306-466 Honours Research Methods

306-301 Financial Accounting or 306-302 Enterprise Performance Management or 306-317 Strategic Enterprise Systems; 306-304 Auditing and Assurance Services.

This course focuses on fundamental approaches to research and the range of analytical and empirical research methods and techniques used in accounting. On completion of this subject a student should have a foundation for understanding the nature of scientific inquiry in accounting; an understanding of how research questions are created and developed into testable hypotheses; an appreciation of the range of alternative methods used and an ability to critically analyse the research of others in the field of accounting.

• High level of development: written communication; problem solving; statistical reasoning; interpretation and analysis; critical thinking; synthesis of data and other information; evaluation of data and other information; use of computer software; accessing data and other information from a range of sources.

• Moderate level of development: oral communication; collaborative learning; team work; application of theory to practice; receptiveness to alternative ideas.

Seminar participation (20%), a major assignment not exceeding 3000 words (30%) and a final examination (50%).

To be advised.