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BX3012 - Contemporary Issues in Accounting 
Final Examination Guide and Notes 2024 
 
Part 01. About This Guide 
Part 02. Sample Final Examination Paper 
Part 03. Suggested Solutions to Final Exam Paper 
Part 04. Final Examination - Hints and Tips 
 
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James Cook University - BX3012: Contemporary Issues in Accounting

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ACADEMIC YEAR 2023 - 2024

University	James Cook University
Study Level	Undergraduate
Subject Code	BX3012
Subject Name	Contemporary Issues in Accounting
Notes Title	Final Examination Guide and Notes
Format	PDF
Page Length	35

This guide allows students to understand how the BX3012: Contemporary Issues in Accounting, James Cook University - Final Examination 2024 will be assessed, structured and the likely style and range of questions that would be asked. This self-study set has been thoroughly updated to cover all the examinable topics covered in the latest edition of the final exam. You do not need to be an expert in the subject, you just need a basic understanding and be able to quickly recall the information that you learn. You can use these notes as a reference, to understand the topics better and improve your grades in the final exam.

This subject critically examines issues in financial accounting research and practice. Controversial issues in financial accounting that have been debated over the years will be critically evaluated in this subject. This subject is designed to provide a foundation for students to understand and participate in debates on important issues in financial accounting. This subject will also provide increased coverage of key areas of financial accounting such as accounting for foreign exchange and leases.

Learning Outcomes:

appraise theoretical and practical aspects of alternative accounting models for profit and capital measurement in times of changing prices;
integrate and apply International Financial Reporting Standards for the disclosure of financial and non-financial information;
develop researched and reflective opinions and judgements concerning theoretical and practical standard setting in accounting, drawing on relevant research and practice and convey this using oral and written communication techniques;
and - use accounting frameworks to critically analyse current financial reporting issues encountered by accountants, auditors, regulators and users of financial information and develop well-supported arguments to inform decision making.

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