Part A- Critical Analysis (50 marks) 1,500 words
Research and analyse the external reporting of Westpac Group and critique the usefulness of
the information as a decision making tool for stakeholders who are concerned about the
environmental and social impacts of the firm’s operations.
Use this research and analysis to evaluate, critique and discuss the key Global Reporting
Initiative (GRI) disclosures concentrating on the interpretation of the accounting guidelines
and frameworks. Your discussion should include:
An overview of the environmental and social impacts (positive and negative) of the
firm’s operations. (10 marks)
2. A comparison of the quality and depth of environmental and social performance
information provided with other firms in the sector. (20 marks)
3. A discussion of the key challenges faced by the firm when complying with the GRI
Reporting Standards. (10 marks)
4. An evaluations of whether widespread compliance with the GRI Reporting Standards
by other comparable o
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