Module Specifications..
Current Academic Year 2023 - 2024
Please note that this information is subject to change.
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Description The purpose of this module is to give students an overview of societal and professional issues that are not central but relevant to a postgraduate programme in Accounting. Speakers from a range of disciplines and industries will give a talk on their life work. Students are encouraged to ask questions of guests and avail of the opportunity to learn from their experiences. Attendance at the talks is mandatory. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Learning Outcomes 1. To explore the importance and dynamics of teamwork. 2. Determine current issues of concern to a range of professional accountants, business and not for profit professionals. 3. Critique societal and professional issues as they relate to a range of guest speakers. 4. To investigate student fears of public speaking and develop strategies to cope with fears identified. 5. To determine what makes a good presentation and the effective and efficient use of powerpoint as an aid in presentations. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml |
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Indicative Content and Learning Activities
Topical issues in accounting in businessTopics addressed are at the discretion of guest lecturers.Skills developmentDevelopment of Transferable and interprsonal skills. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Date of Last Revision | 19-APR-10 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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