Accounting Systems and Processes

• • 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

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

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.

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