ACCTFIN 3501 - International Study Tour - Accounting & Finance

North Terrace Campus - Summer - 2020

This course is designed to give students a broad understanding of global accounting and finance issues and general exposure to different industries and doing business internationally. A blend of formal study and experiential learning will enhance students' knowledge of conducting business in an international market and an appreciation of cultural issues. Students will gain an understanding of international organisations through immersion in foreign countries and a mix of participation in academic seminars conducted by partner institutions, industry visits, research, and cultural activities. Each tour will generally be held over two or three weeks. Students will attend at least one pre-departure scheduled seminar and be expected to attend all scheduled activities on tour.

  • General Course Information
    Course Details
    Course Code ACCTFIN 3501
    Course International Study Tour - Accounting & Finance
    Coordinating Unit Adelaide Business School
    Term Summer
    Level Undergraduate
    Location/s North Terrace Campus
    Units 3
    Available for Study Abroad and Exchange Y
    Prerequisites ACCTING 1002 & CORPFIN 1002
    Quota As places are limited, enrolment in this course is by an application process
    Course Description This course is designed to give students a broad understanding of global accounting and finance issues and general exposure to different industries and doing business internationally. A blend of formal study and experiential learning will enhance students' knowledge of conducting business in an international market and an appreciation of cultural issues. Students will gain an understanding of international organisations through immersion in foreign countries and a mix of participation in academic seminars conducted by partner institutions, industry visits, research, and cultural activities. Each tour will generally be held over two or three weeks. Students will attend at least one pre-departure scheduled seminar and be expected to attend all scheduled activities on tour.
    Course Staff

    Course Coordinator: Associate Professor Robyn Davidson

    Let's Get Fiscal European Tour
    Associate Professor Robyn Davidson 
    Level 13, Room 13.29
    10 Pulteney Street (Nexus 10)
    Ph : +61 8 8313 8373
    e-mail: robyn.davidson@adelaide.edu.au

    New York, New York US Tour
    Dr Lisa Powell
    Level 13, room 13:22
    10 Pulteney Street (Nexus 10)
    Telephone: 8313 0103
    email: lisa.powell@adelaide.edu.au

    and

    Dr Max Bessell
    Level 13, room 13:56
    10 Pulteney Street (Nexus 10)
    Telephone: 8313 8303
    email: max.bessell@adelaide.edu.au

    Course Timetable

    The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.

  • Learning Outcomes
    Course Learning Outcomes
    On successful completion of this course students will be able to:

    1. Reflect critically on and self-evaluate skills, capabilities and needs in relation to career preparation and early career
    performance.

    2. Demonstrate the ability to solve practical problems of organisation, travel and communication in another cultural context.

    3. Critically reflect on the influence of international and comparative perspectives on the way business is conducted.

    4. Evaluate, synthesise and critically analyse information from a wide variety of experiential learning sources and
    experiences and apply discipline knowledge to observed practice to develop creative solutions.

    5. Demonstrate good inter-personal and communication skills in both written and oral communication, working
    independently and as a member of a team.

    6. Exhibit curiosity, self-awareness and problem solving skills that will enable continuous learning and growth.
    University Graduate Attributes

    This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:

    University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s)
    Deep discipline knowledge
    • informed and infused by cutting edge research, scaffolded throughout their program of studies
    • acquired from personal interaction with research active educators, from year 1
    • accredited or validated against national or international standards (for relevant programs)
    3,4,5
    Critical thinking and problem solving
    • steeped in research methods and rigor
    • based on empirical evidence and the scientific approach to knowledge development
    • demonstrated through appropriate and relevant assessment
    1,2,3,4,5,6
    Teamwork and communication skills
    • developed from, with, and via the SGDE
    • honed through assessment and practice throughout the program of studies
    • encouraged and valued in all aspects of learning
    2,4,5
    Career and leadership readiness
    • technology savvy
    • professional and, where relevant, fully accredited
    • forward thinking and well informed
    • tested and validated by work based experiences
    1,5,6
    Intercultural and ethical competency
    • adept at operating in other cultures
    • comfortable with different nationalities and social contexts
    • able to determine and contribute to desirable social outcomes
    • demonstrated by study abroad or with an understanding of indigenous knowledges
    2,3,6
    Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
    • a capacity for self-reflection and a willingness to engage in self-appraisal
    • open to objective and constructive feedback from supervisors and peers
    • able to negotiate difficult social situations, defuse conflict and engage positively in purposeful debate
    1,2,5,6
  • Learning Resources
    Required Resources
    Pre tour reading will be made available at the first pre-departure session.
  • Learning & Teaching Activities
    Learning & Teaching Modes
    A participative, experiential teaching and learning approach underpins this course, with significant emphasis on critical reflection.
    Workload

    The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.

    This is a residential intensive format. Students will be focussed on learning experiences for at least 6 hours per day on average for approximately 10 working days.
    Prior to the tour students will be required to attend a 3 hour workshop to prepare for the tour.
    Some assessment work may be required upon return from the tour.
    Learning Activities Summary
    Students will engage in frequent group discussions to reflect on the observations, which may take the form of debates and argument. Students will be required to lead at least one session.
    Students will be prepared for and debriefed on experiences using mini seminars and workshops format.
    Explicit direction will be provided on what constitutes appropriate academic and professional literacies.
  • Assessment

    The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:

    1. Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
    2. Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
    3. Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
    4. Assessment must maintain academic standards.

    Assessment Summary

    Let’s Get Fiscal European Study Tour 2019

    Assessment Task  Collaborative / Individual Weighting Word Count / Time Due Date Learning Outcomes
    Research
    and presentation
    Individual 20% TBA 3 days before the final pre-departure session 3,5
    Blog Individual 5% N/A On allocated day 5
    Time management and navigation Individual and in pairs 25% N/A On allocated day 2,5,6
    Reflective journal Individual 25% Between 700 and 1,200 words At beginning of final week 1,4,5,6
    Test and survey Individual 25% On-line During tour - tba 4,6
    Total 100%

    New York, New York Study Tour 2019

    Assessment Task  Collaborative / Individual Weighting Word Count / Time Due Date Learning Outcomes
    Professionalism and engagement Individual 10% TBA TBA 1, 5, 6
    Research and presentation Group 20% TBA In the pre-departture
    sessions and during the tour
    2, 4
    Case study and presentation Group 70% TBA TBA 1, 2, 3, 5, 6
    Total 100%
    Assessment Detail
    Assessment will change depending on the tour location and activities. A separate handout will be provided to students which
    relates to the tour they are going on.
    Submission
    Assessment Tasks 3,4,5 - For each segment in UK, France & Germany

    Reflective Journal

    Your submission should be made electronically by the due time. It will be marked against the rubric provided and returned to you as soon as practical which is expected to be within two days.
    Course Grading

    Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:

    M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme)
    Grade Mark Description
    FNS   Fail No Submission
    F 1-49 Fail
    P 50-64 Pass
    C 65-74 Credit
    D 75-84 Distinction
    HD 85-100 High Distinction
    CN   Continuing
    NFE   No Formal Examination
    RP   Result Pending

    Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.

    Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.

    Final results for this course will be made available through Access Adelaide.

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