Welcome & Course Overview
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Agenda: Answers to FAQs
Why do I have to study 1103AFE?
What will I learn in 1103AFE?
Why does this course use a flipped classroom approach? What can I do to increase my marks?
What are the pieces of assessment?
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Why do I have to study Accounting Information
Systems?
A practical reason…
Accounting degrees have to cover core knowledge areas: http://www.cpaaustralia.com.au/become-a-cpa/steps-to-become-a-cpa/am-i-eligible https:// www148.griffith.edu.au/programs-courses/Program/CourseListAndRequirements?programCode =1286&studentType=Domestic
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What will I learn in 1103AFE?
This course seeks to empower student with the essential skills and knowledge needed to successfully understand and use accounting information systems throughout their career.
Technical Competence
• MS Excel
• MS Assess
• SAP
Core Knowledge
• Accounting systems
• Business processes
• Database management • Internal controls
• Fraud detection and prevention The course directly influences your CV
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But why is it relevant for Accountants?
Information systems and technology affects all areas of business including Accounting.
You will use AIS frequently during your career as accountant, manager or auditor.
From 1101AFE you know the basics of Accounting. Accounting
Information System (AIS) translates this knowledge into the real world. » Thus, 1101AFE/1181AFE (Accounting Principles) is a prerequisite
» Do not enrol if you have not completed 1101AFE/1181AFE
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Why does this course use a flipped classroom approach?
1103AFE History
In Semester 1, 2013 we developed 7150AFE Business Information
Systems
» Specific focus on the requirements of the professional bodies (CPA
Australia)
» 1 h Lecture + 2 h Tutorial
In Semester 2, 2013 we developed a 1103AFE Accounting Information
Systems
»