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ACCT06033 2022 Accounting and Payroll Software

General Details

Full Title
Accounting and Payroll Software
Transcript Title
Accounting & Payroll Software
Code
ACCT06033
Attendance
N/A %
Subject Area
ACCT - Accounting
Department
BUS - Business
Level
06 - NFQ Level 6
Credit
05 - 05 Credits
Duration
Semester
Fee
€
Start Term
2022 - Full Academic Year 2022-23
End Term
9999 - The End of Time
Author(s)
Gary Reynolds, Diolinda Coyle, Valerie McTaggart, Kerry Dolan, Aileen Brennan, Helen Grady
Programme Membership
SG_BADMN_B07 202200 Bachelor of Business in Business Administration SG_BBUSL_C06 202200 Higher Certificate in Business in Business Administration SG_BADMN_C06 202200 Higher Certificate in Business in Business Administration
Description

The aim of the module is to introduce the student to the essential components of accounting and payroll functions in an organisation. Students participate in projects that allow practical application through processing transactions, experiencing integration of data and creation of reports using accounting and payroll software.    

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;

1.

Process transactions using accounting software.

2.

Produce periodic reports using accounting software.

3.

Prepare manual payroll calculations and process transactions using payroll software.

4.

Produce periodic reports using payroll software.

5.

Discuss how integrated accounting software can add value to a business.

Teaching and Learning Strategies

The student will engage with the content of the module through pre-lecture reading, informative video presentations, lectures in computer labs and quizzes.

The student will develop an understanding of module content through the practical use of prescribed software applications to complete examples and the identification of emerging technologies that could improve tasks.

The student will apply their learning through the use of software applications to complete practical examples and exercises.

Module Assessment Strategies

Projects and MCQ's.

Repeat Assessments

Projects and MCQ's.

Indicative Syllabus

LO1 - Process transactions using accounting software:

  • Set up accounting software,
  • Process sales and purchases transactions,
  • Process bank and cash transactions.

LO2 - Produce periodic reports using accounting software:

  • Perform period end routine tasks,
  • Produce routine reports that meet business requirements,

LO3 - Prepare manual payroll calculations and process transactions using payroll software:

  • Create employee records,
  • Prepare payroll calculations,
  • Create payments and deductions,
  • Calculate PAYE, PRSI and USC.

LO4 - Produce periodic reports using payroll software

  • Perform period end routine tasks,
  • Create payslips for employees,
  • Prepare submission of payroll information for Revenue,
  • Produce routine reports that meet business requirements.

LO5 - Discuss how integrated accounting software can add value to a business

  • Identify the parts of an information system,
  • Explain the functional view of an organisation,
  • Describe the management levels and the informational needs for each level in an organisation,
  • Discuss how information flows within an organisation,
  • Describe computer-based information systems,
  • Distinguish between transaction processing systems, management information systems, decision support systems, and executive support systems,
  • Compare office automation systems and knowledge work systems,
  • Identify the functions, management levels and systems that may use the reports produced by the accounting and payroll software,
  • Discuss how these reports may influence management decisions.

Coursework & Assessment Breakdown

Coursework & Continuous Assessment
100 %

Coursework Assessment

Title Type Form Percent Week Learning Outcomes Assessed
1 Practical Evaluation Accounting Software Coursework Assessment Project 35 % Week 7 1,2
2 Practical Evaluation Payroll Software Coursework Assessment Project 30 % Week 11 3,4,5
3 Assignment Integrated Accounting Software Coursework Assessment Practical Evaluation 35 % End of Term 1,2,4,5

Full Time Mode Workload


Type Location Description Hours Frequency Avg Workload
Lecture Computer Laboratory Lecture 4 Weekly 4.00
Total Full Time Average Weekly Learner Contact Time 4.00 Hours

Required & Recommended Book List

Recommended Reading
2019-11-17 ISE Computing Essentials 2021
ISBN 1260570754 ISBN-13 9781260570755

Recommended Reading
2020 USING ACCOUNTING SOFTWARE - STUDY TEXT.
ISBN 1787407772 ISBN-13 9781787407770

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