Module Overview

Advanced Financial Reporting

This module consolidates and advances the understanding acquired in the previous years. It addresses the more complex international accounting standards, advanced aspects of accounting for business combinations and current developments in corporate reporting.

Module Code

ACCT 3003

ECTS Credits

10

*Curricular information is subject to change

 

 

Financial Reporting Environment

• Regulatory Framework of Accounting• IFRS & National GAAP• Annual Reports• Corporate Social Responsibility Reporting• Current Issues in Financial Reporting

International Financial Reporting Standards

• Presentation of Financial Statements• Inventory• Accounting Policies, Changes in Accounting Estimates and Errors• Events after the Reporting Period• Taxation in financial accounts• Property, Plant and Equipment• Government Grants• Borrowing Costs• Related Party Disclosures• Financial Instruments• Impairment of Assets• Provisions, Contingent Liabilities and Contingent Assets• Intangible Assets • Investment Property• Operating Segments• Revenue• Leases

Consolidated Financial Statements

• Fair Value and Acquisition Adjustments• Associates and Joint Ventures• Earnings per Share & Diluted Earnings per Share

Analysis and Interpretation of Financial Statements

n/a

Formal lectures to gain an informed understanding of the underlying theory and regulatory requirements

Case study and worked examples to ensure a high level of professional skill in the practical application of the theory

Class and group discussions to develop skills in critical evaluation

Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown %
Formal Examination80
Other Assessment(s)20