Accounting Information Systems

This course bridges the gap between accounting knowledge and information technology. In today's digital business environment, understanding how accounting information systems work is essential for every accounting professional.

You will start with the fundamentals of information systems, data processing concepts, and how business processes generate accounting data. The course covers the major transaction cycles including revenue, expenditure, production, and human resources cycles, and how each cycle is supported by information systems.

A significant portion of the course focuses on Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems and how they integrate accounting with other business functions. You will learn about database design concepts, data flow diagrams, system flowcharts, and how to document business processes and controls within an AIS environment.

Internal controls in a computerized environment are covered extensively, including general controls, application controls, and IT governance frameworks like COBIT. The course also addresses cybersecurity threats to financial data, disaster recovery planning, and business continuity. You will gain practical experience evaluating accounting software options and understanding how emerging technologies like cloud computing, AI, and blockchain are transforming the accounting profession.