Courses & Units
CPA Strategic Management Accounting BFA738
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Introduction
This unit examines the management accountant’s role in dynamic organisations operating in the global business environment with a focus on achieving strategic
outcomes. You will learn the tools and techniques including value chain analysis and project management, to contribute to strategy development and implementation, with the aim of creating customer and shareholder value and a strong competitive position for the organisation. This unit provides tuition support for your enrolment in the core CPA Professional Level segment: Strategic Management Accounting.
Summary
| Unit name | CPA Strategic Management Accounting |
|---|---|
| Unit code | BFA738 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Business & Economics Tasmanian School of Business and Economics |
| Discipline | Accounting |
| Coordinator | Doctor Alia Alshamari |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Postgraduate |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart | Semester 2 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Hobart | 11 Week Session Feb | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Online | Semester 2 | Off-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Online | 11 Week Session Feb | Off-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
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Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Week Session Feb | 30/1/2023 | 15/2/2023 | 9/3/2023 | 16/4/2023 |
| Semester 2 | 10/7/2023 | 8/8/2023 | 28/8/2023 | 15/10/2023 |
* 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 2023 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2023 will be available from the 1st October 2022. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- apply the strategic management process and organisational and industry value analysis to understand value drivers, cost drivers and the reconfiguring of value chains
- explain the role of the management accountant as a trusted adviser and a business partner in supporting strategy development and the day-to-day operations of an organisation
- design an effective budgeting system that incorporates uncertainty to assist in strategy implementation
- explain the role of performance measurement and control systems in value creation, strategy implementation and monitoring performance to improve strategies
- apply strategic management accounting tools and techniques to improve the contribution and sustainability of value-creating activities
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 080101 | $1,892.00 | $1,482.00 | not applicable | $2,836.00 |
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.
If you have any questions in relation to the fees, please contact UConnect or more information is available on StudyAssist.
Please note: international students should refer to What is an indicative Fee? to get an indicative course cost.
Requisites
Prerequisites
BFA503 AND BFA507 AND BFA601 AND BFA605 AND BFA612 AND BEA603 AND BFA714 AND BFA715Teaching
| Assessment | CPA Exam (100%) |
|---|---|
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
CPA Study Guide: Strategic Management Accounting Online learning materials provided by CPA |
|---|---|
| Recommended | N/A | Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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