CAPP06048 2022 ICT in Accounting

Create a business presentation using application software.

Prepare professional business documents and reports using word processing software.

Analyse business information using spreadsheet software.

Describe information systems and technology infrastructure components.

Combine elements of productivity applications to produce a professional business report.

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 completion of tasks.

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

Practical exercises, MCQ's and project

Practical exercises, MCQ's and project

 LO1 - Create a business presentation using application software.

• Apply advanced presentation software functionality in the preparation of business presentations
• Preparation of presentations to convey concise information in a format compatible with the content being delivered
• Design presentations to maintain participant interest
• Share presentations
• Import content from other applications

LO2 – Prepare professional business documents and reports using word processing software.

• Apply advanced word processing software functionality in the preparation of business reports
• Design and prepare business reports in a professional format
• Create reports that require collaboration
• Import, embed and format content from other applications

LO3 - Analyse business information using spreadsheet software.

• Apply spreadsheet software functionality in the preparation of financial reports
• Design and prepare financial accounting reports
• Create reports that use management accounting information designed to assist decision making  
• Design and prepare spreadsheet reports that present relevant information in a numeric and graphic format to facilitate understanding, interpretation and application by a variety of users
• Import and export of data using other application software

LO4 - Describe information systems and technology infrastructure components.

• Identify components of an information system and the systems that support them including TPS, MIS, DSS and ESS
• Discuss business reporting that incorporates data analysis, business analytics and business intelligence
• Describe categories of computers, computer components, peripheral devices, storage options and emerging technologies
• Identify categories of software, operating system software, productivity software and specialised software.
• Describe network components, models, technologies, standards and protocols.

LO5 - Combine elements of productivity applications to produce a professional business report.

• Preparation of a business report that combines software applications used during the semester
• Research, identify and describe emerging technologies that may be useful in a business setting