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ACCG2050 – Information Systems and Data Analytics for Accountants
2025 – Session 1, In person-scheduled-weekday, North Ryde
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| Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Binh Bui
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|---|---|
| Credit points |
Credit points
10
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| Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
40cp at 1000 level or above
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| Corequisites |
Corequisites
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| Co-badged status |
Co-badged status
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| Unit description |
Unit description
The aim of this unit is for students to understand the impact that information systems have on business processes and provides the foundation for further studies in accounting, audit and business information systems units. Topics covered include business processes, systems development, internal controls, ethics and cybersecurity, and the role of accounting, accounting information systems and information systems more broadly. The material is presented through a business lens, exploring the benefits and limitations of information systems in organisations. The emphasis in this unit is placed on students understanding the critical role that information systems play in supporting business functions. Students will evaluate the critical nexus between the business and the information systems functions to be able to take advantage of existing and emerging technologies. In this unit students will develop teamwork, presentation and critical thinking skills using case-based materials. |
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Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
- ULO1: Evaluate the role of Information Systems and Accounting Information Systems in supporting the business processes of an organisation
- ULO2: 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.
- ULO3: Analyse risks and develop control plans pertinent to primary business activities.
- ULO4: Demonstrate effective communication and interaction skills through the delivery of oral presentations and engagement in group discussions
Assessment Tasks
| Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due |
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| Formal and observed learning: Test | 45% | No | Week 13 |
| Skills development: Information systems and data analytics | 15% | No | Week 4 and Week 9 |
| Professional practice: Business information systems | 40% | No | Week 7 and Week 11 |
Formal and observed learning: Test
Assessment Type 1: Quiz/Test
Indicative Time on Task 2: 25 hours
Due: Week 13
Weighting: 45%
The purpose of this assessment is for you to demonstrate your ability to solve problems related to Information Systems and Data Analytics for Accountants.. You will participate in a formal test. Skills in focus: - Discipline knowledge - Critical thinking - Analytical skills Deliverable: Test Individual assessment
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Evaluate the role of Information Systems and Accounting Information Systems in supporting the business processes of an organisation
- 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.
- Analyse risks and develop control plans pertinent to primary business activities.
Skills development: Information systems and data analytics
Assessment Type 1: Practice-based task
Indicative Time on Task 2: 15 hours
Due: Week 4 and Week 9
Weighting: 15%
The purpose of this assessment is for you to develop your skills in Information Systems and Data Analytics for Accountants. You will complete tasks relevant to key topics in the unit. Skills in focus are: - Critical Analysis - Problem Solving - Communication Deliverable: Individual written tasks Individual assessment
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Evaluate the role of Information Systems and Accounting Information Systems in supporting the business processes of an organisation
- 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.
- Analyse 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
Professional practice: Business information systems
Assessment Type 1: Problem set
Indicative Time on Task 2: 40 hours
Due: Week 7 and Week 11
Weighting: 40%
The purpose of this assessment is for you to develop skills essential for designing, implementing and managing business information systems. You will collaborate in teams to solve practical challenges and explore team dynamics. Skills in focus: - Collaboration skills - Analytical skills - Problem solving - Self-management Deliverable: Written report [max 2,500 words] Individual and group assessment
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Evaluate the role of Information Systems and Accounting Information Systems in supporting the business processes of an organisation
- 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.
- Analyse 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
1 If you need help with your assignment, please contact:
- the academic teaching staff in your unit for guidance in understanding or completing this type of assessment
- the Writing Centre for academic skills support.
2 Indicative time-on-task is an estimate of the time required for completion of the assessment task and is subject to individual variation
Delivery and Resources
Students need to purchase subscriptions to access the required textbooks via Wiley Business Now. Wiley Business Now (ipublishcentral.net)
The textbooks used are:
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.
Unit Schedule
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Week |
Topic |
Reading (in Wiley Business Now subscription) |
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1 |
Introduction to Accounting Information Systems |
Chapter 1, Rainer 9ed |
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2 |
Organizational Strategy, Competitive Advantage, and Information Systems |
Chapter 2, Rainer 9ed |
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3 |
Customer Relationship Management and Supply Chain Management |
Chapters 10& 11, Rainer 9th |
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4 |
Internal Controls |
Chapters 8 and 9, Parkes 5ed |
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5 |
Revenue Cycle |
Chapter 10, Parkes 5ed |
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6 |
Expenditure Cycle |
Chapter 11, Parkes 5ed |
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7 |
HR Management and Payroll Cycle |
Chapter 1, Stone 11ed |
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8 |
Documentation and Financial Reporting |
Chapter 12, Parkes 5ed |
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9 |
Data and Analytics in the Accounting Profession |
Chapter 1, Dzuranin 1ed |
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10 |
Data analytics skills and tools for accountants |
Chapter 2, Dzuranin 1ed Chapter 12, Rainer 9ed |
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11 |
Systems development and acquisition |
Chapter 13, Rainer 9ed |
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12 |
Ethics and Cybersecurity |
Chapter 3, Rainer 9ed |
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13 |
Review |
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Changes since First Published
| Date | Description |
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| 12/02/2025 | Changes in lecture schedules to integrate data analytics topics |
Unit information based on version 2025.04 of the Handbook