307979 (v.1) Accounting (Technology and Computer Applications) 574

Area:	School of Accounting
Credits:	25.0
Contact Hours:	3.0
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Laboratory:	1 x 1 Hours Weekly
Seminar:	1 x 2 Hours Weekly
Syllabus:	Addresses a subset of both the knowledge and competency requirements of the International Federation of Accountants International Education Guide 11 (IEG11, 2003), 'Information Technology for Professional Accountants'. Prepares professional accountants to work in the information technology environment. Provides professional accountants with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required to enable them to demonstrate a required level of competency in the use of information technology and computer-based information systems. Specifically addresses three key competency areas identified in IEG11: Appendix 1, General Information Technology Knowledge Requirements: Systems Acquisition and Development; Appendix 2, User Role Competencies; Appendix 5, Designer Role Competencies This unit is of significant practical use for students who will be intensive users (and preparers) of financial statements in their prospective careers e.g. accountants, credit analysts, securities analysts, financial consultants, and those intending a career in banking or merchant banking.
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Field of Education:	080101 Accounting
SOLT (Online) Definitions*:	Supplemental *Extent to which this unit or thesis utilises online information
Result Type:	Grade/Mark

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