Faculty of Business
(School of Accounting and Finance)
(School of Accounting and Finance)
AF1012
Fundamentals of Accounting & Finance
*Subject to approval
*Subject to approval
1-credit
This one-credit subject provides an accessible and practical introduction to the core principles of accounting and finance. Through interactive face-to-face seminars, real-world examples, and hands-on exercises, students will develop a solid foundation in key concepts and practices.
The objective of this course is to provide students with a clear understanding of fundamental accounting and finance concepts, laying groundwork for further university-level studies in the field.
Upon completion of the subject, students will able to:
- Identify and explain key accounting principles and terminology;
- Prepare and analyse basic financial records and statements;
- Apply accounting methods to track and report financial transactions;
- Understand the role of accounting in ethical business practices and regulatory compliance;
- Understand the role of financial system in supporting the real economy;
- Understand various types of financial instruments;
- Understand and apply the concepts of time value of money and valuation of financial instruments.
English
Face-to-face
| Date | Time | Topics |
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| 3 Aug 2026 (Monday) | 10:30 am - 12:00 nn |
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| 3 Aug 2026 (Monday) | 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm |
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4 Aug 2026 (Tuesday) |
10:30 am - 12:00 nn, 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm |
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| 5 Aug 2026 (Wednesday) | 10:30 am - 12:00 nn, 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm |
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| 6 Aug 2026 (Thursday) | 9:30 am - 11:30 am |
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| 7 Aug 2026 (Friday) | 9:30 am - 11:30 am |
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- In-class quizzes (50%)
- Class participation (20%)
- Financial statement preparation assignment (30%)
80%
(In-class quizzes/ assignments and attendance will be taken into consideration to the final grades. Students are strongly advised to attend all classes.)
(In-class quizzes/ assignments and attendance will be taken into consideration to the final grades. Students are strongly advised to attend all classes.)
