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Postgraduate TAS-BFA504-2021

Accounting Systems and Processes

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$2,702 $0

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Duration

13 weeks

Study method

100% online

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Assessments

Subjects may require attendance

Prior study

Not required

Study terms

  • 22 Feb 2021
  • 12 Jul 2021
UTAS
Australia’s fourth oldest university, the University of Tasmania, is highly regarded internationally for teaching and academic excellence. The university offers more than 100 undergraduate degrees and more than 50 postgraduate programs across a range of disciplines. The university offers students a diverse range of opportunities, the chance to learn from leading experts, and excellent preparation for their future careers.

QS RANKING 2021

19

Times Higher Education Ranking 2021

25

  • 2021

Subject details

What you'll learn

Upon completion of this subject, the student should be able to:

  1. Evaluate the roles played by accounting information system in modern business organisations
  2. Explain and critically appraise the major accounting information systems construction and development issues and activities including data management
  3. Demonstrate oral and written presentation of business process documentation techniques
Topics covered
    • Accounting information systems - an overview; Business processes and enterprise resource planning systems
    • Systems documentation techniques;
    • Relational databases
    • Database design and implementation using ER and REA models
    • Systems development process and technology concepts
    • In class test
    • Control and accounting information systems (controls for security, confidentiality, privacy, processing integrity and availability)
    • Accounting information systems applications (transaction cycles)
    • Computer fraud and abuse techniques and auditing computer-based information systems
Entry requirements

In order to enrol in this subject, you must be accepted into one of the following degrees:

Core
  • TAS-PAS-MAS-2021
  • TAS-MPA-MAS-2021

Special requirements

No special requirements

Description

This subject focuses on the key accounting systems and processes which support an organisation's business and enhance decision-making capabilities. The strategic implications of information systems will be analysed, and students will be introduced to the development, implementation, and maintenance of various types of accounting information systems. You will gain a foundational understanding of the underlying information technologies and topics covered including emerging technologies and business models technologies. You will demonstrate your knowledge through projects that simulate real world applications and systems.

Assessments

  • Area Test (10%)
  • Final Exam (60%)
  • Case Moot (15%)
  • Case Study (15%)
Textbooks

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Check the learning management system (LMS) of your university for textbook details.

Related degrees

Postgraduate TAS-PAS-MAS-2021

Master of Professional Accounting Specialisation

Postgraduate TAS-MPA-MAS-2021

Master of Professional Accounting

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