Monash University Handbook 2011 Undergraduate, Postgraduate - Unit

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Synopsis

Under supervision students are expected to undertake and report on an approved research project that addresses a significant issue in taxation or business law; this research proposal is likely to have substantial practical outcomes or implications; as well, it is hoped that students and supervisors will publish the work in an appropriate peer-refereed journal.

Objectives

The learning goals associated with this unit are to:

1. submit a research proposal and have a supervisor appointed by the course director
2. undertake an approved research project
3. the project must address a contemporary and/or a significant issue in the field of taxation
4. where appropriate, undertake comparative research and provide a report on findings.

Assessment

Within semester assessment: 100%

Contact hours

3 hours per week

Co-requisites

Students must be enrolled in course BBus(Hons) (Taxation) to undertake this unit

Prohibitions

BTF4900