- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
This course enables students to effectively identify and utilize the complex systems and applications used in the accounting sector. Students will gain hands-on knowledge that will enable them to analyze and implement accounting systems within the framework of modern business environments, including privacy, security, and control systems needed to ensure client confidentiality and strategic advantage through the use of IT. This course qualifies as a prerequisite for entrance into the Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) Professional Education Program (PEP).
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
4.0
Domestic fees
$948.65
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
ANALYZE BUSINESS SYSTEMS
- Contrast general Business Information Systems & Architectures
- Differentiate the nature, type, and uses of information within an entity
- Evaluate processing modes (batch, online, etc.)
- Outline the types of networks (local area, wide area, wireless)
- Select key hardware components of a system
ASSESS APPLICATIONS
- Combine software systems, including operating systems and communication systems
- Differentiate multiple types of application software
- Select web-based applications
- Propose open-source, in-house, and proprietary application solutions
- Construct MS Access databases to organize data
CATEGORIZE SECURITY AND CONTROL COMPONENTS
- Assess the role of IT security in the business
- Demonstrate data integrity, privacy, confidentiality, and security principles
- Propose security components of a system
- Categorize multiple levels of controls (access, application, system)
- Contrast automated controls vs. manual controls
- Evaluate processing controls and program change controls
- Implement trust services (Web and System)
- Interpret the role of IT in information reporting, including real-time access, remote access, information dashboards, spreadsheets, report generation, and XBRL (eXtensible Business Reporting Language)
Effective as of Spring/Summer 2015
Related Programs
Accounting Information Systems (ACCG 5150) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
- Indicates programs with a co-op option.
School of Business + Media
- Professional Accounting
Advanced Diploma Full-time/Part-time
Course Offerings
Fall 2024
Below is one offering of ACCG 5150 for the Fall 2024 term.
CRN 44206
Dates
Mon Sep 09 - Mon Dec 16
- 15 weeks
- CRN 44206
- Domestic fees $948.65
Status
In Progress
This course offering is in progress. Please check back next term or subscribe to receive email updates.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 09 | Mon | 18:00 - 22:00 | Burnaby SE12 Rm. 321 |
| Sep 16 | Mon | 18:00 - 22:00 | Online |
| Sep 23 | Mon | 18:00 - 22:00 | Burnaby SE12 Rm. 321 |
| Sep 30 | Mon | 18:00 - 22:00 | Online |
| Oct 07 | Mon | 18:00 - 22:00 | Burnaby SE12 Rm. 321 |
| Oct 14 | Mon | 18:00 - 22:00 | Online |
| Oct 21 | Mon | 18:00 - 22:00 | Burnaby SE12 Rm. 321 |
| Oct 28 | Mon | 18:00 - 22:00 | Burnaby SE12 Rm. 321 |
| Nov 04 | Mon | 18:00 - 22:00 | Burnaby SE12 Rm. 321 |
| Nov 11 | Mon | 18:00 - 22:00 | Online |
| Nov 18 | Mon | 18:00 - 22:00 | Burnaby SE12 Rm. 321 |
| Nov 25 | Mon | 18:00 - 22:00 | Online |
| Dec 02 | Mon | 18:00 - 22:00 | Burnaby SE12 Rm. 321 |
| Dec 09 | Mon | 18:00 - 22:00 | Online |
| Dec 16 | Mon | 18:00 - 22:00 | Burnaby SE12 Rm. 321 |
Instructor
Juan Azmitia
Course outline
Important information
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This course fulfills the CPA requirement for Information Technology. This course CANNOT be transferred into the Accounting or Finance diploma. Class WILL NOT be held on Monday, September 30th (National Day for Truth and Reconciliation), Monday, October 14th (Thanksgiving Monday), and Monday, November 11th (Remembrance Day). Material for these weeks will be covered through the use of recorded lectures. The following dates will be HELD IN-CLASS at the Burnaby Campus. Monday, September 9th (18:00 – 22:00), Monday, September 23rd (18:00 – 22:00), Monday, October 7th (18:00 – 22:00), Monday, October 21st (18:00 – 22:00), Mid-Term: Monday, October 28th (18:00 – 22:00), Monday, November 4th (18:00 – 22:00), Monday, November 18th (18:00 – 22:00), Monday, December 2nd (18:00 – 22:00), and Final: Monday, December 16th. You will be expected to be available and online on the posted days and times shown on your registration schedule. It is important you have a stable and consistent internet connection to access course content. Course content, type and quality of assignments, and general standards for this online course are the same as classroom courses. To be successful in this online course, plan to spend 7-10 hours per week on your studies, or more if it’s a condensed course, starting Week 1. Important course information will be sent to your myBCIT account prior to your course start date.
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.