Module Details

Module Code: PLAC9020
Title: Work-based Learning (CPA)
Long Title: Work-based Learning (CPA)
NFQ Level: Expert
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2019/20 ( September 2019 )
Duration: 2 Semesters
Credits: 10
Field of Study: 0111 - Placement
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: Accountancy requires the application of technical knowledge and informed professional jusgement to a broad, ever-evolving, range of business situations. Members of the accountancy profession must also demonstrate appropriate ethical values and other requisite behavioural attributes in the discharge of their duties. Given the applied nature of accountancy, the importance of workplace learning in the formation of professional accountants, has been long recognised.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Apply relevant technical accounting knowledge to business situations.
LO2 Apply the appropriate level of professional judgement in a variety of business situations.
LO3 Demonstrate relevant ethical and behavioural attributes.
LO4 Reflect on and take constructive action in response to formative feedback on workplace performance.
LO5 Critically analyse the challenges of working individually and with others, to contribute to the achievement of goals within prescribed time constraints.
LO6 Recognise the variety of ways in which people learn through engaging in the workplace.
LO7 Reflect on workplace experiences to optimise learning.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
Reflective Practice
Workshop at the start of semester 1 on how to write a reflective learning journal and the process of reflective writing as well as a review by the supervisor during the year. Students will also be given instruction on how to use software to maintain their journal.
The Trainee Accountant
The range of activities in which learners will engage during their work is broad and will vary in accordance with the business environment in which they work. The activities are expected to fall within the following six categories: Financial Accounting, Auditing and Statutory Compliance, Corporate Planning, Control and Treasury Management, Information/Financial Systems, Management Skills, Taxation.
Detailed Record of Practical Experience
Learners will receive instruction on how to maintain a record of experience gained, vai the Detailed Record of Practical Experience and submit copies of such records to the Work-Based Learning Coordinator. At the end of each of the four semesters, students will submit a 2,000 word report reflecting their learning experience to date.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Reflective Journal % of Total Mark 20
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5,6,7
Assessment Delivery Period 1
Assessment Description
Critical analysis and interpretation of the work-based learning in terms of what was critically learned. At the end of each of the four semesters, students will submit a 2,000 word report reflecting their learning experience to date.
Assessment Type Reflective Journal % of Total Mark 20
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5,6,7
Assessment Delivery Period 2
Assessment Description
Critical analysis and interpretation of the work-based learning in terms of what was critically learned. At the end of each of the four semesters, students will submit a 2,000 word report reflecting their learning experience to date.
Assessment Type Performance Evaluation % of Total Mark 25
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5,6,7
Assessment Delivery Period 1
Assessment Description
Submission of copies of Detailed Record of Practical Experience
Assessment Type Performance Evaluation % of Total Mark 25
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5,6,7
Assessment Delivery Period 2
Assessment Description
Submission of copies of Detailed Record of Practical Experience
Assessment Type Critique % of Total Mark 10
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 4,6,7
Assessment Delivery Period 2
Assessment Description
Critical analysis and interpretation of the value of the learning journal as a key piece of reflective learning.
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecturer-Supervised Learning (Contact) Contact Workshop at the start of semester 1 on how to write a reflective learning journal and the process of reflective writing as well as a review by the supervisor during the year. Students will also be given instruction on how to use software to maintain their journal. Every Second Week 0.25 0.5
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact This relates to the learner's work in their trainee accountant position throughout all four semesters. Every Week 6.50 6.5
Lecturer Supervised Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact This will consist of ongoing communication and contact between the tripartite members in the form of visits, phone calls and e-mails throughout all four semesters. Every Second Week 0.25 0.5
Total Hours 7.50
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 0.25
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecturer-Supervised Learning (Contact) Contact Workshop at the start of semester 1 on how to write a reflective learning journal and the process of reflective writing as well as a review by the supervisor during the year. Students will also be given instruction on how to use software to maintain their journal. Every Second Week 0.25 0.5
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact This relates to the learner's work in their trainee accountant position throughout all four semesters. Every Week 6.50 6.5
Lecturer Supervised Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact This will consist of ongoing communication and contact between the tripartite members in the form of visits, phone calls and e-mails throughout all four semesters. Every Second Week 0.25 0.5
Total Hours 7.50
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 0.25
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Zubizarreta, J.. (2009), The Learning Portfolio: Reflective Practice for Improving Student Learning, 2nd. Jossey-Bass, San Francisco, [ISBN: 978-047038847].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Boud, D., Keogh, R., &. Walker, D.. (2016), Reflection: Turning Experience Into Learning, 5th. Taylor and Francis, New York, [ISBN: 9780850388640].
Recommended Article/Paper Resources
  • Eraut, M.. (2007), Learning from Other People in the Workplace, Oxford Review of Education, Vol 33 Issue 4, p.403,
    http://www.jstor.org/stable/20462347
  • Hoskin, K., Anderson Gough, F.. (2004), The Context of Learning in Professional Work Environments: Insights from the Accountancy Profession, Workplace Learning in Context, p.71.
Supplementary Article/Paper Resources
  • Bowden, J.. (2004), Writng a report: How to prepare, write and present effective reports, How to Books Ltd, [ISSN: 185703922].
  • Bernhardt, S.. (1997), Writing at Work: Professional writing skills for people on the job, McGraw Hill Professional, [ISSN: 084425983].
This module does not have any other resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_BAACC_9 Master of Science in Applied Accounting 3 Mandatory