Introduction to Accounting (N1086)
Introduction to Accounting
Module N1086
Module details for 2026/27.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 4
Module Outline
This module is designed as an introduction to accounting and financial management for managers. The module introduces accounting and financial management topics gradually, examining basic principles and underlying concepts before demonstrating how accounting statements and financial information can be used to improve business decision-making. The module focus is for students of business and management as decision makers and users of financial information.
Module learning outcomes
Prepare plans for businesses and business operations, making use of appropriate accounting data
Evaluate the risks and rewards of a business, business operation or business proposal, making use of appropriate accounting data
Explain how a project or business could be financed
Effectively communicate a business case, assisted by the use of appropriate accounting information
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | 20.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Computer Based Exam | T2 Week 10 (1 hour) | 100.00% |
| Computer Based Exam | Semester 2 Assessment | 80.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Semester | Lecture | 2 hours | 11111111111 |
| Spring Semester | Workshop | 1 hour | 11111111111 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
Dr Xuejun Jiang
Convenor, Assess convenor
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