UMACTU-15-M Contemporary issues in Accounting and Finance Assessment Brief
Module learning outcomes
Module learning outcomes assessed by this task:
MO1 Critically evaluate and analyse a range of accounting and finance issues.
MO2 Critically engage with an appropriate cross section of significant accounting and finance research writings, demonstrating an understanding of their assumptions, methodology, methods, and significance.
MO3 Present cogent reviews of complex and sophisticated accounting and finance research work in both written and oral forms
MO4 Make discriminating use of a range of information resources in order to identify appropriate source material, compile bibliographies, inform research and enhance presentations.
Completing your assessment
What am I required to do on this assessment?
The assignment for this module is to write a critical review of the literature in the area of your dissertation. Your work should be no longer than 2,500 words. It is worth 60% of the marks on this module. This coursework should be based on a relevant topic in accounting and finance. You are expected to provide a critique of the relevant literature on this topic. The review should show the relevant body of literature and research on this topic in such a way that allows you to highlight the importance of your topic and how your research will contribute to knowledge in the research area.
Where should I start?
Carefully read the entire assignment brief, including its requirements, and attend the lectures throughout the academic semester and the lecture dedicated to the assignment – please refer to the teaching plan for the lecture date.
What do I need to do to pass?
Please refer to the marking criteria below and the requirements of the assignments. You need to achieve a score of 50% or more to pass this assignment.
Assessment Criteria for the Literature Review
The assessment criteria below will be used to mark your submission. It should help you to structure your work and to present an appropriate level of work that is indicative of a clear understanding of the core issues relevant to the topic of your research.
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An informative introduction which identifies scope of the review |
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Identification of broad scope (or categories of) academic literature to be addressed and the specific publications which are the principal focus of the review |
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Demonstration of knowledge of debates through citing of authors and their arguments |
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Examination of reliability through discussion of research methodologies of publications reviewed & evidence provided (e.g., statistical surveys, case studies). |
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Critical engagement with important publications |
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Critical analysis of the centrally important issues that have been identified; if possible, through discussion of at least two differing views on each |
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Locating of issues within a wider context of academic debate or business concerns |
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Evidence of understanding of publications reviewed |
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A clear conclusion based on the case made in the review |
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Correct format of referencing* |
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