Deakin Hallmark: Communication Excellence in Accounting
Issued by
Deakin University
This Deakin Hallmark warrants the achievement of students who have used their outstanding communication skills to explain an issue or innovation relevant to contemporary accounting practice in a cogent and engaging way to both accountants and non-accountants. This award recognises the essential role that communication plays in the employability of accountants, who need to communicate complex ideas to diverse stakeholders.
Additional DetailsSkills
Earning Criteria
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To receive this Deakin Hallmark, students in the Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) must write an article of publishable quality suitable for a diverse audience and pitch and defend the ideas conveyed in that article to a panel of experts.
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Achievement of the Hallmark was judged by a panel of representatives from the course team and CPA Australia.
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The criteria and standards for this Deakin Hallmark were developed and endorsed by CPA Australia and EY Australia.
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Assessment Panel: Dr Christine Contessotto (Director of Teaching , Accounting, Deakin University), Dr Sutha Kanapathippillai (Director of Bachelor of Commerce, Accounting, Deakin University), Sylvia Fryer (Education Manager, CPA Australia).