BUSN8101 Special Topics in Commerce

BUSN8101 is only available under certain award programs.

Offered By	School of Accounting & Business Info Systems
Academic Career	Graduate Coursework
Course Subject	Business
Offered in	First Semester, 2009, Summer Session, 2009, Autumn Session, 2009, Second Semester, 2009, Winter Session, 2009, Summer Session, 2010, First Semester, 2010, Autumn Session, 2010, Winter Session, 2010, Second Semester, 2010, and Spring Session 2010
Unit Value	6 units
Course Description	BUSN8101 Special Topics in Commerce (Financial Analytics and Investigation) provides participants with a comprehensive understanding of forensic accounting concepts, tools and techniques related to the analysis and presentation of financial intelligence in support of decision-making, regulation and organisational control.
Learning Outcomes	On satisying the requirements for this course, students shuld have the knowledge and skills to: understand and apply a range of analytical techniques to exploit bulk data; examine the relevance and value of advanced analytics within the workplace; develop and apply data mining control for fraud prevention and detection; develop and maintain a network of practitioners of relevance to the workplace.
Indicative Assessment	Pre-course quiz - 0% Module 1 quiz - 10% Module 2 case study - 10% In-class scenario - 30% Assignment 50%
Workload	Participants taking this course are expected to commit at least one hour per day in non-intensive block days during the four weeks the course is run. The one hour requirement for non-intensive block days includes requirements to complete: On-line module content (Modules 1,3 and 5) Bulletin board participation on Wattle (Learning Management System) SAS Enterprise Miner application familiarisation and usage (available through Wattle) Additional time will be required for reading, study and assignment preparation. Intensive block days will run from 9am to 4pm with appropriate breaks. A course schedule for the intensive sessions will be provided in the week prior to the first Intensive Block session (Module 2) Dates for each module are: Module 1 - 2-11 November (on-line) Module 2 - 12-13 November (intensive block one) Module 3 - 16-18 November (on-line) Module 4 - 19-20 November (intensive block two) Module 3 - 23-30 November (on-line and close)
Course Classification(s)	AdvancedAdvanced courses are designed for students having reached 'first degree' level of assumed knowledge, which provide a deep understanding of contemporary issues; or 'second degree' and higher levels of knowledge; or for transition to research training programs., SpecialistSpecialist courses are designed for students having reached 'first degree' level of assumed knowledge, which provide for the acquisition of specialist skills; or 'second degree' and higher level of knowledge; or for transition to research training programs; or knowledge associated with professional accreditation., and TransitionalTransitional courses are designed for students from a broad range of backgrounds and learning achievements, which provide for the acquisition of generic skills; or an informed understanding of contemporary issues; or fundamental knowledge for transition to Advanced or Specialist courses.
Areas of Interest	Commerce
Eligibility	At least an average of 65% (or equivalent) in the final two years of an Australian undergraduate degree.
Assumed Knowledge and Required Skills	Knowledge of forensic accounting, inclusive of financial analysis and fraud investigations is not essential. For further details on requisite knowlege, please refer below.
Requisite Statement	It is a requirement that participants have successfully completed an undergraduate degree in either Business, Law of Information Systems (or equivalent) and have at least 3 years relevant professional work experience. Please discuss your requisite experience and coursework with the course coordinator if you are unsure of meeting these requirements.
Prescribed Texts	See Course Website: http://ecocomm.anu.edu.au/courses/course.asp?code=BUSN8101
Preliminary Reading	See Course Website: http://ecocomm.anu.edu.au/courses/course.asp?code=BUSN8101
Indicative Reading List	See Course Website: http://ecocomm.anu.edu.au/courses/course.asp?code=BUSN8101
Technology Requirements	Students will need access to the Internet to complete required on-line modules. Intensive blocks will be taught within existing ANU computer lab facilities. Access will be provided to the course software (SAS Enterprise Miner) during this time. No prior knowledge of this software application is required.
Programs	Master of Commerce
Other Information	The closing date for applications for this course is Friday 2 October 2009. Non ANU Students: For non award enrolment in this course, please complete the Application for Non Award Admission form which can be downloaded from this site http://infsweb.anu.edu.au/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=26&Itemid=53 and forward it with your academic transcript and resume to one of the addresses below: Email: info.cbe@anu.edu.au Fax: 02 6125 0744 Mail: The Manager, College Student Administration, ANU College of Business and Economics. Copland Building, The Australian National University ACT 0200. For further information please refer to http://ecocomm.anu.edu.au/courses/course.asp?code=BUSN8101
Academic Contact	See http://ecocomm.anu.edu.au/courses/course.asp?code=BUSN8101

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