5K5Z0009 Financial Reporting and Assurance Assignment Brief | MMU

Key task and word count (or equivalent)

For this assignment, you need to prepare a report on the analysis of the financial reports and assurance implications of JD Sports Fashion Plc for year ended 29th January 2024 (Annual Report and Accounts 2024). Word count: 2,000 words excluding the title page, contents page, appendices, references and bibliography (+/- 10 to 15% is acceptable). This will involve independent research, and a grasp of current assurance developments.

Unit Learning Outcomes:

LO2: Apply the principles and procedures of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and International Standards on Auditing (ISAs) to business scenarios. 

LO4: Interpret financial statements using key financial ratios

Skills assessed:

1.1.1 Identify and interrogate relevant data and literature sources using methods appropriate to level of study and to discipline
1.1.2a Apply theory to discussion and analysis 
2.1.1 Organise work in a logical structure in order to draw conclusions that follow from line of argument. 
2.1.2 Apply consistent and appropriate referencing and in text citations
2.1.3 Demonstrate digital skills appropriate to level and to discipline
4.1.1 Identify and explain professional and commercial/corporate issues
4.1.2 Critically evaluate professional and commercial/corporate issues
4.2.1 Identify and explain debates in their global and/or international context