Description

Accounting is the process of recording, reporting, analysing and interpreting financial data and accounting information which can be communicated to a variety of users. It plays an integral role in the successful operation and management of any business.

In this unit students will focus on the financial accounting and financial issues for single activity service and trading businesses, using double entry recording, with financial reports prepared under the accrual basis. Students will use financial and non-financial information to assist management in the decision making process. Accounting information from financial reports will be analysed and interpreted.

Students will study both theoretical and practical aspects of accounting and where appropriate the unit will incorporate the application of accounting principles and the qualitative characteristics of accounting information.

This is a core unit in the Monash College Diploma of Business, Part 1. 

Prerequisites

Nil

Learning Outcomes

When you have completed this unit, you are expected to be able to:

1. Define accounting elements and explain some of generally accepted
    accounting principles and qualitative characteristics of financial information
2. Using double entry rules, to record accounting transactions for both a service
    business and a trading business in the general journal and post to general
    ledger
3. Prepare the adjusting entries at the end of the accounting period (accruals,
    prepayments, depreciation and inventory loss)
4. Record closing entries for temporary accounts
5. Prepare classified financial statements - income statement, cash flow
    statement and the balance sheet
6. Analyze and interpret financial information using profitability, liquidity and
    solvency ratios
7. Prepare budgeted financial statements and complete cash variance reports

Assessment Task	Weight
A1: Post-Class Review Quizzes	15%
A2: In-Class Activities	15%
A3: Midterm Test: AI-Enhanced Financial Analysis and Presentation	20%
A4: Group Assessment: AI-Enhanced Financial Analysis and Presentation	20%
A5: Final Assessment: AI-Enhanced Financial Analysis and Presentation	30%

Assessment Task	Weighting
Within semester assessment	60%
Examination	40%

Description

The purpose of this unit is to identify and explain the basic concepts of GDP, business cycles, inflation, unemployment, supply, demand and markets, thereby acquainting students with the basic vocabulary of economics. The roles played by the government, consumers, producers and the cost of production will be explained. A particular emphasis in this unit is to provide students with an introduction of basic issues of both introductory Micro and Macroeconomics.

This unit is taken by part 1 Diploma of Business students. 

Prerequisites

Nil

Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

1. Define Economics and understand the economic problem of scarcity
2. Understand and apply the theory of the macro economy, with emphasis on GDP, inflation and unemployment
3. Understand the concepts of demand and supply and the application of this theory
4. Explain the concepts of costs and revenues in the case of a single firm 

Assessment Tasks

Assessment Task	Weight
A1: Assessment Task (Group and Individual)	30%
A2: Individual Assessment (Part A and B)	30%
A3: Individual Assessment	10%
A4: Homework, Quiz, and In-class Activities	15%
A5: Tests	15%

Description

This course develops students’ English language proficiency and academic communication skills to support their adaptation to university expectations and conventions. It scaffolds students to build foundations in three focus areas: academic skills, behaviours, and values, while developing academic language skills and knowledge. The unit introduces the language, texts, and conventions specific to Humanities, Business, and Science programs, and emphasises the value of diverse perspectives offered by different disciplines and their contributions to solving contemporary societal issues. Learning and assessment activities are designed to foster both independent and collaborative learning approaches, guiding students to enhance their abilities in reading, listening, writing and speaking as well as critical thinking, and researching in technologically-advancing academic contexts.

This unit will support students in building effective learning strategies using a range of thinking skills, learning approaches and assessment responses.

This is a core unit in the Monash College Diplomas Part 1. 

Prerequisites

Nil

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this unit, students are expected to be able to:

1. Critically analyse academic texts to identify key arguments, evidence, and methodologies
2. Accurately interpret and critically evaluate spoken academic content and verbal instructions in academic settings
3. Participate in academic discussions, demonstrating active listening, critical thinking, intercultural understanding and the ability to articulate and sustain viewpoints
4. Deliver a clear, well-organised presentation on an academic topic, presenting and justifying arguments using supporting evidence and examples
5. Write a clear, well-structured academic text, following academic conventions, including structure, register, signposting and discipline-specific referencing conventions
6. Demonstrate critical, analytical and evaluative skills via selecting, synthesising and critically analysing a range of academic sources
7. Employ discipline-specific vocabulary and discourse to convey ideas effectively
8. Use digital and generative AI tools critically and responsibly to support academic production and communication
9. Collaborate effectively in academic and group settings by communicating respectfully, actively listening, and contributing relevant ideas to achieve shared academic goals. 

Assessment Tasks

Assessment Task	Weight
A1: Socratic Seminar	25%
A2: Research Task Draft	10%
A3: Research Task Final	25%
A4: 3 Minute Thesis	20%
A5: Collaboration & Communication	20%

Description

In this unit you will examine the relationships between historic and contemporary political, cultural and social forces. You will also engage in thinking about the myriad of problems confronting the modern world and how we can make sense of these problems in terms of conflicts between ideas. Through the study of this unit, you will develop effective critical thinking skills about how the modern world ‘works’ and about your own place, as individuals, in the modern world.

This is a elective choice subject in the Monash College Diploma of Business, Part 1. 

Prerequisites

Nil

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this unit, students are expected to be able to:
1. Define and discuss the key ideas and historical events that have shaped the modern world.
2. Critically analyse the conflicts between the ideas defined above.
3. Demonstrate through oral and written presentations, as well as classroom interaction, a heightened awareness of how these different ideas have led to the development of different cultures around the world.
4. Discuss the ethical issues involved in dealing with people from other cultures.
5. Demonstrate how contemporary events and issues in the modern world can be explained through the ideas examined in this unit.
6. Critically reflect on your own place in the modern world, and on what is asked of you as ‘modern’ individuals in the modern world.

Assessment Tasks

Assessment Task	Weight
A1: Weekly Reading Workshops	20%
A2: Current Issues in Modernity	10%
A3: Socratic Seminar 1	20%
A4: Socratic Seminar 2	30%
A5: Research Essay	30%

Description

This unit is an introduction to the techniques, frameworks and processes comprising 3D modelling and 3D imaging. Foundations of 3D aims to give students an understanding of 3D modelling by developing skills in 3D model creation for a variety of contexts, including 3D prototyping, 3D visualisation and 3D modelling for games and animation. Students will communicate their knowledge of 3D theory through the production of designs that demonstrate geometrical modelling, texture mapping, virtual lighting techniques, camera positioning and rendering procedures. 

This is a elective choice subject in the Monash College Diploma of Business, Part 1. 

Prerequisites

Nil

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this unit, students should be able to:
1. Evaluate and assess techniques used in the 3D creation process.
2. Research, evaluate and implement 3D geometry, 3D texturing and 3D rendering techniques.
3. Develop and modify 3D models and 3D environments.
4. Design, create and detail 3D models and 3D scenes for diverse media. 

Assessment Tasks

Assessment Task	Weight
A1: Assignment 1	20%
A2: Assignment 2	20%
A3: Test 1	30%
A4: Test 2	10%
A5: Test 3	10%
A6: Assignment 3	10%

Description

Introduction to Marketing is designed to introduce students to key marketing concepts through a case-based learning structure in a collaborative learning environment. Students will be introduced to cases on a weekly basis, which they will examine in context to the week’s topic. Students will develop an understanding of marketing’s role within an organization.   

Within this unit students can expect to learn effectively and efficiently within a collaborative learning environment. Students are expected to complete weekly assessed tasks before the start of the week. The unit is also designed to reward students for this active participation in their learning. So attendance and participation is important in achieving high results.   

The unit will be delivered through a blended learning module. All lesson material and subject communication will be delivered through Moodle. Having uninterrupted access to Moodle is important. Students are expected to bring their devices regularly to class for both the workshop and tutorials.   

This is a core unit in the Monash College Diploma of Business, Part 1. 

Prerequisites

Nil

Learning Outcomes

When you have completed this unit, you are expected to: 
1.  Demonstrate the ability to define marketing and articulate the key concepts of marketing
2. Understand the significance of various elements within a marketing organization’s environment
3.  Explain the marketing research process and evaluate its role in informed marketing decision-making
4.  Develop a sound understanding of consumer buying behavior
5. Gain foundational knowledge of market segmentation, targeting, differentiation, and positioning strategies
6. Describe the key elements of the marketing mix           
        o   Understand the product element, including the distinction between goods and services           
        o   Explain the role and strategic importance of pricing in marketing           
        o   Outline the purpose of marketing communication and identify the components of the promotional mix           
        o   Explain the concept of distribution and its relevance within the marketing mix 

Assessment Tasks

Assessment Task	Weight
A1: In Class Tests	30%
A2: Lecture Quiz	10%
A3: Tutorial Activities	10%
A4: Environment Research Essay	20%
A5: Business Plan Presentation	30%

Description

The aim of this unit is to provide a basic knowledge of the Australian legal system, an understanding of principles of contract law including an introduction to the law of Negligence. Students are introduced to IRAC as a practical legal reasoning process to solving legal problems.

Prerequisites

Nil

Learning Outcomes

At the completion of this unit students will be able to:

1. Describe the components of the Australian legal system.
2. Explain the Jurisdiction of Australian courts
3. Apply rules of Common Law to legal problems
4. Demonstrate an understanding of the law of negligence.
5. Demonstrate an understanding of the law of contract
6. Apply relevant rules to contractual problems arising in formation, terms,
    validity and breach
7. Demonstrate an understanding of remedies in both contract and tort law
8. Apply relevant tests of law to determine validity of exclusion and limitation
    clauses.
9. Apply legal reasoning process to solving legal problems using IRAC

 Assessment Tasks

Assessment Task	Weight
A1: In Class Tasks	80%
A2: Weekly Quiz (FAT)	20%

Description

This unit aims to assist you in developing strategies for effectively communicating and negotiating with individuals from other cultures. Businesses today operate in a culturally diverse environment. This unit has been designed to develop your understanding of culture and its impact on business. We will examine the impact of culture on values, norms, attitudes and behaviours, including patterns of communication. In this unit, you will learn effective ways to research cultures and communication styles in order to prepare for intercultural encounters as a student and in work. This unit will provide an opportunity to apply understanding of cultural and ethical issues to realistic business situations.

This is a core unit in the Monash College Diploma of Business, Part 1B. 

Prerequisites

Nil

Learning Outcomes
1. Demonstrate understanding of culture, communication and the issues involved in intercultural communication.
2. Understand the important relationship between language and culture.
3. Define, describe and analyse the cultural values, norms, attitudes and behaviours that influence and impact on business in a globalised world.
4. Apply intercultural communication skills and understanding of cultural issues involved in dealing with individuals from diverse cultures.
5. Conduct independent research related to intercultural theories and intercultural business.
6. Understand the need to think critically and assess the credibility of sources when conducting academic and business research.
7. Learn to work in groups effectively in research, sharing of ideas and completing tasks.
8. Demonstrate ability to plan, prepare and present ideas in a manner appropriate to the academic and business worlds. 

 Assessment Tasks

Assessment Task	Weight
A1: Weekly Exercises	25%
A2: Test 1	10%
A3: Test 2	20%
A4: Test 3	20%
A5: Oral Presentation	25%

Description

This unit is taken by part 1 Diploma of Business (Business stream) students. The aim of this unit is to provide students with the knowledge and skills to make effective use of mathematical ideas, techniques and processes in both business and everyday life. 

Prerequisites

Ni

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this unit, students should be able to:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of key features of straight line and line segment
    graphs and the form of related tables of values.
2. Demonstrate knowledge of the concept of breakeven analysis and its relation
    to graphic and tabular representation of relations.
3. Demonstrate knowledge of non-linear relations in terms of a constant of
    proportionality and key features.
4. Demonstrate knowledge of linear inequalities, systems of linear inequalities
    and their properties.
5. Demonstrate knowledge of terms, concepts and definitions associated with
    sequences and recurrence relations, simple interest, compound interest,
    growth and decay in financial contexts, depreciation methods, annuities and
    reducing balance loans, and formulas and calculations associated with these.
6. Demonstrate knowledge of matrix properties. Solve data array problems and
    simultaneous linear equations in two variables using matrix formulations.

 Assessment Tasks

Assessment Task	Weight
A1: Weekly Exercises	25%
A2: Test 1	10%
A3: Test 2	20%
A4: Test 3	20%
A5: Oral Presentation	25%

Description

The focus of this unit will be on the behaviour of functions and examining some of their applications to the real world. The way that functions will be introduced is by individually describing the characteristics of families of different function types (linear, polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic and trigonometric). The composition of functions through possible combinations of different types of functions will also be investigated. Other operations on functions, such as transformations via shifting, scaling and reflection, will be presented, along with the existence and meaning of inverse functions.

This initial part of the course will then be used to provide a foundation for examining the rate of change of a function. Principally, this involves defining the elementary principles of differential calculus and then utilising these with respect to the types of functions mentioned above. As a final topic, an introduction to integral calculus is presented. 

Prerequisites

It is assumed that students have studied mathematics to at least Year 11 or equivalent level. 

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this unit, students will have acquired knowledge of
1. The notion of functions and their representation as tables, graphs or mathematical expressions;
2. The basic characteristics of polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic and trigonometric functions;
3. The algebra of functions;
4. The concepts of composition functions and inverse functions;
5. The transformation of functions, algebraically and graphically;
6. The concepts of rate of change of a function and derivative of a function
7. The concept of anti-differentiation of a function and its main application: The Fundamental Theorem of Calculus.

And will have developed skills in:
1. Identifying different types of functions behaviour by means of neat sketch-graphs; determining basic properties and behaviour of functions by analytic and by means of neat sketch graphs.
2. Using function algebra.
3. Calculating composition functions and inverse functions; using functions as models of real-life behaviour; calculating simple derivatives and integrals; communicating and interpreting mathematical results. 

Assessment Tasks

Assessment Task	Weight
A1: In-class Engagement	40%
A2: Knowledge Booster	10%
A3: Test 1	10%
A4: Test 2	20%
A5: Test 3	20%