In the UK, a conceptual and regulatory framework is currently in place for financial reporting as required by the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB).

Discuss six accounting concepts used in the preparation of financial statements. Use examples to illustrate the application of these accounting concepts.

FORMATTING AND LAYOUT

1. Writing: Written in English in an appropriate business/academic style

2. Focus: Focus only on the tasks set in the assignment.

3. Document format: Essay

4. Ensure a clear title, course, and name or ID number is on a cover sheet and a reference using Harvard referencing throughout is also provided.
5. Research: Research should use reliable and relevant sources of information e.g. academic books and journals that have been peer reviewed. The research should be extensive.

The use of a range of information sources is expected – academic books, peer reviewed journal articles, professional articles, press releases and newspaper articles, reliable statistics, company annual reports and other company information. All referencing should be in Harvard style