BUSM70028
Business Integration Level 1		 Sheridan
 
  I: Administrative Information   II: Course Details   III: Topical Outline(s)  Printable Version
 

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Section I: Administrative Information
  Total hours: 42.0
Credit Value: 3.0
Credit Value Notes: N/A
Effective: Fall 2018
Prerequisites: (ACCG70028 ACCG70029 ACCG70030 APPL70073 ACCG70031)
Corequisites: N/A
Equivalents: N/A
Pre/Co/Equiv Notes: N/A

Program(s): Accounting Practitioner
Program Coordinator(s): N/A
Course Leader or Contact: N/A
Version: 20180904_00
Status: Approved (APPR)

Section I Notes: The Capstone evaluation plan is based on student group work with case studies and the use of a rubric to measure their performance. Students are evaluated on a pass/fail basis for their participation in solving business problems typical of an individual in the role. Students will need access to a laptop.
 
 
Section II: Course Details

Detailed Description
This integrated course combines the knowledge, skills and application of courses in this program stream. Students learn the business acumen collaboration and best practices to contribute to business success.

Program Context

 
Accounting Practitioner Program Coordinator(s): N/A
This is a mandatory course in the Accounting Practitioner Certificate. In this course, you will demonstrate applied knowledge, skills and abilities acquired in the prerequisite core courses.


Course Critical Performance and Learning Outcomes

  Critical Performance:
By the end of this course students will have demonstrated the ability to solve a variety of case based business problems in accounting by drawing on their foundational course knowledge and presenting the appropriate options and solutions to decision makers.
 
Learning Outcomes:

To achieve the critical performance, students will have demonstrated the ability to:

  1. Apply accounts receivable and payable accounting skills in preparation for the completion of a 1 year-end tax return.
  2. Develop appropriate recommendations for the implementation of internal control processes.
  3. Present solutions to senior management that reflect team-based collaboration and problem solving.
  4. Develop recommendations to business accounting problems that incorporate cost analysis and forecasting methods.
  5. Summarize relevant financial data to support the decision-making process.
  6. Develop a personal plan that organizes the deliverables associated with the five case studies for this course.

Evaluation Plan
Students demonstrate their learning in the following ways:

 Evaluation Plan: IN-CLASS & ONLINE INSTRUCTION
 Pass / Fail Evaluation100.0%
Total100.0%

Evaluation Notes and Academic Missed Work Procedure:
Students must demonstrate a minimum of In-Role competence according to the evaluation rubric scale, for each of the following attributes: 1. Connects academic learning to workplace situations 2. Connects disciplines across core courses 3. Transfer- Adept at applying skills,abilities and theories to problem solving 4. Integrated Communication to present solutions and options to solve problems 5. Reflection and Self Assessment- Demonstrates a developing sense of confidence and proficiency The integrated evaluation plan is based on group collaboration and problem solving. Students must pass the first two sections of the rubric (i.e., Baseline Competence and in-Role Competence) to graduate. The rubric measures the competence and ability to transfer learning to the workplace. Students are evaluated according to a pass/fail based on participation in solving business problems typical of an individual in the role.

Provincial Context
The course meets the following Ministry of Colleges and Universities requirements:

 

Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition
PLAR Contact (if course is PLAR-eligible) - Office of the Registrar

  • Not Eligible for PLAR
 
 
Section III: Topical Outline
Some details of this outline may change as a result of circumstances such as weather cancellations, College and student activities, and class timetabling.
Instruction Mode: In-class & Online Instruction
Professor: Multiple Professors
Resource(s):
 TypeDescription
OptionalOtherNo textbook- this course is supported by digital assets drawn from the College library system and/or accessible online resources

Applicable student group(s): FCAPS Students
Course Details:

Module 1: Introduction to Case Study Methodology

- Approach to case study analysis
- Set the scene for case study: Year-End
- Resources - refer to core course LO's
- Team based problem solving
- Case Study  approach to learning
- Critical Thinking strategies

(The case studies cross each module and illustrate competence across
modules).

Module 2: Information Systems Data Mining

- Extract NetSuite Year-End Data
- Prepare the presentation deck for senior management include:

  • AP, AR, Inventory Ledgers
  • Final Income Sheet

- Trial Balance and Balance Sheet

Modules 3: Financial Accounting

- Start with year-end AVC Company unadjusted trial balance
- Add errors and adjusting entries
- Prepare Financial statements in proper form
- Be prepared to present your findings

Module 4: Management Accounting

- Group project and presentation assignment
- Product Costing or Budgets
- Budget Template
- Explain the assumptions used to quantify the variables
- Presentation vs Case Study
- Provide Recommendation(s)
- Provide constructive peer feedback

Module 5: Tax Preparation

- Prepare the employer small business return (T1)
- Incorporate Taxable Benefits (T2200 etc.)

Sheridan Policies

It is recommended that students read the following policies in relation to course outlines:

  • Academic Integrity
  • Copyright
  • Intellectual Property
  • Respectful Behaviour
  • Accessible Learning
All Sheridan policies can be viewed on the Sheridan policy website.

Appropriate use of generative Artificial Intelligence tools: In alignment with Sheridan's Academic Integrity Policy, students should consult with their professors and/or refer to evaluation instructions regarding the appropriate use, or prohibition, of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools for coursework. Turnitin AI detection software may be used by faculty members to screen assignment submissions or exams for unauthorized use of artificial intelligence.

Course Outline Changes: The information contained in this Course Outline including but not limited to faculty and program information and course description is subject to change without notice. Nothing in this Course Outline should be viewed as a representation, offer and/or warranty. Students are responsible for reading the Important Notice and Disclaimer which applies to Programs and Courses.
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