AF-HE · Business
Financial Accounting I
University & tertiary Ages 18–99 60 hours en
Read, prepare and interpret financial statements.
Double-entry bookkeeping, journals, ledgers, trial balances and ethical reporting for public and private organisations.
Curriculum family: African Higher Education Common Programmes
Course overview
This Business course connects core university concepts to African contexts, practical inquiry and community-based application. Learners work through guided readings, a weekly studio and an applied final task.
Learning outcomes
Explain key Business concepts; analyse evidence and assumptions; apply methods to an African case; communicate findings clearly; reflect on ethics, power and community impact.
Weekly outline
Week 1: Orientation and local context; Week 2: Core concepts; Week 3: Methods and evidence; Week 4: African case study; Week 5: Applied project; Week 6: Assessment and reflection.
Assessment
Weekly activities 30%; participation and peer response 20%; applied final project 50%.
Prerequisites: No formal prerequisite. Learners need curiosity, regular study time and access to weekly course materials.
Course media
Exams and assessment papers
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Weekly lessons
| Week | Lesson | Studio |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Week 1 - Orientation and local context: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 2 | Week 2 - Key concepts and vocabulary: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 3 | Week 3 - Methods, evidence and practice: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 4 | Week 4 - African case study and application: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 5 | Week 5 - Community project or problem studio: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 6 | Week 6 - Reflection, assessment and next steps: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 7 | Unit 7 - a local case study: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 8 | Unit 8 - comparison across places: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 9 | Unit 9 - voice and representation: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 10 | Unit 10 - ethics and responsibility: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 11 | Unit 11 - systems and relationships: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 12 | Unit 12 - patterns and interpretation: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 13 | Unit 13 - measurement and proportion: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 14 | Unit 14 - change over time: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 15 | Unit 15 - power and access: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 16 | Unit 16 - community strengths: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 17 | Unit 17 - primary sources and lived experience: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 18 | Unit 18 - research questions: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 19 | Unit 19 - organising evidence: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 20 | Unit 20 - mid-course synthesis: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 21 | Unit 21 - language and meaning: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 22 | Unit 22 - identity and community memory: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 23 | Unit 23 - land, environment and place: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 24 | Unit 24 - technology and access: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 25 | Unit 25 - designing a fair process: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 26 | Unit 26 - creative practice: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 27 | Unit 27 - problem definition: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 28 | Unit 28 - hypotheses and explanations: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 29 | Unit 29 - testing and revision: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 30 | Unit 30 - collaboration: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 31 | Unit 31 - communicating to an audience: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 32 | Unit 32 - visuals, numbers and media: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 33 | Unit 33 - resources and sustainability: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 34 | Unit 34 - rights and dignity: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 35 | Unit 35 - regional connections: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 36 | Unit 36 - project proposal: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 37 | Unit 37 - project purpose: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 38 | Unit 38 - project consultation: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 39 | Unit 39 - project preparation: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 40 | Unit 40 - project milestone one: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 41 | Unit 41 - constructive feedback: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 42 | Unit 42 - improving after feedback: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 43 | Unit 43 - quality and standards: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 44 | Unit 44 - risk and safety: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 45 | Unit 45 - leadership and responsibility: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 46 | Unit 46 - African innovation: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 47 | Unit 47 - professional application: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 48 | Unit 48 - project milestone two: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 49 | Unit 49 - accessible knowledge: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 50 | Unit 50 - self-assessment: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 51 | Unit 51 - debate and evidence: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 52 | Unit 52 - policy and collective action: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 53 | Unit 53 - livelihoods and value: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 54 | Unit 54 - health and wellbeing: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 55 | Unit 55 - climate resilience: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 56 | Unit 56 - heritage and future generations: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 57 | Unit 57 - digital literacy: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 58 | Unit 58 - community review: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 59 | Unit 59 - project milestone three: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 60 | Unit 60 - independent inquiry: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 61 | Unit 61 - theory and practice: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 62 | Unit 62 - uncertainty and limitations: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 63 | Unit 63 - future pathways: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 64 | Unit 64 - justice and reciprocity: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 65 | Unit 65 - clear presentation: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 66 | Unit 66 - project rehearsal: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 67 | Unit 67 - final evidence: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 68 | Unit 68 - applied project completion: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 69 | Unit 69 - public storytelling: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 70 | Unit 70 - teacher conference: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 71 | Unit 71 - exam preparation: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 72 | Unit 72 - practice assessment: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 73 | Unit 73 - correcting misconceptions: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 74 | Unit 74 - peer teaching: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 75 | Unit 75 - course synthesis: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 76 | Unit 76 - learning portfolio: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 77 | Unit 77 - community action: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 78 | Unit 78 - learner voice: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 79 | Unit 79 - assessment submission: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 80 | Unit 80 - mentorship and lifelong learning: Financial Accounting I Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Financial Accounting I. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
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