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This course covers the actuarial mathematics, statistics and models used in non-life insurance actuarial practice. Topics covered include: basic concepts of decision theory and Bayesian statistics; loss distributions and reinsurance, risk models including compound Poisson; estimation of aggregate claims distribution; probability of ruin; premium rating and credibility; experience rating systems; … For more content click the Read More button below.This course covers the actuarial mathematics, statistics and models used in non-life insurance actuarial practice. Topics covered include: basic concepts of decision theory and Bayesian statistics; loss distributions and reinsurance, risk models including compound Poisson; estimation of aggregate claims distribution; probability of ruin; premium rating and credibility; experience rating systems; claims reserving for loss run-off data and generalised linear models. Students will apply these techniques with respect to principles of effective general insurance management. This course will cover the requirements for the Actuaries Institute CT6 course and students gaining at least a credit assessment will be recommended for exemption from the CT6 course.Read More

This course covers the actuarial professional syllabus for data analysis including techniques for mortality, health, and insurance data used in actuarial analysis and decision-making. The course covers aspects of data analysis including exploratory data analysis, data checking and cleaning, and data visualization; classification and prediction with regression and generalized linear … For more content click the Read More button below.This course covers the actuarial professional syllabus for data analysis including techniques for mortality, health, and insurance data used in actuarial analysis and decision-making. The course covers aspects of data analysis including exploratory data analysis, data checking and cleaning, and data visualization; classification and prediction with regression and generalized linear models; descriptive, inferential and predictive analysis and models; and statistical and machine learning including supervised and unsupervised learning. The course also covers ethical, regulatory and professional issues, and risks and risk management associated with using data and data analysis. A particular focus will be placed on communication of technical results for business applications.Read More

This course provides scholars with a practical application of the fundamental principles of accounting in an industry environment.Note: Only available to Accounting,  UNSW Business School Co-op Scholars.

This course is concerned with developing students' analytical mindset. An analytics mindset is the ability to: (1) ask the right question; (2) extract, transform and load relevant data; (3) apply appropriate data analytic techniques; and (4) interpret and share the results with stakeholders.The course gives students the opportunity to understand … For more content click the Read More button below.This course is concerned with developing students' analytical mindset. An analytics mindset is the ability to: (1) ask the right question; (2) extract, transform and load relevant data; (3) apply appropriate data analytic techniques; and (4) interpret and share the results with stakeholders.The course gives students the opportunity to understand the importance of data and analytics to accounting and business management environments. Students complete case based problems throughout the course that require hands-on use of analytics tools. Students learn how data analytics can add value to business by providing powerful new insights to inform business decisions. Students learn to identify, interpret and use different forms of data to determine what is wrong and why it is so (technical accounting skills) as well how they would digitally communicate derived insights to stakeholders. Data and analytics are transforming business and have major implications for the role of graduate accountants in business. Increasingly, accountants are competing with data analysts and scientists. However, accountants are still the preferred trusted business advisors given their historic role in preparing financial information. This course is designed to give graduates a much sought after skill set which will equip them to add value to organizations in data driven business environments.Acknowledgement is given to the Ernst & Young Foundation's Analytical Mindset Framework which informs the curriculum development of this course. .Read More

This intermediate financial accounting course is intended for students who will be involved in the preparation or use of corporate financial reports whether as accountants, financial executives, auditors, financial analysts, actuaries or legal advisors. This course builds on the foundation laid in ACCT1501 and ACCT1511 and covers financial reporting on, … For more content click the Read More button below.This intermediate financial accounting course is intended for students who will be involved in the preparation or use of corporate financial reports whether as accountants, financial executives, auditors, financial analysts, actuaries or legal advisors. This course builds on the foundation laid in ACCT1501 and ACCT1511 and covers financial reporting on, and analysis of, more complex business transactions, events and structures. Topics include, accounting for various types of equity investments such as subsidiaries, associates and joint ventures, tax effect accounting, disclosure issues and understanding the regulatory environment in which financial statements are prepared.Read More

This course provides scholars with a practical application of the fundamental principles of accounting in an industry environment. This course is only available to Accounting, UNSW Business School Co-op Scholars who are enrolled in the BCom(Coop).

Taken together, the accounting course in the compulsory core (ACCT1501) and this accounting course form an integrated study program designed to give students an understanding of the way in which financial information is generated and used, and to provide an appropriate platform for further study in accounting. On completion the … For more content click the Read More button below.Taken together, the accounting course in the compulsory core (ACCT1501) and this accounting course form an integrated study program designed to give students an understanding of the way in which financial information is generated and used, and to provide an appropriate platform for further study in accounting. On completion the first year accounting courses seek to develop students’:technical competence in recording economic events in the accounting system;a critical understanding of key technical terms and concepts so as to interpret accounting information and reports in the financial press;an ability to argue a reasoned position on key questions of accounting theory and practice;and familiarity with institutional structures that affect the practice of accounting.Topics covered in this course will include accounting for non-current assets and liabilities, revenues and expenses, balance sheet and income statement preparation, cash flow statements, ratio analysis, accounting policy choice and further detail on management accounting (including costing systems and budgeting). Read More

The compulsory core accounting unit will have a preparer perspective. It will provide an introduction to basic concepts in accounting and their application for decision making by a wide range of potential users (e.g., shareholders, investment analysts, lenders, managers etc). This unit should benefit students who wish to specialise in … For more content click the Read More button below.The compulsory core accounting unit will have a preparer perspective. It will provide an introduction to basic concepts in accounting and their application for decision making by a wide range of potential users (e.g., shareholders, investment analysts, lenders, managers etc). This unit should benefit students who wish to specialise in accounting, and will also be of value to students whose primary interest lies elsewhere in the field of business.On completion, students should have a clear understanding of the accounting process and the language of accounting to enable communication with an accounting professional, understand the relevance of accounting information for informed decision making by a wide range of potential users, and have the ability to analyse and interpret accounting information. Topics covered will include the accounting equation, general purpose financial reports, cash and accrual accounting, adjustments, internal control, financial statement analysis, and interpreting and preparing information for managers to use in planning, decision making and control.Read More

This 11 month program will provide students with the opportunity to pursue a degree in Commerce, Economics or Information Systems that will lead to a career in a discipline of Business or related area. Students will complete a set of eight business courses in addition to a Communication and Academic … For more content click the Read More button below.This 11 month program will provide students with the opportunity to pursue a degree in Commerce, Economics or Information Systems that will lead to a career in a discipline of Business or related area. Students will complete a set of eight business courses in addition to a Communication and Academic Literacy course. Credit will be granted towards the Bachelor of Commerce,Economics or Information Systems for each of the eight  courses achieved at a specified level, which are all equivalent to First-Year UNSW courses. After successful completion of all nine courses, students will be awarded a Diploma of Business.In this Diploma program students will be able to experience a university environment and university life, while being supported to acquire all of the knowledge and skills needed for successful transition to undergraduate studies at UNSW. The courses in this program are equivalent in content and outcomes to First-Year UNSW courses but the delivery pace is slower and the face-to-face contact hours are greater. The course structure allows students to get accustomed to University learning styles - in Lectures, Tutorials and Problem-Solving Workshops - while receiving additional support, as required, for the duration of the diploma program.It is assumed that students have a certain level of knowledge in advanced mathematics in order to cope well with the mathematical or statistical component of a Business Diploma. If you are successful in obtaining a place without this assumed knowledge, you are strongly encouraged to consider studying a Mathematics Bridging Course before starting your degree.Read More

The dual award Bachelor of Design [BDes] Bachelor of Media (PR and Advertising) [UNSW BMedia (PR&A)] is designed to provide you with the combination of foundational and applied skills, knowledge and capabilities in public relations and advertising and the skills and understanding in design. The program aims to develop communication … For more content click the Read More button below.The dual award Bachelor of Design [BDes] Bachelor of Media (PR and Advertising) [UNSW BMedia (PR&A)] is designed to provide you with the combination of foundational and applied skills, knowledge and capabilities in public relations and advertising and the skills and understanding in design. The program aims to develop communication leaders who are also highly skilled in using design methodologies in the production of graphic and other forms of visual communication. Both programs emphasise innovation, creativity, sustainability, and ethical practice.Design/Media (PR & Advertising) provides graduates with great opportunities to work across a wide range of communication disciplines and fields. Graduates will be particularly well suited to work in advertising, with both an understanding of advertising practice and a strong ability in graphic and other visual communication.The BDes component emphasises understanding how design can change our societies, grounded in a deep reflection on diverse historical, social and cultural values. Design-led solutions assist people to perform at their best in agile and rapidly changing environments. The merging of making, criticality, technology, research, management and business provides graduates with transferable skills for careers across a range of existing and emerging design fields.The BMedia (PR & Advertising) component is structured to offer a philosophical and cultural foundation in the media studies core, conceptual and practical skills in public relations and advertising.Read More