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We encourage students to undertake this unit after or concurrently with BFA110 Introduction to Carbon Accounting.
Introduction
Carbon Accounting is a highly valued skill set that is growing in demand. A robust carbon accounting knowledge is vital to fully participate in this emerging field. This unit is designed to give you the hands-on experience and deep understanding to excel in preparing carbon accounts.
Building on your knowledge of key factors and calculations, you will be guided through a carbon accounting analysis used by leading businesses worldwide. You will use analyses to prepare organisational carbon accounts and to use this information to consider the emissions effects of various scenarios.
Summary
| Unit name | Preparing Carbon Accounts |
| Unit code | BFA112 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | Tasmanian School of Business and Economics |
| Discipline | Accounting |
| Coordinator | Doctor Mansi Mansi |
| Available as an elective? | Yes |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Introductory |
Availability
Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August
Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | 4/7/2027 | 26/7/2027 | 29/8/2027 | 23/10/2027 |
* 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 2027 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2027 will be available from the 1st October 2026. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Apply carbon accounting principles to select, process and interpret climate-related accounting data.
- Prepare carbon accounts using accounting theory and practice.
- Interpret carbon accounts to provide business advice.
- Communicate climate-related accounting data and analyses to inform sustainable business decision-making.
Fee Information
2027 fee information will be available in August.
Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | The unit is now offered in a 12-week semester. |
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| Assessment | Part 1 - Defining Data (20%)|Part 2 - Reporting Data (35%)|Part 3 - Analysing and comparing data (45%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
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