INFT6500

Accounting Information Systems

Faculty of Science and Information Technology School of Design, Communication and IT

10 Units 6000 Level Course

Available in 2013

Sydney Bathurst Street	Semester 1, Semester 2

Previously offered in 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008

Examines the theory and practice of Accounting Information Systems. Covers all aspects of the use of information technology to support the contemporary organisation, with particular emphasis on support for Accounting and Finance. Industry-focused case studies and detailed practical exercises are used to underpin the conceptual models used to describe the elements of modern accounting support systems.

Objectives

On completion of this course the student should be able to:
1. Demonstrate a strong knowledge of the applications of a computer-based accounting system.
2. Appreciate the nature of the interactions between the traditional accounting applications and other transaction management systems.
3. Use technology-assisted tools for project control, audit, financial analysis and reporting.

Content

- Components of business information systems
- Information systems selection, development and implementation
- Enterprise Wide Information systems (ERP)
- Evaluation of information systems, including formal audit
- Adding value, using technology to support decision making
- Managing the System Development Life Cycle.

Replacing Course(s)

N/A

Transition

N/A

Industrial Experience

Assumed Knowledge

ACFI6000 - Financial Accounting 1

Modes of Delivery

Internal Mode

Teaching Methods

Lecture
Workshop
Computer Lab

Assessment Items

Essays / Written Assignments
Examination: Formal
Group/tutorial participation and contribution
Laboratory Exercises

Contact Hours

Lecture: for 2 hour(s) per Week for Full Term
Computer Lab: for 1 hour(s) per Week for Full Term

Compulsory Components

Requisite by Enrolment	This course is only available to students enrolled in the Master of Professional Accounting, Master of Professional Accounting (Advanced), Master of Professional Accounting/Master of Business and the Graduate Certificate of Professional Accounting.

Timetables