International Accounting Study Program

Laurie Webb, Program Leader

John Lyon, Subject Coordinator

Amanda Hamilton, Industry Programs Consultant

About this Program

• Collaboration between RMIT University and University of Melbourne• Level-3 accounting elective• 12.5 points• Capstone subject

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What is the IASP?

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• Experiential / Applied learning• Unique program• Travel experience• Visit host organisations in cities across USA• Hear speakers from a range of companies, educational

institutions and regulatory bodies • Speakers hold senior roles including CEO, CFO, Senior Vice

President, Controller and Executive Director• Topical content – international accounting standards• Gain invaluable insights from business and regulatory leaders• Expand your knowledge of international business and

accounting practices

Professional Visits

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July 2015 Program:

Burbank CA: Walt Disney Pictures & TV and

PricewaterhouseCoopers

Television City CA: CBS Studio/ CBS TV Distribution

Los Angeles CA: University of Southern California

Washington DC: US Securities & Exchange Commission

and the Australian Embassy

Fairfield CT: GE-Corporate

Norwalk CT: Financial Accounting Standards Board

Armonk NY: IBM

Purchase NY: MasterCard Global and PepsiCo

New York

What Your Program Includes

• Return economy airfare from Melbourne and domestic flights with Qantas and American Airlines

• High standard centrally located 4-5 star hotels including breakfasts (except LA & New York)

• Welcome dinner at the Beverly Hilton, Beverly Hills• Admission and transfer to Disneyland Theme Park in LA• Guided sightseeing tour of Washington• Reflective breakfast meeting at The Roosevelt Hotel

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What Your Program Includes (cont’d)

• Formal presentation and farewell cocktails and dinner at the famous Le Cirque restaurant in New York

• All transfers from airport to hotels and return by air conditioned, panoramic coaches. All transport from hotel to host organisations and return at each location

• Travel insurance for the duration of the program

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18 Days from 30 June – 17 July 2015

Full package: $8,275 (approx.) including tax and insurance

Cost includes: • Airfares : Melbourne – LA; LA- Washington; New York – Melbourne• Accommodation based on twin share• All breakfasts (except LA and New York)• Sightseeing• Welcome and farewell dinners• Tour operator’s costs for air/coach/rail to site visits• Travel insurance (approx. $200)• Tax Surcharge (approx. $900)

* Standard tuition fees (not included in the cost above) will be incurred for this subject.

Costs

Melbourne Global Scholars Award: Eligible students can apply for this

$1,000 grant *See scholarships website

for eligibility

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ACCT30011

Lecture material is given in handout prior to departure and during the course of the tour by the Subject Coordinator and our host senior executives and regulators in the United States.

Assessment

• Primer of host organisations

• Reflective journal/report

• Participation

• Presentation

• Open-book exam

Subject Details

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Eligibility

• Commerce elective available to Bachelor of Commerce students

• Prerequisites: either ACCT 20002 Intermediate Financial Accounting or ACCT20001 Cost Management

• Preference will be given to final year students, however second year students are welcome to apply

Students may apply for the program as “experience only” – ie do not enrol in ACCT30011 - a $500 administrative fee is payable in lieu of tuition fees

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How to apply

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Step 1: Attend an information session:

Wednesday 18 March: 12pm – 1pm FBE - 221 Theatre 2

Wednesday 25 March: 5.15pm – 6.15pmFBE - 205 Theatre 3

Step 2: Complete an application form and submit to - Level 5, The SpotCall ext. 42184 to access office:

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Include a photocopy of passport identification page, $750 cheque and a copy of your Australia visa (for international students)

How to apply

Step Task Deadline

3

Formal acceptance of your application will be made by email to your University student email address. Places are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis

Until places are filled

4

If you accept your offer you will need to complete the University's Online Mobility Registration and Travel Grant Application form. The Scholarships Office will advise you of the outcome of your travel grant application.

At least 6 weeks prior to departure.

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How to apply

Step Task Deadline

5Attend the Global Study Connections information session

13 April 2015

6Pay the balance of the payment to Global Study Connections

24 April 2015

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Grants and Scholarships

• Global Study Connections – Strive for Excellence: $1,000 scholarship awarded at the conclusion of the tour

• Global Mobility: Eligible students can apply for the $1,000 Melbourne Global Scholars Award. By completing the Online Mobility Registration and Travel Grant Application form you will be automatically considered for this grant

• Student Financial Aid: Interest-free loans with flexible repayment terms – see http://services.unimelb.edu.au/finaid

• OS HELP: Available to students enrolled in a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) in a degree course who want to undertake part of their study overseas. http://services.unimelb.edu.au/scholarships/ugrad/current/travelling_oshelp

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Key dates

Item Date

Applications Close 27 March 2015

GSC Presentation 13 April 2015

Settlement Date 24 April 2015

Places are filled on a first-come, first-served basis so apply early!

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Contact Details

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Role Type of enquiry Contact details

Laurie WebbTour leader

ItineraryCosts

9925 5742 0409 524 984laurie.webb@rmit.edu.aulawrence.webb@unimelb.edu.au

John LyonSubject Coordinator

Academic content 9349 8173lyonj@unimelb.edu.au

Amanda HamiltonIndustry Programs Consultant

ApplicationsEligibilityStudy abroad grants

8344 2184fbe-capstonestudies@unimelb.edu.au

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