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Course Objectives:
The aims of this course are:
Be acquainted with describing the functions of accounting systems and business processes with focus
on the five major transactions processing cycles and internal controls.
Grasp deeper knowledge to explain the systems development lifecycle related to AIS development.
Familiarize our students with designing and using accounting systems using both manual and
computer assisted accounting systems.
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Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs):
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Knowledge and understanding:
On completing this course, students will be able to:
Identify the functions of accounting information systems and primary information flows
within the business environment and.
Describe the basic systems development and documentation techniques.
Describe the purpose of special journals and subsidiary ledger
Identify the tasks, functional departments, risks and controls associated with transaction
cycles and relevant subsystems.
State the general functionality and key elements of Excel spreadsheet and software (ERP
systems)
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Intellectual Skills:
On completing this course, students will be able to:
Analyze the fundamental tasks, functional departments, risks and controls associated with
transaction cycles and relevant subsystems.
and cash disbursements journals.
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Oral and written communication skills and Use of the accounting software efficiently and
effectively.
Effective use of problem solving techniques on both personal and organizational levels.