Accounting: An Introductory Framework

Written by a trusted and experienced author team, Accounting: An Introductory Framework provides explicit coverage of the 2025 QCAA Senior Accounting Syllabus to develop and consolidate students’ key knowledge and skills.

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The design and structure of the series has been informed by teacher advice and feedback with a focus maximising the learning achievement of QCE Accounting students with carefully curated content that is accessible for all students.

The tailored resources integrate up-to-date case studies, exam practice and support for exam preparation, as well as differentiated activities throughout to check for understanding and provide opportunities for revision and extension.

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These new editions have been explicitly mapped to the scope and structure of the new QCAA Accounting General Senior Syllabus 2025

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Engage students with a diverse range of authentic source documents, such as invoices, receipts, and bank statements. These real-world examples allow students to apply their knowledge and skills to practical scenarios, fostering a deeper understanding of accounting principles in action.

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Immerse students in the realm of accounting with our thought-provoking 'Real-world Applications' sections. Explore a rich collection of up-to-date case studies and data that shed light on current issues and industry trends, ensuring students stay informed and connected to the dynamic world of accounting.

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Immerse students in active learning with our newly added 'Chapter Revision' sections at the end of each chapter. These purposeful sections facilitate the scaffolded development of knowledge and understanding, allowing students to consolidate their learning and confidently progress through syllabus material.

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Trevor Stanley
Chris Ryan

Trevor Stanley

Trevor Stanley worked in the School of Accountancy at QUT with his research concentrating on student learning. He taught Accounting for nearly 40 years and has a very long association with secondary education and the Queensland Senior Accounting syllabus. Trevor is a life member of the Business Educators’ Association of Queensland (BEAQ) and a Fellow of CPA Australia. He won awards from the Australian Learning and Teaching Council for outstanding contributions to student learning and from the Australian Professional Teachers Association for meritorious contribution to the profession.

Chris Ryan

Chris Ryan is an Emeritus Professor at QUT and a member of the Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ). She was the Head of the School of Accountancy at QUT for 10 years. During her career she served on numerous Boards, including as a Councillor on the Queensland Regional Council for CA ANZ and as a Commissioner on the ANFIN Council (the Anglican Financial Services Council). She publishes widely on issues of accounting, accountability and governance in the not for profit and public sectors and has served as an advisor to governments at the local, state and national levels on education and technical issues.