MAN-10015 - Module Specification
Keele Business School
Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences

Programme/Approved Electives for 2020/21

Available as a Free Standing Elective

Co-requisites

None

Prerequisites

None.

Barred Combinations

None

Description for 2020/21

This module introduces students to the fundamental concepts and key techniques of accounting. Students will develop a knowledge and understanding of the basic principles of accounting, providing them with key transferable employability skills. The syllabus includes income statements, balance sheets and budgeting. The module is delivered through weekly lectures and tutorials.

The module aims to introduce students to the fundamental concepts and key techniques of accounting; to develop students' knowledge and understanding of basic principles of accounting; and to provide transferable employability skills.

Intended Learning Outcomes

Explain fundamental concepts of accounting will be achieved by assessments: 1,2
Apply the basic principles of accounting will be achieved by assessments: 1,2
Relate specific applications of accounting information to a business context will be achieved by assessments: 1,2
Apply numerical and literacy skills to accounting topics will be achieved by assessments: 1,2

Study hours

11 hours lectures
11 hours tutorials
Lecture and tutorial preparation 40 hours
Private study 62 hours
Examination preparation 26 hours

School Rules

None

Description of Module Assessment