Hobart
Introduction
This unit will introduce you to the major concepts and analytical tools used in the theory and practice of financial management in a business organization. It is designed to provide you with an understanding of: • The basis of finance concepts including interest rate and time value of money • The application of time value of money in evaluating different financial assets such as bond and equity • The scope and nature of the finance function and its role within management This unit also develops your practical skills in identification and analysis of financial problems. Specifically, this unit explains the relationship between risk and returns while considers the role and objectives of financial management and capital budgeting. It introduces students to the role and function of the capital markets and the various sources of finance.
Summary
| Unit name | Financial Accountability and Management |
| Unit code | XPD108 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | Academic Division DVC - Education |
| Discipline | University Pathways |
| Coordinator | Mr Mustajab Ahmed Soomro |
| Available as an elective? | No |
| Delivered By | Third Party(ies): UP Education |
| Level | Introductory |
Sustainable Development Goals
The Unit Coordinator has identified that this unit aligns with the following UN Sustainable Development Goals. We welcome your thoughts and feedback on the alignment of the unit with these goals.
Availability
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| Hobart | IPC Semester 1 |
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| Hobart | IPC Semester 2 |
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| Hobart | IPC Semester 3 |
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- On-campus
Off-Campus- International students
Domestic students
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Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
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| IPC Semester 2 | 22/6/2025 | 13/7/2025 | 6/8/2025 | 18/9/2025 |
| IPC Semester 1 | 23/2/2025 | 17/3/2025 | 13/4/2025 | 29/5/2025 |
| IPC Semester 3 | 12/10/2025 | 3/11/2025 | 4/12/2025 | 22/1/2026 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2025 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2025 will be available from the 1st October 2024. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Explain the theoretical underpinnings and processes in financial decision making.
- Apply concepts and analytical tools of finance to make decisions that incorporate risk and return.
- Use professional written communication to convey financial information in a variety of business situations.
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
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| 091901 | $2,124.00 | $1,663.00 | not applicable | $2,726.00 |
1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
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Please note: international students should refer to What is an indicative Fee? to get an indicative course cost.
Requisites
Mutual Exclusions
You cannot enrol in this unit as well as the following:
BFA107, BFA106, BFA281-A, BFA181-A, BFA208, BFA105-ATeaching
| Teaching Pattern | 2 hours of lectures, weekly (running for 13 weeks) 1 hours of workshop, weekly (running for 13 weeks) 1 hours of tutorial, weekly (running for 13 weeks) |
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| Assessment | Written Assignment (20%)|Final exam (30%)|Two online quizzes invigilated via Respondus (50%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Titman S, Martin, T, Keown, A & Martin, J 2018, Financial Management, Principles and Applications, 8th edition, Pearson Australia. ISBN: 9781488617218 |
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| Recommended | Parrino, R, D, Au Yung, HH, Morkel-Kingsbury, N, Dempsey, M, Ekanayake S, James, J & Murray, J 2019, Fundamentals of Corporate Finance, 3rd edition, John Wiley & Sons, Australia |
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