3] Included in this prospectus are courses directly related to studying accounting, commercial law or taxation, showing these details: course code, title, points value, period taught (see note below); coordinator (academic in charge of course); timetable [Pip] = Courses will be held on the Pipitea campus; [Kel] = at the Kelburn campus; limitations on entry (LE means a Limited entry course); (P) = Prerequisites (courses you need to have passed first); (C) = Corequisites (courses you need to either pass beforehand or enrol in simultaneously); (D) = Double-labellings (Courses that are taught under more than one label); (X) = Restrictions (you may not enrol in a course if you have passed any of those listed as restricted against it); assessment (what coursework counts towards your final mark and how that is calculated); and textbooks: books that you must buy are labelled SET TEXTS; if a text is described as RECOMMENDED READING, then it is up to you whether you buy it or not. Note: 1. BCom courses have capacity limits and will be closed once the assigned room capacity has been reached (if a larger room cannot be found). 2. In each course entry below, the period offered is indicated at the end of the title line: 1/3 means the first trimester, while 2/3 refers to the second trimester. Some courses may also be offered in the third trimester (3/3, the summer of 2013/2014). More details are normally available in June. 3. Any of the courses listed in this prospectus may be cancelled by the Faculty because of insufficient resources or student demand, or if other unforeseen circumstances arise. 4. Courses are listed in numerical order within alphabetical sequence of subjects. 8 Victoria University of Wellington
SCHOLARSHIPS AND PRIZES Scholarships There are scholarships for which SACL undergraduate students may be eligible. Students should check out the University's Prizes and Scholarships database, accessible via: http://www.victoria.ac.nz/home/admisenrol/payments/scholarships/default.aspx Awards of Excellence Awards for Excellence are made each December by the School of Accounting and Commercial Law. The awards will be given to students who have achieved superior academic results in their Accounting, Commercial Law or Taxation courses. To be eligible, students must have enrolled in at least two Accounting, Commercial Law or Taxation courses in the previous twelve months, and not be a previous winner of the award. Recipients of the awards will receive a certificate and be invited to a special function to recognise their outstanding achievement. Prizes Many of the SACL courses have a prize for the best student in that particular course. CPA Australia also sponsors a prize for the most outstanding 3rd year student majoring in Accounting. A list of the current prizes is available from the SACL website: www.victoria.ac.nz/sacl/study/scholarships.aspx 9
THE BACHELOR OF COMMERCE The Bachelor of Commerce (BCom renamed from BCA in 2013) programme is designed to equip students for a successful future in today's exciting commercial environment. It provides a strong foundation of the essentials required for work in all areas of public administration and private business, while enabling you to focus the degree on your interests and career plans. The Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) requires: 1. A total of 360 points to complete the degree (3 years equivalent full-time study). At least 180 points must be above 100-level (courses numbered 200-399); At least 75 points must be at 300-level, including 45 points from the BCom schedule; and At least 210 points must be from the BCom schedule. 2. The completion of seven compulsory core 100-level courses consisting of: 1. 111 or 130* 1 2. ECON 130 3. INFO 101 4. MARK 101 5. MGMT 101 6. QUAN 102 (or STAT 193) 7. FCOM 111 (or COML 203 plus PUBL 113, 201, or 202). Pages 11 and 12 provide more detail on the NON-SACL BCom core 100-level courses. * 1 Students not advancing in accounting or taxation should take 130 rather than 111. 3. The completion of at least one major. Double majors are possible for students who satisfy the requirements of more than one subject area. However, no 300-level can be counted towards more than one major subject. The majors offered by the School are: Accounting Commercial Law Taxation You should include as many core courses as possible in your first-year programme, together with any courses required for advancement in your chosen major subject areas. FCOM 111 must be taken in the first year, as it has a compulsory writing component and sets the basic context for the degree. For more detailed information on the BCom, please see the 2013 Bachelor of Commerce Undergraduate Prospectus (http://www.victoria.ac.nz/fca/study-careers/academicprospectuses.aspx) or the Faculty of Commerce (VBS) website: http://www.victoria.ac.nz/vbs 10 Victoria University of Wellington
NON-SACL BCom CORE (100-LEVEL) COURSES ECON 130 ECONOMIC PRINCIPLES AND ISSUES 15 POINTS [1/3][2/3] Coordinator: Dr Stephen Burnell (X) ECON 113 Timetable: 1/3 CRN 10034 Mon, Wed 8-9 [Kel] 1/3 CRN 10035 Mon, Wed 1-2pm [Kel] 1/3 CRN 10036 Mon, Wed 3-4pm [Kel] 2/3 CRN 8721 Wed, Fri 11-12 [Kel] Assessment: Internal 40%, examination 60% Set Texts: K E Case, R C Fair, and S M Ostler, Principles of Economics, 10 th ed., Pearson 2012 Recommended Refer to course outline An introduction to economic principles and their application to issues facing households, businesses and government in the New Zealand economy and the international economic environment. FCOM 111 GOVERNMENT, LAW AND BUSINESS 15 POINTS [1/3][2/3] Coordinator: Dr Chris Eichbaum (X) FCOM 110 Timetable: 1/3 CRN 17242 Tue, Fri 4-5pm [Kel] 1/3 CRN 17243 Tue, Fri 1-2pm [Kel] 2/3 CRN 17244 Tue, Fri 2-3pm [Kel] 2/3 CRN 17245 Tue, Fri 12-1pm [Kel] Assessment: Government assignment 25%, legal test 25%, tutorial assignment worksheets 20%, examination 30% Set Texts: Essential readings for this course are included on the FCOM111 Blackboard site. Additional material and readings may be distributed at lectures or tutorials or posted on Blackboard Recommended Refer to course outline This course sets the context for the BCA (BCom) degree, acquainting students with the legal and governmental environment that New Zealand firms operate in. INFO 101 FOUNDATIONS OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS 15 POINTS [1/3][2/3] Coordinator: Simon Park Timetable: 1/3 CRN 10038 Tue, Fri 2-3pm [Kel] 1/3 CRN 10060 Tue, Fri 3-4pm [Kel] 2/3 CRN 8723 Mon, Wed 11-12 [Kel] 2/3 CRN 8724 Mon, Wed 10-11 [Kel] Assessment: Internal assessment 100% Set Texts: David Kroenke and Tony Hooper, Using MIS, Pearson, 1st NZ edition An examination of the role of information systems in the business operations, managerial decision-making and strategy of modern organisations. The course introduces the fundamental concepts of computer-based information systems acquisition and use. 11
MARK 101 PRINCIPLES OF MARKETING 15 POINTS [1/3][2/3][3/3] Coordinator: TBA Timetable: 1/3 CRN 8507 Tue, Fri 10-11 [Kel] 1/3 CRN 10047 Tue, Fri 8-9 [Kel] 2/3 CRN 16017 Mon, Wed 3-4pm [Kel] 2/3 CRN 16018 Mon, Wed 1-2pm [Kel] 3/3 CRN 19872 [Distance (NZ)] Assessment: Internal coursework 50%, examination 50% Set Texts: Solomon, M., et al, Marketing: Real People, Real Choices, 2 nd edition (2011), Pearson An introduction to the study of marketing and its role in developing a strategic customer/client focus within commercial, public sector and not-for-profit organisations. Note: MARK101 is sometimes offered as a distance learning course to students not based in Wellington. Students must receive the permission of the Course Coordinator to take the course by distance under CRN 19872. MGMT 101 INTRODUCTION TO MANAGEMENT 15 POINTS [1/3][2/3] Coordinator: Eric Chong Timetable: 1/3 CRN 8508 Tue, Fri 4-5pm [Kel] 2/3 CRN 10048 Wed, Fri 12-1pm [Kel] 2/3 CRN 10049 Mon, Wed 1-2pm [Kel] 2/3 CRN 16019 Wed, Fri 10-11 [Kel] Assessment: Written assignments 40%, tutorials 10%, examination 50% Set Texts: TBA Recommended TBA This introductory course in management offers a broad perspective on modern management in the business, public and voluntary sectors, and examines key issues likely to face managers in the near future. QUAN 102 STATISTICS FOR BUSINESS 15 POINTS [1/3][2/3] Coordinator: Dr John Randal (X) STAT 193 Timetable: 1/3 CRN 1482 Mon, Wed 2-3pm [Kel] 1/3 CRN 4501 Mon, Wed 4-5pm [Kel] 2/3 CRN 5010 Tue, Thu 1-2pm [Kel] 2/3 CRN 16016 Tue, Thu 9-10 [Kel] Assessment: Internal 50%, examination 50% Set Texts: M Clark and J Randal, A First Course in Applied Statistics, 2 nd ed. Pearson, 2010 Recommended Refer to course outline An introduction to techniques useful in business research or practice. Topics include graphs and diagrams, measures of location and dispersion, index numbers, probability, sampling, estimation and testing (z, t, chi-square, sign and Mann-Whitney tests), correlation and simple regression. 12 Victoria University of Wellington
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN COMMERCE The Graduate Certificate in Commerce is a convenient qualification for students who wish to undertake a limited amount of study in an area of commerce at an advanced undergraduate level, because it is relevant to their employment or interests. The Graduate Certificate in Commerce is equivalent to one trimester of full-time study (though it can be taken part-time), open to graduates in any field, and nested within the Graduate Diploma in Commerce. The courses selected for the Certificate must total at least 60 points at 200-level or above, with at least 30 of those points at 300-level or above. A specialisation will be awarded if the courses all come from a particular commerce subject area, for example accounting, commercial law or taxation. Alternatively, a Certificate consisting of coherent course of study in several areas may be completed without a specialisation. 13
STUDYING ACCOUNTING Accounting is often referred to as the language of business, and is a vital aspect of business throughout the world from securing finance for a new business, helping the business prepare fair and accurate reports of profit and business activity and advising on how best to manage revenue and costs, to listing on the share market. As firms and financial markets become global, accounting and accounting qualifications have become even more international. Accounting is also a fundamental element in helping government and not-forprofit sectors deliver their goods and services. To succeed in accounting you need to be comfortable with numbers, but you also need to be able to communicate written and interpersonal skills are just as important as numeracy. No previous study of accounting is expected, however preparing for any profession, including accounting, is never going to be without challenge. The hard work will be well rewarded, financially and otherwise, as you progress in your career. Undergraduate courses offered by the cover the key topics in accounting practice and academic research; they are designed to foster critical thinking and develop a sound base for life-long learning. At Victoria, you will not be exposed to endless repetitive calculations or bookkeeping exercises. We teach in a manner that focuses on the ideas behind accounting, which will help you develop valuable skills. The school offers you a choice between two accounting courses as your compulsory firstyear core accounting subject for the Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) degree. 111 (Accounting) covers the preparation, use and analysis of internal and external accounting information and is required if you intend to major in accounting and/or taxation. The other course, 130 (Accounting for Decision Making), provides an introduction to accounting for students not intending to continue with an accounting or taxation major. This course covers the use and social impact of accounting information, both within organisations and in external reporting. From there, Victoria accounting courses offer expertise in all aspects of accounting starting with key knowledge areas required by accountants in today s business environment: financial and management accounting, auditing, and accounting information systems. Other areas of advanced study in accounting include financial statement analysis, international accounting, public sector accounting and critical perspectives in accounting. Students are also required to demonstrate an understanding of the principles and practices of bookkeeping. This understanding is tested through the compulsory 001 (Bookkeeping) course. Employment prospects for graduates in accounting are wide ranging. All organisations of moderate and larger size require the services of an accountant or chartered accountant. Positions requiring a thorough knowledge of accounting include auditors, business analysts, business planners, cost accountants, credit controllers, financial accountants, financial planners, and management accountants. The business school s degree programmes are accredited by AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) in both Business and Accounting. To realise accounting accreditation, the School had to satisfy not only the 21 AACSB quality standards for Business, but also an additional set of 15 standards that are specific to the discipline and profession of Accounting. The Victoria Business School is the first in New Zealand to have obtained accreditation from AACSB in both Business and Accounting and less than 1% of business schools worldwide hold this distinguished hallmark of excellence. Students electing to study accounting should complete a BCom majoring in accounting. For those wanting to become professional/chartered accountants, Victoria s BCom degree in accounting is currently accredited by four professional accounting bodies: 14 Victoria University of Wellington
New Zealand Institute of Chartered Accountants (NZICA). CPA Australia. Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), UK (Subject to re-accreditation of our programme from 2013). Association of Certified Chartered Accountants (ACCA). Further information regarding study at Victoria to meet the academic requirements of the accounting professional bodies can be found in this prospectus on pages 34 to 40 or on the SACL website: www.victoria.ac.nz/sacl BCOM DEGREE WITH ACCOUNTING MAJOR This section covers the requirements for the BCom ( major) degree. Details regarding the more extensive requirements of professional accounting bodies are found on pages 34 to 40. Students considering a career in accounting are strongly recommended to read the section on the accounting profession in this prospectus. As well as complying with the BCom core and points requirements on page 10, the requirements for an Accounting Major are as follows: 1. FINA 101 (OR FINA 201 OR FINA 211); 2. 223, 225, 231, COML 203, COML 204, TAXN 201; and 3. 302, 308, 330. If you started your degree prior to 2009 and are not sure what is required to complete your BCA (BCom), please contact the Faculty of Commerce Student Administration Office. Choosing between 111 and 130 The major difference between 111 and 130 is that 130 provides an introduction to accounting for students not intending to continue with an accounting major, while 111 is intended for those wishing to undertake further study in accounting. Therefore, 111 focuses on concepts applicable to the preparation of accounting information as well as on the use of that information and is required if you intend to undertake further accounting and/or taxation study. 130 focuses on the use of accounting information. It is designed to introduce accounting to students who do not intend to continue with any further accounting or taxation study. Students who have passed 130 with a B+ grade or better may be permitted to enrol in 200-level courses without passing 111. Such enrolment will be subject to participating in makeup tutorials of material covered in 111 but not in 130 at the start of their 200-level courses. It is recognised that in this situation you may not have taken 001(Bookkeeping) before enrolling in the 200-level courses. If this is the case please contact the SACL Director of Undergraduate programmes to arrange a pre-requisite as a co-requisite waiver so you can enrol in both at the same time. 15
Bookkeeping ( 001) As well as completing the courses in the accounting major, students are required to demonstrate an understanding of the principles and practices of bookkeeping. This understanding is tested through the completion of the 001 Bookkeeping course. Students intending to major in and/or TAXN need to take 001 in their first year. From 2013 001 is a prerequisite to all 200-level courses therefore students need to have passed it prior to enrolling in these courses. 001 Bookkeeping is offered in trimesters 1 and 2. The course runs for six weeks at the start of each trimester. There are no points earned by this course and no student fees. The only exemption to the need to pass bookkeeping is for those students who have passed 221 or 223 before 2005, have passed the bookkeeping test run by the School of Accounting and Commercial Law before 2005, or have passed an equivalent course (with a sufficiently high grade) at another tertiary institution. In some situations, a pre-requisite as a co-requisite waiver may be given for concurrent study in 001 and the 200-level courses. Please contact the SACL Director of Undergraduate programmes for further information. Course Planning for your BCom Accounting Major The following is a possible course of study for students intending to complete the Accounting Major. You may complete your study in any order. However, you should include as many core courses as possible in your first-year programme, together with any courses required for advancement in your chosen major subject areas. This study plan does not guarantee the completion of the BCom degree: students must complete the correct number of points at 100-, 200-, and 300-level, and ensure they include 210 points from the BCom schedule. Sample plan for BCom with Accounting () Major FIRST TRIMESTER SECOND TRIMESTER 1 st year FCOM 111 ECON 130 111 QUAN 102 MGMT 101 FINA 101* MARK 101 INFO 101 001 must be taken in the first year, either in trimester 1 or trimester 2 2 nd year ANY 231 223 COML 203 COML 204 225 TAXN 201 ANY 3 rd year 308 ANY One 200- ANY 300 level or 300 ANY 300 level ANY 302 330 level Students wishing to be members of an accounting professional body need to do ECON 140, QUAN 111, and FINA 211 (or FINA 201) instead of FINA 101*. See pages 34 to 40 for further information on the requirements of the professional accounting bodies and a possible course of study. 16 Victoria University of Wellington
The following are either compulsory or elective courses for other subject majors in the current BCom degree: 231 is required for the Taxation major; 231 is an option for Finance major; 306 is an option for the Finance major; and 307 is an option for the Graduate Diploma in Commerce Public Management specialisation. ACCOUNTING MINOR It is possible to complete an Accounting minor in addition to your non-accounting majors. This consists of 60 points from at 200 or above, including at least 15 points at 300- level. GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN COMMERCE - ACCOUNTING SPECIALISATION If you have already completed a Commerce or other relevant degree and want to embark on a new area in Commerce, then a good option may be to enrol in the Graduate Diploma in Commerce (GDipCom). The Accounting Specialisation consists of the following courses: 1. 223, 225, 231, COML 203, COML 204, TAXN 201; 2. 302, 308, 330; and 3. Two approved 300-level courses. Note: this specialisation could require as much as 165 points unless some of the courses have been passed previously for another qualification. Therefore, it may take more than oneyear (full-time) to complete. Prerequisites and co-requisites for the courses must be met. Please check this prospectus for information on when courses are offered and their prerequisites. GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN PROFESSIONAL ACCOUNTING New enrolments for the Graduate Diploma in Professional Accounting are no longer possible as entry to the programme has been closed. Students who are currently enrolled under the 2010 statute can complete under that statute provided they do so by the end of 2015. The 2010 Graduate Diploma in Professional Accounting programme is a further year of fulltime study after completion of a BCA/BCom degree (or equivalent) with an Accounting Major. The programme of study consists of: 120 points selected from or TAXN 200-399 including at least 75 points at 300-level. Up to 45 points may be replaced with approved courses from COML or FINA 200-399. Please check the School s current Academic Prospectus for information on when courses are offered and their prerequisites. Students who enrolled under the Graduate Diploma in Professional Accounting 2008 statute can no longer complete under that statute, unless they receive the permission of the Associate Dean (students) Dr Colin Jeffcoat. Alternatively, students can finish under the 2010 statute as detailed above. 17
POSTGRADUATE STUDY IN ACCOUNTING The offers a number of postgraduate programmes in Accounting, including Honours, Master s and PhD study. BCom Honours is the entry-level postgraduate qualification. BCom Honours Graduate level study requires much more intensive and creative endeavour than undergraduate study. You will benefit from smaller classes and closer contact with the staff and fellow students. The Honours degree in Accounting is a one-year, full-time programme for graduates with a BCA or BCom in Accounting (or equivalent). The Honours programme is a research-based degree in which you will develop the ability to conduct rigorous independent research and explore conceptual and theoretical issues within the accounting discipline. The Honours programme, through its focus on research, develops the following skills: critical assessment and analysis of current research in accounting; conducting research and constructing arguments; communication skills, both written and oral; and independent study and time management. Entry into the BCom(Hons) in Accounting programme normally requires a BCA or BCom in Accounting (or equivalent). Students with consistent undergraduate grades of B or better in compulsory 300-level courses are well placed for consideration. However, as entry decisions are made on a case-by-case basis; the most important criteria for entry are an enthusiasm for the programme, a demonstrable ability to think critically, a confidence with written and oral communication, and a curiosity and an eagerness to question ideas and practices. An interview will form part of the selection process. For more information on the Honours programme, contact the School s Honours Programme Director. UNDERGRADUATE ACCOUNTING COURSES 100-LEVEL COURSES 001 BOOKKEEPING 0 POINTS [1/3][2/3] Coordinator: Luminita Enache Timetable: 1/3 CRN 15419 Mon,11.30-12.20pm [Pip] (04.03.2013) 1/3 CRN 15419 Mon, 5.10-6pm [Kel] (04.03.2013) 2/3 CRN 15420 Mon, 5.10-6pm [Kel] (15.07.2013) Assessment: Test 100% Set Texts: Bookkeeping 001 compiled by Carolyn Cordery and Farzana Tanima, Person Customprint Recommended TBA An examination of the principles and practice of bookkeeping. Note: This course is for students enrolled in or planning to enrol in 200-level accounting courses. 18 Victoria University of Wellington
111 ACCOUNTING 15 POINTS [1/3][2/3] Coordinator: Kevin Simpkins [1/3], Rodney Dormer [2/3] Timetable: 1/3 CRN 6603 Mon, Wed 3-4pm [Kel], Thu 3-4pm [Kel] 1/3 CRN 6604 Mon, Wed 1-2pm [Kel], Thu 1-2pm [Kel] 2/3 CRN 6605 Tue, Wed 4-5pm [Kel], Fri 4-5pm [Kel] Assessment: Online assessments 30%, test 20%, examination 50% Set Texts: Atrill, et.al. Accounting An Introduction Pearson, New Zealand edition, 2011 The preparation, use and analysis of internal and external accounting information. 130 ACCOUNTING FOR DECISION MAKING 15 POINTS [1/3][2/3] Coordinator: Philip Colquhoun (X) 111 Timetable: 1/3 CRN 23001 Mon, Wed 9-10 [Kel] 2/3 CRN 23002 Tue, Fri 1-2pm [Kel] Assessment: Online quizzes 20%, tutorial assessments 20%, examination 60% Set Texts: Atrill, P., and E. McLaney, (2011) Accounting and Finance for Non- Specialists, Pearson, seventh edition An introduction to accounting for students not intending to advance in accounting or taxation. The course covers the use and social impact of accounting information, both within organisations and in external reporting. 200-LEVEL COURSES 223 MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING 15 POINTS [1/3][2/3] Coordinator: Rodney Dormer (P) 001, 111, ECON 130 Timetable: 1/3 CRN 15970 Tue, Thu 5.30-6.30pm [Pip] 2/3 CRN 204 Tue, Thu 12.30-1.30pm [Pip] Assessment: Two tests 20% each, examination 60% Set Texts: Garrison, R. H., Noreen, E. W. and Brewer, P. C. (2011) Managerial Accounting (14 th Ed.) New York, McGraw Hill/Irwin Recommended TBA The theory and practice of cost and management accounting. 225 INTRODUCTION TO ACCOUNTING SYSTEMS 15 POINTS [1/3][2/3] Coordinator: Pala Molisa [1/3], Carolyn Cordery [2/3] (P) 001, 111, INFO 101 Timetable: 1/3 CRN 18776 Tue, Fri 3.30-4.30pm [Pip] 2/3 CRN 15281 Wed, Thu 9.30-10.30 [Pip] Assessment: Group assignments 15%, presentation 6%, cyber labs and tutorial 9%, test 20%, examination 50% (tbc) Set Texts: Simkin, MG, Rose, JM, and Norman, CS (2012) Core Concepts of Recommended Accounting Information Systems 12 th Ed John Wiley and Sons, Inc. TBA An introduction to the study of accounting systems and the role of accountants in this systems environment. 19
231 FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING 15 POINTS [1/3][2/3] Coordinator: Rachel Baskerville [1/3], Noor Houqe [2/3] (P) 001, 111; (X) 221, 222 Timetable: 1/3 CRN 13069 Mon, Thu 9.30-10.30 [Pip] 2/3 CRN 15971 Wed, Thu 3.30-4.30pm [Pip] Assessment: Quizzes 5%, group presentation 12%, assignments 18%, test 15% examination 50% Set Texts: J Kothari and E Barone, Advanced Financial Accounting An International Recommended Approach, Prentice Hall, latest edition TBA A preparer's perspective on particular areas of financial reporting, including current New Zealand GAAP and recognition of revenue, assets and liabilities. 300-LEVEL COURSES 302 ADVANCED MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING 15 POINTS [1/3][2/3] Coordinator: Binh Bui [1/3], Ken Bates [2/3] (P) 001, 223. Timetable: 1/3 CRN 15422 Wed 1.30-2.30pm [Pip], Fri 9.30-10.30 [Pip] 2/3 CRN 213 Mon, Thu 4.30-5.30pm [Pip] 2/3 CRN 15423 Mon, Thu 3.30-4.30pm [Pip] Assessment: Two tests 20% each, examination 60% Set Texts: Recommended Strategic Decision-Making, Performance Management and Risk in Management Accounting 2/e, Hunt, C., Fowler, C. and Drennan, L., Pearson Education New Zealand TBA An in-depth analysis of selected topics in cost and management accounting. 303 FRAUD AUDITING 15 POINTS [1/3] Coordinator: Jake Rose (P) 231, COML 204; (C) 330 Timetable: 1/3 CRN 216 Tue 10.30-12.30 [Pip] Assessment: Test 35%, computer assignments 15%, case 10%, examination 40% Set Texts: Fraud Examination, 4th Edition, by W. Steve Albrecht, Chad O. Albrecht, Conan C. Albrecht, and Mark F. Zimbelman, South-Western Cengage Learning, 2012, ISBN-13: 978-0-538-47084-1 Recommended TBA The accountability of external auditors within a judgmental framework, including professional guidelines, technology impacts and current auditing research issues. 306 FINANCIAL STATEMENT ANALYSIS 15 POINTS [2/3] Coordinator: Wares Karim (P) 231 (or 221), FINA/MOFI 201 or FINA 211 Timetable: 2/3 CRN 220 Wed, Fri 1.30-2.30pm [Pip] Assessment: Assignments 20%, test 40%, examination 40% (tbc) Set Texts: Stephen H. Penman Financial Statement Analysis and Security Valuation 5th edition A critical examination of accounting and finance concepts as applied to financial statements of firms, focusing on the interests of equity investors. The course will also consider the value of financial statement analysis to capital markets and communities. 20 Victoria University of Wellington
307 GOVERNMENT ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE 15 POINTS [1/3] Coordinator: Rodney Dormer (P) 15 200-level pts Timetable: 1/3 CRN 222 Tue 4.30-5.30pm [Pip], Thu 11.30-12.30 [Pip] Assessment: Project 30%, essay 30%, examination 40% Set Texts: Course material book available from VicBooks, Pipitea Campus Recommended TBA The theoretical basis of government accounting; budgetary theory; the budgetary system of New Zealand government, accounting for local authorities and public enterprise. 308 ADVANCED FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING 15 POINTS [1/3][2/3] Coordinator: Kevin Simpkins (P) 001, 231 (or 221) Timetable: 1/3 CRN 15424 Mon 10.30-11.30 [Pip], Wed 10.30-11.30 [Pip] 1/3 CRN 15425 Mon, Wed 9.30-10.30 [Pip] 2/3 CRN 224 Wed, Fri 2.30-3.30pm [Pip] Assessment: Assignment 10%, essay 20%, test 20%, examination 50% Set Texts: Kothari, J. and Barone, E. (2011) Advanced Accounting, - An International Approach, Prentice Hall Course Materials Book: Relevant Accounting Standards to be Covered in the Course available from VicBooks, Pipitea Campus Current issues in financial accounting and reporting; alternative measurement bases from accounting and economics; the traditional framework of financial statements and other means of reporting. 309 INTERNATIONAL ACCOUNTING TOPICS 15 POINTS [2/3] Coordinator: Noor Houqe (P) 15 200-level pts Timetable: 2/3 CRN 226 Tue 3.30-5.30pm [Pip], Fri 3.30-4.30pm [Pip] Assessment: Test 25%, research essay 25%, examination 50% (tbc) Set Texts: Christopher Nobes and Robert Parker, Comparative International Accounting 12th edition, Prentice Hall Recommended TBA Accounting standards setting and corporate financial reporting practices in selected countries. Accounting issues affecting multinational enterprises such as foreign exchange translations, transfer pricing, segment reporting, financial statement analysis and harmonisation of accounting standards. 314 ACCOUNTING AND SOCIETY 15 POINTS [1/3] Coordinator: Pala Molisa (P) 15 200-level pts Timetable: 1/3 CRN 233 Mon 11.30-12.30 [Pip], Thu 4.30-6.30pm [Pip] Assessment: Two tests 20% and 40%, research project 30%, class participation 10% Set Texts: Course material book available from VicBooks, Pipitea Campus Recommended TBA The study of accounting in a social and political context. Topics include accounting and the environment, ethics, industrial relations, social responsibility and philosophy. 21
330 AUDITING 15 POINTS [1/3][2/3] Coordinator: Karen Van Peursem [1/3], Ania Rose [2/3] (P) 231, COML 204; (X) 232, 303 before 2011 Timetable: 1/3 CRN 18308 Tue, Thu 2.30-3.30pm [Pip] 2/3 CRN 18312 Tue 2.30-3.30pm [Pip], Thu 11.30-12.30 [Pip] 2/3 CRN 19736 Tue, Thu 1.30-2.30pm [Pip] Assessment: Test 25%, assignment 25%, examination 50% Set Texts: Van Peursem, Pratt and Cordery (2010) 6th edition, Auditing: Theory and Recommended Practice in New Zealand TBA Concepts and practice of auditing. ACCOUNTING COURSES NOT OFFERED IN 2013 211: Accounting for Tourism 317: Accounting Information Systems 320: Special Topic: Accounting Theory 321: Special Topic: Accounting History NON-SACL COURSES RELATING TO THE ACCOUNTING MAJOR ECON 140 ECONOMICS AND STRATEGIC BEHAVIOUR 15 POINTS [2/3][3/3] Coordinator: Dr Stephen Burnell (P) ECON 130 Timetable: 2/3 CRN 8722 Tue, Thu 8-9 [Kel] 2/3 CRN 10037 Tue, Thu 11-12 [Kel] 3/3 CRN 9310 TBA [Kel] Assessment: Internal 40%, examination 60% Set Texts: K E Case, R C Fair, and S M Ostler, Principles of Economics, 10 th ed. Pearson 2012 Recommended Refer to course outline Consumer choice, the strategic behaviour of firms under different market structures, public choice. Implications for management, marketing and public policy decisions, and the design of regulatory, fiscal and monetary policies. Responses to macroeconomic shocks. FINA 101 FINANCE FOR BUSINESS 15 POINTS [2/3] Coordinator: Dr Brandon Chen (P) ECON 130, QUAN 102 (or MATH 177 or STAT131/193) Timetable: 2/3 CRN 18307 Wed, Fri 8-9 [Kel] Assessment: Either internal 50%, examination 50%, or examination 100% Set Texts: TBA Recommended TBA An introduction to the principles of finance and their application to issues facing businesses and individual investors. Extensive use will be made of spreadsheets. 22 Victoria University of Wellington
FINA 211 CORPORATE FINANCE FOR ACCOUNTING AND 15 POINTS [1/3] BUSINESS Coordinator: Dr Michael Keefe (P) ECON 140, QUAN 102 (or MATH 177 or STAT 131/193); QUAN 111 or (MATH 141/142, 151); (X) FINA 201 Timetable: 1/3 CRN 25074 Wed, Fri 4.40-5.30pm [Pip] Assessment: Internal 50%, examination 50% Set Texts: TBA Recommended Refer to course outline An introduction to the fundamental concepts in corporate finance for accounting and business. Topics include net present value, alternative investment rules, capital budgeting, capital structure and long-term financing. Note: FINA 211 has been developed for students wanting to complete an accounting major (including 200-level finance) and/or meet the accounting professional body requirements. Students intending to complete a FINA or ECON major must do FINA 201 instead. Information on FINA 201 is available from the online course catalogue (http://www.victoria.ac.nz/home/study/subjects). QUAN 111 MATHEMATICS FOR ECONOMICS AND FINANCE 15 POINTS [2/3][3/3] Coordinator: Dr Mohammed Khaled (X) any pair (MATH 103/113/141/142, MATH 104/114/151) Timetable: 2/3 CRN 6107 Mon, Wed 2-3pm [Kel] 2/3 CRN 6469 Mon, Wed 4-5pm [Kel] 3/3 CRN 19879 TBA [Kel] Assessment: Either internal 40%, examination 60%, or examination 100% Set Texts: P de Boer and M Khaled, Mathematics for Business and Economics, 2 nd ed. Pearson Education Recommended Refer to course outline Mathematical methods appropriate for study of economics and finance: set theory, functions, calculus of functions of one or several variables, financial mathematics, vectors, matrices and systems of linear equations. 23
STUDYING COMMERCIAL LAW The law impacts on all business activity. Whether dealing with customers, suppliers or employees, or protecting the physical and intellectual assets of your business, it is essential that business people have some knowledge of the appropriate legal issues. An understanding of commercial law and its operation will aid both those who make business decisions and those who advise others on business decisions. Commercial law: enables students to read and understand laws relevant to business made by Parliament and decisions by the courts on the application of those laws; equips students with the tools to recognise the legal implications of business activities; and provides students with an understanding of the policies that drive legal developments within a commercial context. The School offers a range of courses in commercial law that can substantially broaden your understanding of the other areas of commerce that you are focusing on in your study. These include contracts, which are an essential element of every business transaction, the laws underpinning various options for structuring your business or company, the law relating to employment and human resource management, legal issues for e-commerce, marketing law and competition law, and the laws relevant to international trade. COML 203 (Legal Environment of Business) is designed to give an overview of the legal system and the nature of law, and covers such topics as the New Zealand legal framework, and legal issues concerning the business community including contracts, torts, and negligence. COML 203 provides students with the appropriate background and skills to enter other commercial law papers. Advanced courses in Commercial Law include contract law, company and partnership law, consumer and competition law, labour law, the law of e- Commerce, and marketing law. Students wishing to major in Commercial Law, Accounting or Taxation or meet the accounting professional body commercial law requirements should begin with COML 203. Positions in the commercial sector which often require a thorough knowledge of commercial law, include public and corporate accountants, auditors, company secretaries, directors/managers, consultants and financial advisers. BCOM DEGREE WITH COMMERCIAL LAW MAJOR As well as complying with the BCom core and points requirements on page 10, the requirements for a Commercial Law Major are as follows: 1. COML 203, COML 204; 2. One course from TAXN 201, COML 205, or COML 206; 3. COML 310; and 4. Either (i) two courses from COML 300-399, or (ii) one course from COML 300-399, and one further course from TAXN 300-399. If you started your degree prior to 2009 and are not sure what is required to complete your BCA (or BCom), please contact the Faculty of Commerce Student Administration Office. 24 Victoria University of Wellington