Learning

Identify a suitable approach & methodology to prepare and conduct an investigation into a problem/practice-based individual Term Project.

Characterise, evaluate & critically reason conclusions and/or recommendations with reference to appropriate underpinning theory and/or frameworks.

Practice

Conduct a critical reasoned evaluation from analysis of secondary data and/or primary research to draw robust conclusions & make recommendations relating to an approved problem/practice-based topic.

Evaluate the wider implications of Project conclusions and how they relate more generally to business.

Reflect critically on the underpinning accounting and finance skills as they relate to the Project topic.

1. A project study & evaluation (80%). A 10,000-word submission incorporating: Critical assessment & evaluation drawing on relevant & contemporary theory & frameworks and reasoned conclusions. LO 1-4



2. Executive summary presentation (20%). A 10-minute presentation followed by Q&A to a panel of 2 nominated academic staff.

The student will follow the proposal agreed in the Research Methods module and will continue working with the supervisor identified on the basis of the topic.

10 hours 1:1 Project supervision

Independent study - drawing on T&L across accounting and finance topics. The term project should be based on the proposal presented/ approved in research methods module.

All projects will be assigned a principal academic supervisor.

Project evaluation methodology plus 10 hours F2F 1:1 academic consultation in addition to c.390 hours of independent research - 400 hours total.

1. Employ a range of critical evaluation techniques to demonstrate a systematic awareness, understanding and knowledge of contemporary accounting and finance issues associated with the project topic
Knowledge and understanding

2. Demonstrate intellectual and entrepreneurial skills in the application of accounting and finance competencies, together with a practical understanding of how established accounting and finance techniques are applied in the context of the project topic.
Application, Learning & Reflection

3. Demonstrate a conceptual understanding and critical awareness of contemporary developments in accounting and finance as they relate to the project topic.
Analysis & Enquiry

4. Devise and apply valid evaluation and investigative techniques to interpret complex business challenges and propose solutions in the context of the project topic.
Problem Solving & Communication

VLE learning support material.

Module handbook.

Directed texts.

Supporting research methodology lecture material.

Selected PPBL case examples

Academic Journals

Industry reports

Saunders, M., Lewis, P. and Thornhill, A., 2018, Research Methods for Business Students, London, FT Prentice-Hall.

Brooks, C., 2019.żEViews Guide for Introductory Econometrics for Finance. Cambridge University Press.

The undergraduate project represents an opportunity for all undergraduate students to select a suitable topic and demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of the contemporary issue in accounting and finance. Topics will be wide-ranging drawing on different aspects of business but all aiming to address a specific business challenge or problem.

Data Analysis Software i.e.; Bloomberg terminal, EViews, STATA and SPSS