Assessment Tasks
Name
|
Weighting |
Hurdle |
Due |
Research Proposal
|
10%
|
No |
As agreed with Supervisor(s)
|
Business Case Study
|
45%
|
Yes |
As agreed with Supervisor(s)
|
Explanatory Note
|
30%
|
Yes |
As agreed with Supervisor(s)
|
Presentation
|
15%
|
No |
As agreed with Supervisor(s)
|
Research Proposal
Due: Refer to iLearn
Weighting: 10%
The Research Proposal should clearly describe the research opportunity, and how it will achieve the stated learning outcomes for the unit. The proposal should demonstrate that the project is feasible, and include a schedule for completion of the project, and any resources, data, software or other material which are required to complete the project in the required time frame.
Students can refer to the iLearn site, which has links to the following article which may be of assistance in preparing a Research Proposal:
Robert, W. Faff, “A Simple template for pitching research”, Accounting and Finance, 55 (2015), 311 – 336.
Summary of Assessment Task
Individual / Group: Individual.
Due Date: Refer to iLearn.
Grading Method: Refer to 'Standards Required to Complete the Unit Satisfactorily' section.
Submission Method: Online via Turnitin on the unit's iLearn site.
Length: 500 words
Extension Requests:
- No extensions will be granted unless an application for Special Consideration is made and approved. If you have extenuating circumstances that prevent you from submitting your Research Proposal by the due date, you must apply for Special Consideration within 5 business days. Refer to MAFC Program Rules at www.mafc.mq.edu.au for information on the University’s Special Consideration Policy.
- Unless such prior arrangements have been made, any late submission of the Research Proposal will automatically be penalised. There will be a deduction of 10% of the total available marks made from the total awarded mark for each 24 hour period or part thereof that the submission is late (for example, 25 hours late in submission – 20% penalty).
This Assessment Task relates to the following Learning Outcomes:
- Ability to undertake independent original research, including critical analysis and the application of theory and practice.
- Demonstrated understanding of the issues involved in the research topic, the relevant academic literature, current debate as well as relevant principles taught in the MAF units.
Business Case Study
Due: As agreed with Supervisor(s)
Weighting: 45%
This is a hurdle assessment task (see assessment policy for more information on hurdle assessment tasks).
The actual format of the project should be agreed with the Supervisor(s) as part of the approval of the project but, in general, should be in the form of a Business Case Study as published by Harvard Business School. Specific guidance will be provided throughout the term.
Summary of Assessment Task
Individual / Group: Individual.
Due Date: Refer to the unit's iLearn site.
Grading Method: Refer to 'Standards Required to Complete the Unit Satisfactorily' section.
Submission Method: Online via Turnitin on iLearn site.
Duration: Up to 2,500 words
Extension Requests:
- No extensions will be granted unless an application for Special Consideration is made and approved. If you have extenuating circumstances that prevent you from submitting your Business Case Study by the due date, you must apply for Special Consideration within 5 business days. Refer to MAFC Program Rules at www.mafc.mq.edu.au for information on the University’s Special Consideration Policy.
- Unless such prior arrangements have been made, any late submission of the Business Case Study will automatically be penalised. There will be a deduction of 10% of the total available marks made from the total awarded mark for each 24 hour period or part thereof that the submission is late (for example, 25 hours late in submission – 20% penalty).
This Assessment Task relates to the following Learning Outcomes:
- Ability to undertake independent original research, including critical analysis and the application of theory and practice;
- Demonstrated understanding of the issues involved in the research topic, the relevant academic literature, current debate as well as relevant principles taught in the MAF units;
- Application of good academic research practice, including ability to source and appropriately acknowledge sources and references;
- Able to communicate to a diverse audience the nature of the research topic, its importance and issues involved in resolving or addressing the research topic.
Explanatory Note
Due: As agreed with Supervisor(s)
Weighting: 30%
This is a hurdle assessment task (see assessment policy for more information on hurdle assessment tasks).
The actual format of the project should be agreed with the Supervisor(s) as part of the approval of the project but, in general, should be in the form of an Explanatory Note as published by Harvard Business School. Specific guidance will be provided throughout the term.
Summary of Assessment Task
Individual / Group: Individual.
Due Date: Refer to the unit's iLearn site.
Grading Method: Refer to 'Standards Required to Complete the Unit Satisfactorily' section.
Submission Method: Online via Turnitin on the unit's iLearn site.
Duration: Up to 1,500 words.
Extension Requests:
- No extensions will be granted unless an application for Special Consideration is made and approved. If you have extenuating circumstances that prevent you from submitting your Explanatory Note by the due date, you must apply for Special Consideration within 5 business days. Refer to MAFC Program Rules at www.mafc.mq.edu.au for information on the University’s Special Consideration Policy.
- Unless such prior arrangements have been made, any late submission of the Explanatory Note will automatically be penalised. There will be a deduction of 10% of the total available marks made from the total awarded mark for each 24 hour period or part thereof that the submission is late (for example, 25 hours late in submission – 20% penalty).
This Assessment Task relates to the following Learning Outcomes:
- Ability to undertake independent original research, including critical analysis and the application of theory and practice;
- Demonstrated understanding of the issues involved in the research topic, the relevant academic literature, current debate as well as relevant principles taught in the MAF units;
- Application of good academic research practice, including ability to source and appropriately acknowledge sources and references;
- Able to communicate to a diverse audience the nature of the research topic, its importance and issues involved in resolving or addressing the research topic.
Presentation
Due: As agreed with supervisor(s)
Weighting: 15%
The presentation is required to be made to a diverse audience, ideally comprising faculty from the Applied Finance Centre and industry representatives. The format should be agreed with the Supervisor(s). The presentation should demonstrate how the learning outcomes of this unit have been met. The student will be assessed both on the presentation delivery and their ability to respond to issues and questions raised by the audience.
Summary of Assessment Task
Individual / Group: Individual.
Due Date: As agreed with supervisor(s).
Grading Method: Refer to 'Standards Required to Complete the Unit Satisfactorily' section.
Submission Method: As agreed with supervisor(s).
Duration: Oral or visual, equivalent of 750 words or 20 minutes.
Extension Requests:
- No extensions will be granted unless prior arrangements have been made with the Supervisor.
- In the absence of such arrangements, late submission will result in zero marks, unless an application for Special Consideration is made and approved. Refer to MAFC Program Rules at www.mafc.mq.edu.au for information on the University’s Special Consideration Policy.
This Assessment Task relates to the following Learning Outcomes:
- Able to communicate to a diverse audience the nature of the research topic, its importance and issues involved in resolving or addressing the research topic.
Graduate Capabilities
PG - Critical, Analytical and Integrative Thinking
Our postgraduates will be capable of utilising and reflecting on prior knowledge and experience, of applying higher level critical thinking skills, and of integrating and synthesising learning and knowledge from a range of sources and environments. A characteristic of this form of thinking is the generation of new, professionally oriented knowledge through personal or group-based critique of practice and theory.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- Ability to undertake independent original research, including critical analysis and the application of theory and practice;
- Demonstrated understanding of the issues involved in the research topic, the relevant academic literature, current debate as well as relevant principles taught in the MAF units;
- Application of good academic research practice, including ability to source and appropriately acknowledge sources and references;
- Able to communicate to a diverse audience the nature of the research topic, its importance and issues involved in resolving or addressing the research topic.
Assessment tasks
- Research Proposal
- Business Case Study
- Explanatory Note
PG - Capable of Professional and Personal Judgment and Initiative
Our postgraduates will demonstrate a high standard of discernment and common sense in their professional and personal judgment. They will have the ability to make informed choices and decisions that reflect both the nature of their professional work and their personal perspectives.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- Ability to undertake independent original research, including critical analysis and the application of theory and practice;
- Demonstrated understanding of the issues involved in the research topic, the relevant academic literature, current debate as well as relevant principles taught in the MAF units;
- Application of good academic research practice, including ability to source and appropriately acknowledge sources and references;
- Able to communicate to a diverse audience the nature of the research topic, its importance and issues involved in resolving or addressing the research topic.
Assessment tasks
- Research Proposal
- Business Case Study
- Explanatory Note
PG - Research and Problem Solving Capability
Our postgraduates will be capable of systematic enquiry; able to use research skills to create new knowledge that can be applied to real world issues, or contribute to a field of study or practice to enhance society. They will be capable of creative questioning, problem finding and problem solving.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- Ability to undertake independent original research, including critical analysis and the application of theory and practice;
- Demonstrated understanding of the issues involved in the research topic, the relevant academic literature, current debate as well as relevant principles taught in the MAF units;
- Application of good academic research practice, including ability to source and appropriately acknowledge sources and references;
- Able to communicate to a diverse audience the nature of the research topic, its importance and issues involved in resolving or addressing the research topic.
Assessment tasks
- Research Proposal
- Business Case Study
- Explanatory Note