Curriculum innovation in undergraduate accounting degree programmes through "virtual internships". Issue 6 (10th August 2015)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Bayerlein, Leopold
• Is Part Of: Education + training. Volume 57:Issue 6(2015)
• Page Start: 673
• Page End: 684
• Publication Date: 2015-08-10
• Subjects: Online learning -- Accounting education -- Scenario-based learning; Vocational education -- Periodicals; Occupational training -- Periodicals; Business and education -- Periodicals; 370.113
• DOI: 10.1108/ET-09-2014-0110
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0040-0912

Abstract

Abstract : Purpose: – The purpose of this paper is to discuss major criticisms of traditional undergraduate accounting programmes and to introduce virtual internships as a curriculum innovation that addresses these criticisms. Design/methodology/approach: – The main aim of the paper is to inspire curriculum innovation in accounting programmes though the introduction and discussion of virtual internships as a contemporary teaching model. Findings: – The paper provides a detailed outline of the virtual internship model, its advantages and disadvantages, and its development in practice. Originality/value: – The paper is likely to be most relevant for academics in undergraduate accounting programmes because it provides a practical guide to the development of this curriculum innovation.