Capstone in Applied Accounting Sciences (CAS4801) Learning Unit 0
Purpose of The purpose of the module is to develop students with enabling competencies to solve
the module complex problems facing accountants in accounting and related services fields. Working
individually and in teams, students will integrate technical competencies from Financial
Accounting, Auditing, Tax, Management Accounting and Finance with non-technical
competencies from business, decision-making, relational and digital acumen to become
responsible leaders who behave ethically and create sustainable value for a wide range of
stakeholders within an organisation.
Look and
feel of the
online
module
(Consider
what you
want your
module site
to
conv
ey and how
it should
look.)
Learning • Good business communication skills (CBC1501)
assumed to
• Able to analyse and respond to a variety of text (CBC1501)
be in place
• Able to learn independently in an Open and Distance Learning context with minimal
support (Unisa First Year Experience/Orientation)
• Have detailed knowledge, specific skills and applied competencies in Financial
Accounting, Management Accounting, Auditing and Taxation (Degree in Financial
Accounting).
• Be able to communicate what they have learnt comprehensibly in the medium of
instruction (CBC1501)
• Be able to take responsibility for their progress (CAS3701)
• Have an understanding of ethics and ethical theories and be competent in ethical
decision-making (CAS1501, CAS3701)
• Be able to perform basic automation and data analysis using excel based tools
(AIN2601, AIN3701)
Table of contents
College and module code: CAS4801 2024 1|Page
, Capstone in Applied Accounting Sciences (CAS4801) Learning Unit 0
1.1. Welcome page ........................................................................................................................................2
1.2. About CAS4801.......................................................................................................................................3
1.3. Why CAS4801? .......................................................................................................................................3
1.4. Study plan ...............................................................................................................................................5
1.5. Teaching and learning approach .............................................................................................................6
1.6. Learning outcomes and assessment criteria ............................................................................................6
1.7. Assessment plan .....................................................................................................................................7
1.8. Plagiarism ...............................................................................................................................................8
1.9. Group work ............................................................................................................................................10
1.10. Self-introductions ...............................................................................................................................11
1.11. Contact details ...................................................................................................................................11
1.12. Reference list .....................................................................................................................................12
1.1. Welcome page
Welcome to the Capstone in Applied Accounting Sciences - CAS4801!
Congratulations on making it this far in your studies; we are proud of all the hard work you have put in to get here.
The Capstone in Applied Accounting Sciences module will allow you to apply all the skills and knowledge you
have learned throughout your qualification. It is designed to prepare you to solve problems facing professional
accountants in different roles. We know this module will be challenging, but we are confident you have the
skills, knowledge and drive to succeed!
The purpose of the module is to develop students with enabling competencies to solve complex problems
facing accountants in accounting and related services fields. Working individually and in teams, students will
integrate technical competencies from Financial Accounting, Auditing, Tax, Management Accounting and
Finance with non-technical competencies from business, decision-making, relational and digital acumen to
become responsible leaders who behave ethically and create sustainable value for a wide range of
stakeholders within an organisation.
Your lecturers and e-tutors are here to support you every step of the year; please don’t hesitate to contact us
if you have any questions or need help.
We are excited to see what you will accomplish in this module!
Kindly ensure that you are well versed in navigating the module site. To begin this module, please visit the
Welcome and Orientation page. The module information and orientation will provide you with important
information.
College and module code: CAS4801 2024 2|Page
Purpose of The purpose of the module is to develop students with enabling competencies to solve
the module complex problems facing accountants in accounting and related services fields. Working
individually and in teams, students will integrate technical competencies from Financial
Accounting, Auditing, Tax, Management Accounting and Finance with non-technical
competencies from business, decision-making, relational and digital acumen to become
responsible leaders who behave ethically and create sustainable value for a wide range of
stakeholders within an organisation.
Look and
feel of the
online
module
(Consider
what you
want your
module site
to
conv
ey and how
it should
look.)
Learning • Good business communication skills (CBC1501)
assumed to
• Able to analyse and respond to a variety of text (CBC1501)
be in place
• Able to learn independently in an Open and Distance Learning context with minimal
support (Unisa First Year Experience/Orientation)
• Have detailed knowledge, specific skills and applied competencies in Financial
Accounting, Management Accounting, Auditing and Taxation (Degree in Financial
Accounting).
• Be able to communicate what they have learnt comprehensibly in the medium of
instruction (CBC1501)
• Be able to take responsibility for their progress (CAS3701)
• Have an understanding of ethics and ethical theories and be competent in ethical
decision-making (CAS1501, CAS3701)
• Be able to perform basic automation and data analysis using excel based tools
(AIN2601, AIN3701)
Table of contents
College and module code: CAS4801 2024 1|Page
, Capstone in Applied Accounting Sciences (CAS4801) Learning Unit 0
1.1. Welcome page ........................................................................................................................................2
1.2. About CAS4801.......................................................................................................................................3
1.3. Why CAS4801? .......................................................................................................................................3
1.4. Study plan ...............................................................................................................................................5
1.5. Teaching and learning approach .............................................................................................................6
1.6. Learning outcomes and assessment criteria ............................................................................................6
1.7. Assessment plan .....................................................................................................................................7
1.8. Plagiarism ...............................................................................................................................................8
1.9. Group work ............................................................................................................................................10
1.10. Self-introductions ...............................................................................................................................11
1.11. Contact details ...................................................................................................................................11
1.12. Reference list .....................................................................................................................................12
1.1. Welcome page
Welcome to the Capstone in Applied Accounting Sciences - CAS4801!
Congratulations on making it this far in your studies; we are proud of all the hard work you have put in to get here.
The Capstone in Applied Accounting Sciences module will allow you to apply all the skills and knowledge you
have learned throughout your qualification. It is designed to prepare you to solve problems facing professional
accountants in different roles. We know this module will be challenging, but we are confident you have the
skills, knowledge and drive to succeed!
The purpose of the module is to develop students with enabling competencies to solve complex problems
facing accountants in accounting and related services fields. Working individually and in teams, students will
integrate technical competencies from Financial Accounting, Auditing, Tax, Management Accounting and
Finance with non-technical competencies from business, decision-making, relational and digital acumen to
become responsible leaders who behave ethically and create sustainable value for a wide range of
stakeholders within an organisation.
Your lecturers and e-tutors are here to support you every step of the year; please don’t hesitate to contact us
if you have any questions or need help.
We are excited to see what you will accomplish in this module!
Kindly ensure that you are well versed in navigating the module site. To begin this module, please visit the
Welcome and Orientation page. The module information and orientation will provide you with important
information.
College and module code: CAS4801 2024 2|Page
