School of Business& Economics Department of Accounting & Finance
School of Business& Economics Department of Accounting & Finance
School of Business& Economics Department of Accounting & Finance
Course Name:
Advanced Managerial Accounting
Course Code
& Section No: ACT 360, Sec- 1
Semester: SUMMER 2021
INSTRUCTOR & DEPARTMENT INFORMATION
Course Objectives 1. Understand how managers use and analyze cost accounting information for
product costing
2. Learn about the costing systems, pricing approaches and cost allocation
practices
3. Develop an understanding of techniques like performance evaluation, budgets,
etcthat enable firms to determine the cost of their products
Student Learning Upon the successful completion of this course, a student will be able to:
Outcomes 1. Prepare various costing schedules where an analysis of cost classification,
behavior and type is completed.
Text Book(s)
The course will be based on the assigned textbook, class lectures and PowerPoint slides. Classes will be
conducted through various activities including presentation of concepts, cases reflecting real world
context and project. Students are expected to actively involve and to take initiative for their own learning
experience.
Class Attendance 5%
Assignments 5%
Project 20%
Presentation 5%
Quizzes 10%
Midterm I 15%
Midterm II 20%
Final Exam 20%
1. You may use your laptops in the class for class related work. Do not use your laptop for non-class
related work or in any manner that will be distracting to other students or the instructor.
3. Students are advised to frequently refer to the Student Handbook of North South University.
Students are advised that violations of the Student Integrity Code will be treated seriously, with special
attention given to repeated offences.
Please Refer to NSU Student Handbook, Sections: “Disciplinary Actions” and “Procedures and
Guidelines”.
ASSIGNMENTS POLICY
Assignments will be announced and done in the class. There will be NO MAKE-UP if you miss the class
assignments.
There will be a group project for this class and the project will also include a group presentation. Each group
(between 4-5 students) will submit a final report(electronic copy). Each team willalsopresent the project for15
to 20 minutes. More details about the structure, components, time and criteria for assessment of the project
will be announced during the semester.
In order to complete the course, students must submit all the required assignments and sit for the exams.
Make-up exams are not given unless there is a major circumstance preventing the student from sitting in the
exam (official material evidence is required). The timing of the make-up is to be fixed with the instructor of the
course if granted.
Cell phones are prohibited in exam sessions. Students must bring valid North South University identification
card with them on the day of the exam.
ATTENDANCE POLICY
Students are required and expected to attend all classes and participate in class discussions. North South
University mandates to fail students who are absent 25% or more from their classes, even if such absences are
excusable.
Please Refer to NSU Student Handbook, Section: “Study Principles and Policies”
COMMUNICATION POLICY
All communications should take place using the instructor’s email. Announcements in the blackboard will
override any statement made here or in any other handouts. It is the student’s responsibility to be aware of
any announcements made via Website.
All members of the North South University community must use electronic communications in a responsible
manner. The University may restrict the use of its computers and network systems for electronic
communications subject to violations of university policies/codes or local laws or national laws. Also, the
university reserves the right to limit access to its networks through university-owned or other computers, and
to remove or limit access to material posted on university-owned computers.
North South Universitywill provide educational opportunities that ensure fair, appropriate and reasonable
accommodation to students who have disabilities/special needs that may affect their ability to participate in
course activities or meet course requirements. Students with disabilities are encouraged to contact their
instructorsto ensure that their needs are met. The University through its Special Need section will exert all
efforts to accommodate special needs.
A. SOB-Learning Center:
B. The University Student Learning Support Center (SLSC): These centers provideacademic support services to
students at NSU. The SLSC is a supportive environment where students can seek assistance with academic
coursework, writing assignments, transitioning to college academic life, and other academic issues. SLSC
programs include: Peer Tutoring, the Writing Lab, Writing Workshops, and Academic Success Workshops.
Students may also seek confidential academic counseling from the professional staff at the Center.
Please Refer to NSU Student Handbook, Section: “Student Leaning Support Center”
Students at North South University have the right to pursue complaints related to faculty, staff, and other
students. The nature of the complaints may be either academic or non-academic. For more information about
the policy and processes related to this policy, you may refer to the students’ handbook.
Note: The instructor reserves the right to make changes to the syllabus if necessary.