Information Systems and Data Analytics for Accountants
North Ryde , Australia
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Degree
Bachelors
Major
Accounting | Data Analytics | Information Systems
Area of study
Business and Administration | Information and Communication Technologies
Course Language
English
About Program
Program Overview
Introduction to ACCG2050
Overview of ACCG2050
ACCG2050 Information Systems and Data Analytics for Accountants is a unit offered by Macquarie University. The unit aims to provide students with an understanding of the impact of information systems on business processes, laying the foundation for further studies in accounting, audit, and business information systems.
General Information
- Unit Convenor and Teaching Staff: Binh Bui, Moderator Tas Husain
- Credit Points: 10
- Prerequisites: 40cp at 1000 level or above
- Corequisites: None
- Co-badged Status: None
- Unit Description: This unit explores the role of information systems in supporting business functions, including business processes, systems development, internal controls, ethics, cybersecurity, and the role of accounting and information systems in organizations.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:
- Evaluate the role of Information Systems and Accounting Information Systems in supporting the business processes of an organization
- Discuss the importance and benefits of systems development methodologies and evaluate the role of ethics and ethical decision-making within the Accounting Information System context
- Analyze risks and develop control plans pertinent to primary business activities
- Demonstrate effective communication and interaction skills through the delivery of oral presentations and engagement in group discussions
Assessment Tasks
- Formal and Observed Learning: Test (45%, Week 13)
- Skills Development: Information Systems and Data Analytics (15%, Week 4 and Week 9)
- Professional Practice: Business Information Systems (40%, Week 7 and Week 11)
Formal and Observed Learning: Test
- Assessment Type: Quiz/Test
- Indicative Time on Task: 25 hours
- Due: Week 13
- Weighting: 45%
- Purpose: To demonstrate the ability to solve problems related to Information Systems and Data Analytics for Accountants
Skills Development: Information Systems and Data Analytics
- Assessment Type: Practice-based task
- Indicative Time on Task: 15 hours
- Due: Week 4 and Week 9
- Weighting: 15%
- Purpose: To develop skills in Information Systems and Data Analytics for Accountants
Professional Practice: Business Information Systems
- Assessment Type: Problem set
- Indicative Time on Task: 40 hours
- Due: Week 7 and Week 11
- Weighting: 40%
- Purpose: To develop skills essential for designing, implementing, and managing business information systems
Delivery and Resources
- Required Textbooks:
- Blount, Alison Parkes, Brett Considine, Karin Oleson, Y. Accounting Information Systems. (5th Edition). Wiley Global Education Australia, 2015.
- Rainer, R., K. and Brad Prince. Introduction to Information Systems, International Adaptation. (9th Edition). Wiley Global Education UK, 2022
- Stone, Cox, Gavin, Carpini. Human Resource Management (11th Edition). Wiley Global Education, 2024.
- Dzuranin, Ann C., Geerts, G., Lenk, M. Data and analytics in accounting: An integrated approach (1st edition). Wiley & Sons, 2022.
- Students need to purchase subscriptions to access the required textbooks via Wiley Business Now.
Unit Schedule
| Week | Topic | Reading (in Wiley Business Now subscription) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Accounting Information Systems | Chapter 1, Rainer 9ed |
| 2 | Organizational Strategy, Competitive Advantage, and Information Systems | Chapter 2, Rainer 9ed |
| 3 | Customer Relationship Management and Supply Chain Management | Chapters 10 & 11, Rainer 9th |
| 4 | Internal Controls | Chapters 8 and 9, Parkes 5ed |
| 5 | Revenue Cycle | Chapter 10, Parkes 5ed |
| 6 | Expenditure Cycle | Chapter 11, Parkes 5ed |
| 7 | HR Management and Payroll Cycle | Chapter 1, Stone 11ed |
| 8 | Documentation and Financial Reporting | Chapter 12, Parkes 5ed |
| 9 | Data and Analytics in the Accounting Profession | Chapter 1, Dzuranin 1ed |
| 10 | Data analytics skills and tools for accountants | Chapter 2, Dzuranin 1ed Chapter 12, Rainer 9ed |
| 11 | Systems development and acquisition | Chapter 13, Rainer 9ed |
| 12 | Ethics and Cybersecurity | Chapter 3, Rainer 9ed |
| 13 | Review |
Policies and Procedures
Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central. Students should be aware of the following policies in particular with regard to Learning and Teaching:
- Academic Appeals Policy
- Academic Integrity Policy
- Academic Progression Policy
- Assessment Policy
- Fitness to Practice Procedure
- Assessment Procedure
- Complaints Resolution Procedure for Students and Members of the Public
- Special Consideration Policy
Academic Integrity
At Macquarie, academic integrity is at the core of learning, teaching, and research. The university recognizes that meeting the expectations required to complete assessments can be challenging and offers a range of resources and services to help students reach their potential.
Student Support
Macquarie University provides a range of support services for students, including:
- Academic Success
- The Library
- IT Support
- Accessibility and disability support with study
- Mental health support
- Safety support to respond to bullying, harassment, sexual harassment, and sexual assault
- Social support including information about finances, tenancy, and legal issues
- Student Advocacy provides independent advice on MQ policies, procedures, and processes
Changes since First Published
- Date: 12/02/2025
- Description: Changes in lecture schedule to integrate data analytics topics
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