Accounting information systems

Because most accounting systems are computerised, accountants must understand software and information systems to turn data into financial information and to develop and evaluate controls. This unit builds an understanding of the way accounting information systems work so that you may use, analyse and contribute to the design of accounting information systems and subsystems. Accordingly, the unit provides you with an understanding of critical information technologies that drive information systems; core business processes that allow an organisation to operate efficiently and effectively; common documentation tools used to diagram and assess business processes and databases; and internal control concepts that can be applied to mitigate risks.