Student Mentoring
The School of Accounting's mentoring program helps first-year students complete the core subject BAO1101
Accounting for Decision
Making. Mentoring helps first-year students:
- establish a solid foundation for studies throughout their degree,
particularly those students who are new to accounting;
- to meet other students and to learn together in a relaxed and supportive environment.
Mentors are second or third-year students who have been selected and trained by the subject co-ordinator and other staff. During small, weekly group sessions, mentors provide first-year students with strategies and advice on how to get the most out of the subject, review areas of difficulty and encourage students to learn from each other..
For more information, contact Geri Pancini on 9919 4051 or by email to
geri.pancini@vu.edu.au.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the student mentors?
Each session is run by two students in their second or third year. The student mentors have recently completed BAO1101 and have achieved a High Distinction in the subject. They have also completed an intensive training to prepare them for their mentoring responsibilities..
What happens in the mentoring groups?
The sessions offer first-year students an opportunity to get help from students who have a strong understanding of the subject and appreciate the difficulties in learning the subject content for the first time.
How long do the student mentoring sessions run for?
They run for one hour and are conducted throughout first semester. It may also be conducted during second semester depending on availability of student mentors..
Can I change groups?
Yes. You are assigned to a group at the start of the semester, but you don't have to stay with that group if you want to work with another one. If you wish to change groups, simply ask the student mentors of that group if they are happy for you to join them. You should also add your name to the attendance sheet for that group.
Why is a record of attendance taken?
We want to assess whether the scheme helps improve student performance in BAO1101 Accounting for Decision Making. The attendance details are confidential and used only by the coordinator to gauge the program’s success. They are not used to assess the performance of individual students. Any information that is circulated more widely will be in summary form and anonymous.
Can I be a student mentor?
We are always happy to hear from students interested in becoming a student mentor. If you have achieved a High Distinction in BAO1101 Accounting for Decision Making then please register your interest to become a student mentor for the following semester by emailing us. We'll contact you with further information later in the year.
Please let us know:
- your name
- student ID number
- email address
- phone number
Last reviewed:
22/12/2008
