51002 INTRODUCTION TO ACCOUNTING
FACULTY OF COMMERCE 1997
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Credit Points 1.00
Synopsis
The unit introduces students to the conceptual and regulatory
framework of accounting. This includes the environment of accounting,
the accounting elements, the accounting equation, transaction analysis
and recording, trial balance and reports. Particular emphasis is
placed on the recording, measurement and control of the major asset
groups (cash, inventories, accounts receivable and non-current
assets). The unit forms the basis from which further accounting
studies may be pursued. It also provides an understanding of
accounting principles for those who wish to study in other areas.