Session 2 Learning and Teaching Update
The decision has been made to conduct study online for the remainder of Session 2 for all units WITHOUT mandatory on-campus learning activities. Exams for Session 2 will also be online where possible to do so.
This is due to the extension of the lockdown orders and to provide certainty around arrangements for the remainder of Session 2. We hope to return to campus beyond Session 2 as soon as it is safe and appropriate to do so.
Some classes/teaching activities cannot be moved online and must be taught on campus. You should already know if you are in one of these classes/teaching activities and your unit convenor will provide you with more information via iLearn. If you want to confirm, see the list of units with mandatory on-campus classes/teaching activities.
Visit the MQ COVID-19 information page for more detail.
Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Moderator
Rahat Munir
Contact via Email
Leisa Henness
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Credit points |
Credit points
10
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Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
(ACCG907 or ACCG8307) and (ACCG908 or ACCG8308) and (ACCG913 or ACCG8313)
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Corequisites |
Corequisites
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Co-badged status |
Co-badged status
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Unit description |
Unit description
This unit provides extended formal academic support to students concurrently enrolled in the Global Strategy and Leadership unit of the CPA program. Specifically, this unit provides students with a framework and the necessary analytical tools in order to develop and implement strategy. The unit covers a number of modules which predominantly follow a rational, or traditional analytical approach to the strategic management cycle – analysis, choice, and implementation. A number of approaches available to leaders will be examined. |
Information about important academic dates including deadlines for withdrawing from units are available at https://www.mq.edu.au/study/calendar-of-dates
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
IMPORTANT NOTES:
Where students do not attain at least 32/70 marks for the Macquarie University Assessment (Class Test 1, Class Test 2 and Class Participation), an overall Fail grade will apply.
The CPA exam is a hurdle exam. Students must pass the CPA exam to pass the overall unit.
Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due |
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Class Participation | 15% | No | All weeks |
Class test 1 | 20% | No | Sat 14.08.21 |
Class Test 2 | 35% | No | Sat 11.09.21 |
CPA External Exam | 30% | No | Exam period commences Thurs 23.09.21 |
Assessment Type 1: Participatory task
Indicative Time on Task 2: 13.5 hours
Due: All weeks
Weighting: 15%
Students are required to prepare and submit weekly homework submissions which are graded, and attend and actively participate in online class. Class participation is designed to encourage and help students achieve the learning outcomes of this unit.
Assessment Type 1: Quiz/Test
Indicative Time on Task 2: 15 hours
Due: Sat 14.08.21
Weighting: 20%
An online class test comprising of multiple choice questions and written response questions will be conducted during class time. This test is designed to provide feedback to students on their level of understanding of key topics and concepts covered and to identify any learning challenges or areas of difficulties.
Assessment Type 1: Quiz/Test
Indicative Time on Task 2: 30 hours
Due: Sat 11.09.21
Weighting: 35%
An online computer exam, mirroring the CPA exam conditions and length, will be conducted on line at home. This test is designed to provide feedback to students on their level of understanding of key topics and concepts covered and to identify any learning challenges or areas of difficulties.
Assessment Type 1: Examination
Indicative Time on Task 2: 20 hours
Due: Exam period commences Thurs 23.09.21
Weighting: 30%
Examination administered by CPA Australia. CPA Australia will advice on the format and topics included in the final exam. Students need to achieve at least a PASS mark in this CPA external examination. If students do not pass this CPA examination, students will not pass this unit.
1 If you need help with your assignment, please contact:
2 Indicative time-on-task is an estimate of the time required for completion of the assessment task and is subject to individual variation
Required Text: |
Prescribed Text: CPA Handbook Global Strategy and Leadership (2021) CPA Australia |
Unit Web Page: |
Course material is available on the learning management system (iLearn). The web page for this unit can be found at http://ilearn.mq.edu.au. Ensure that you have regular access to technology that has reliable connectivity to the internet.
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Technology Used and Required: | Students must have access to iLearn |
Delivery Format and Other Details: |
Classes This unit is structured around attendance at one 3 hour class per week. A link to the timetable can be found here : http://timetables.mq.edu.au Class attendance is compulsory. |
Recommended Readings: |
Johnson G., Scholes, K., Whittington R. (2008), Exploring Corporate Strategy: Texts and Cases 8th ed, Prentice Hall, Harlow, Essex. Hubbard, G., Rice, I., Beamish, P (2008), Strategic Management: Thinking, Analysis, Action 3rd ed, Pearson Education Australia, Frenchs Forest. Students can also access additional materials via CPA Online learning. Details regarding this can be obtained within the CPA program guide made available to students upon enrolment with CPA. Students are encouraged to utilise this material. There is generally a large amount of published literature available concerning strategic management. Students are therefore also encouraged to perform their own research (eg library, internet) during the semester to further explore the content covered within the prescribed and suggested reference texts, and, in class discussion. |
Other Course Materials: | All materials required are referenced on iLearn |
Teaching and Learning Activities
The unit is structured around a 3 hour session.
Lectures will provide students with the main concepts and techniques and these will cover the most significant parts of the content from the CPA Material. Students are expected to work through the material independently and to read the relevant module prior to lecture attendance. Some class discussion/activity will also be undertaken to consolidate the student’s knowledge of the material covered within each week’s lecture.
For each module, PowerPoint lecture notes will be placed on iLearn before the class. They are NOT intended to, nor do they stand alone nor do they in any way replace compulsory lecture attendance and FULL READING OF THE CPA Modules. They are provided for your convenience.
Students are required to ensure that they meet the requirements of the participation assessment to receive class participation marks. Activities will be undertaken that will require students to complete tasks prior to, during and post class attendance.
You are not entitled to rely on notes provided by the lecturer for full study purposes nor most importantly can they be taken as being a defined indicator of CPA exam content.
Active participation in class is expected of every student. This helps clarify ideas, understanding and problem areas with the material, as well as enhancing your communication skills.
Ways to enhance your chance of success in this unit:
During 2007 the Master of Accounting program engaged in a significant research project that was designed to investigate and find ways to enhance student participation in the classroom.
Students who were interviewed during the research project stated that participating in classroom discussions, answering lecturer’s questions and engaging in meaningful discussion with colleagues when directed by the lecturer:
1. assists them in retaining information and maintaining interest and concentration
2. allows them to clarify or check their understanding
3. provides opportunities to enhance and reinforce knowledge and learn from other students
4. improves their English proficiency
5. supports their development of communication skills develops skills needed in professional practice.
Lecturers expect students to participate in class as it:
1. provides opportunities for students to review or clarify lecture content and benefit from the experience of other students
2. assists students to think about concepts and test whether their understanding is correct
3. develops confidence in speaking
4. provides opportunities to think in a different way
The research concluded that the benefits of participation include:
Unit Schedule
UNIT DIARY ACCG8303 CPA – Global Strategy and Leadership – Session 2 2021
Week |
Class/Date |
Topic |
Module |
Other information |
W1 |
Class 1 19.07.21 |
An Introduction to Strategy & Leadership |
Module 1 |
Introduction Review of Unit Guide |
W2 |
Class 2 26.07.21 |
Understanding the External Environment |
Module 2 |
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W3 |
Class 3 02.08.21 |
Understanding the Internal Environment |
Module 3 |
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W4 |
Class 4 09.08.21 |
Product, Service and Market Development |
Module 4
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W5 |
Class 5 Sat 14.08.21
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Class Test 1 iLearn quiz with a window for completion between 3:30 – 6:30pm |
Class Test 1 |
In Class Test 1 (20%) Class Test 1 will cover modules 1,2,3 and 4 and will be 90 minutes duration. |
W6 |
Class 6 16.08.21 |
Strategy Development |
Module 5 |
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W7 |
Class 7 23.08.21 |
Strategy Implementation
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Module 6
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W8 |
Class 8 30.08.21 |
Strategy and Leadership for Emerging Business Models |
Module 7 |
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W9 |
Class 9 06.09.21 |
Mock Exam #1 and Revision |
All modules |
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W10 |
Class 10 Sat 11.9.21 |
Class Test 2 iLearn quiz with a window for completion between 2:00 – 8:00pm |
Class Test 2 |
In Class Test 2 (35%) Class Test 2 will cover ALL modules and will be 180 minutes duration. |
W11 |
Class 11 13.09.21 |
Class Test review and exam techniques discussion. |
Class test 2 review |
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W12 |
Class 12 20.09.21 |
An opportunity for students to have additional practice and support for the upcoming CPA exam. |
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W13
W14 |
No Classes
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Final (CPA Australia) Exam CPA Exam period commences Thurs 23.09.21 – 10.10.21
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CPA Australia exam 30% of total marks You must personally check ALL exam details with CPA Australia |
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Unit information based on version 2021.03 of the Handbook