The role of the accounting system in a total management information system is examined. In addition, the major considerations involved in the design and installation of accounting systems are discussed. Cases in systems review and analysis concerning matters such as internal control evaluation, forms design and flow charting are used extensively. Manual, mechanical and electronic data processing techniques are investigated in relation to their use in accounting systems. Weekly hours: 3 Seminar/Discussion hoursPermission of the department required. Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): COMM 308.3
The role of the accounting system in a total management information system is examined. In addition, the major considerations involved in the design and installation of accounting systems are discussed. Cases in systems review and analysis concerning matters such as internal control evaluation, forms design and flow charting are used extensively. Manual, mechanical and electronic data processing techniques are investigated in relation to their use in accounting systems. Weekly hours: 3 Seminar/Discussion hoursPermission of the department required. Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): COMM 308.3
