This course builds on the knowledge gained in Financial Accounting 1 and covers a range of advanced financial accounting concepts. The course is designed to help students construct financial statements, interpret financial statements and to develop a theoretical and analytical grasp of intermediate financial accounting issues.

Workshops: 2 hours x 10 weeks 

Tutorials: 1 hour tutorial x 8 weeks.

Tutorial slots can be selected on MyCampus.

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The ILOs will be covered by both assessments. The split between ILOs in the class test and in the degree exam may vary from year to year. Fuller information is available on the course Moodle page.

This course builds on the material covered in Financial Accounting 1. The course aims to:

■ Advance the ability of students to prepare accounts in accordance with relevant generally accepted accounting principles and standards (with an emphasis on International Standards);

■ Encourage students to apply a critical and analytical approach to accounting; and

■ Enhance students' analytical, management and communication skills.

By the end of this course, students should be able to:

1. Prepare financial statements (including Income Statement, Statement of Financial Position (Balance Sheet) and notes) in a form appropriate for external users and in accordance with relevant regulations, guidelines and principles for simple groups.

2. Prepare a Statement of Cash Flows and notes in a form appropriate for external users and in accordance with relevant regulations, guidelines and principles for individual organisations.

3. Identify and solve problems of financial accounting practice by the selection and application of appropriate accounting principles, concepts and techniques.

4. Critically evaluate alternative financial reporting theory and practice for a selection of important accounting issues.

The minimum requirement for the award of credits is the submission of at least 100% by weight of the course's summative assessment (including any examinations). Further requirements may include monitored attendance at classes and examinations and completion of formative assessment. All such requirements shall be specified by the subject concerned; details will be available via Moodle. Normally no grade or credits shall be awarded to a candidate who has not met these requirements.