Charles Sturt University Subject Outline ACC539 201730 S I-26 January 2017-Version 1 Page of 1 18 ACC539 - Accounting Information Systems Session 1 2017 Faculty of Business, Justice and Behavioural Sciences School of Accounting and Finance Internal Mode Welcome to a new session of study at Charles Sturt University. Please refer to the University’s (http://student.csu.edu.au/study/acknowledgement-of-country).Acknowledgement of Country This subject outline is accessible through mobile devices from . http://m.csu.edu.au Subject Coordinator Humayun Murshed Email [email protected] Phone To be advised. Campus Other Building/Room number To be advised. Consultation procedures Lecturer Senthil Suntharalingam Email (mailto:[email protected]) [email protected] The best way to contact me is via email if you have any questions concerning the contents and teaching of this subject. 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A brief overview This subject focuses on the role of information systems in providing support to organisational business processes and decision making. It is designed to provide students with an overview of computerised Accounting Information Systems (AIS), an understanding of the scope and types of different AISs; and some practical skills in using an AIS. The subject also considers information controls and business processes and their impact on the reporting of accounting information. Learning outcomes On successful completion of this subject, you should: be able to understand and apply foundation principles relating to computerised information systems in contemporary organisations; be able to explain the role of data analysis tools and data mining; be able to illustrate typical network configurations and identify the components of a network; be able to evaluate accounting information system architecture and generate models of Charles Sturt University Subject Outline ACC539 201730 S I-26 January 2017-Version 1 Page of 2 18 business events; be able to identify organisational risk and generate systems that control that risk; be able to analyse, synthesise and apply the concepts underpinning systems planning development and implementation. Pass Requirements You must obtain at least 50% in the examination as well as 50% overall for the subject to pass. To be eligible for the grade AA or AE you must have submitted all assessment items for the subject, including the final exam. If you choose not to complete an assessment item or do not sit the final exam then you will not be granted an AA or AE grade. Key Subjects Passing a key subject is one of the indicators of satisfactory academic progress through your course. You must pass the key subjects in your course at no more than two attempts. The first time you fail a key subject you will be 'at risk' of exclusion; if you fail a second time you will be excluded from the course. The (https://policy.csu.edu.au/view.current.php?id=00250) sets out the Academic Progress Policy requirements and procedures for satisfactory academic progress, for the exclusion of students who fail to progress satisfactorily and for the termination of enrolment for students who fail to complete in the maximum allowed time. Assumed knowledge Academic integrity means acting with honesty, fairness and responsibility, and involves observing and maintaining ethical standards in all aspects of academic work. This subject assumes that you understand what constitutes plagiarism, cheating and collusion. If you are a new student we expect you to complete the modules called Academic Integrity at CSU (https://interact2.csu.edu.au/webapps/blackboard/execute/courseMain?course_id=_16412_1&task=true&src=). Prescribed Text Students must have access to a copy of the prescribed textbook. The text book can be purchased in hard copy or electronically. Romney, Marshall B. & Steinbart, Paul John. & Mula, Joseph M. & McNamara, Ray P. & Tonkin, Trevor. (Australian edition) (2013). Accounting Information Systems. (e-Text version) ISBN-13: 9781442546790 Publisher: Pearson Australia; Frenchs Forest, NSW Charles Sturt University Subject Outline ACC539 201730 S I-26 January 2017-Version 1 Page of 3 18 The textbooks required for each of your enrolled subjects can also be found via the Student Portal (http://student.csu.edu.au/study/study-essentials/textbooks) page.Textbooks Subject and Assessment Schedule Schedule Session Week Week Commencing Topics Weekly Reading 1 27/02/2017 Topic 1. Roles of Accounting Information Systems Reading: Romney et al.: Ch 1(p 4-21) & Ch 2 (p 38-51) 2 06/03/2017 Topic 2. Systems Documentation Techniques Reading: Romney: Ch 3, Fairhurst (optional reading, link is in Topics) 3 13/03/2017 Topic 3. ERP, Contemporary Systems and Business Intelligence Reading: Kay, D. and Olvia, A. (2014), O’Brien and Marakas (2009) (links to the readings are in Topics) 4 20/03/2017 Topic 4a. Risks and Controls Reading: Romney: Ch 5 & Ch 12 Assessment 1 due 20 March 2017 5 27/03/2017 Topic 4b. Risks & Controls Reading: Romney: Ch 14 (p 419-443) & Ch 16 (p 483-497) 6 03/04/2017 Mid-session break 7 10/04/2017 Mid-session break 8 17/04/2017 Topic 5. Revenue Cycle Reading: Romney: Ch 7 (p 208-230) & Ch 17 (p 510-524) 9 24/04/2017 Topic 6. Expenditure Cycle Reading: Romney: Ch 8 (p 315-327) & Ch 17 (p 524-535) 10 01/05/2017 Topic 7. General Ledger and Reporting Cycle Reading: Romney: Ch 11 & Ch 17 (p 548 -554) Assessment 2 due 1st May 2017 11 08/05/2017 Topic 8. Systems Development and Implementation Reading: Romney Ch. 6 (p 176-189), Ch. 19 (p 610-626) & Ch. 20 (p 645-657) 12 15/05/2017 Topic 9. Database Concepts Reading: Romney Ch. 4 (p 103-120) 13 22/05/2017 Topic 10. Corporate Networks Reading: Simkin MG, Rose JM & Norma CS (2012) (link to the reading is in Topics) 14 29/05/2017 Revision 15 05/06/2017 Exam Week 1 16 12/06/2017 Exam Week 2 **Replacement Classes will be held (TBA) for classes running on Monday 17th April 2017 (Easter Monday) and Tuesday 25th April 2017 (ANZAC DAY). Details will be announced later in the session** This study schedule has been devised to assist in your planning during the session, and is intended as a guide only. Subject Content Information regarding the subject's content is outline above in the Schedule. Subject Delivery Class/tutorial times and location If you are enrolled in an internal offering of this subject, your class times can be found at Timetable @ (http://timetable.csu.edu.au). If you are enrolled in the online offering of the subject, thisCSU timetable will not apply. Find out how to use Timetable @ CSU via the Student Portal Class (http://student.csu.edu.au/study/study-essentials/timetable) page.Timetable Charles Sturt University Subject Outline ACC539 201730 S I-26 January 2017-Version 1 Page of 4 18 Learning, teaching and support strategies All of your subject materials are available on the Interact site under the Topics link in the left hand side menu. I suggest that for each topic you read the learning objectives carefully, review the topic powerpoint (lecture slides), review the topic notes and read the relevant text references. As you are undertaking these tasks, try and make a good set of notes highlighting the key concepts being covered in the topic. Once you feel satisfied with what you have learnt in the topic, complete the relevant tutorial exercise which can be found in section 3 of each topic (Review and Self Test). These questions have been designed to give you focus in the topic, so it really helps to prepare a useful set of answers to them. In this subject there are also lots of opportunities for you to engage with me, with your peers and with the subject. I will be holding weekly face-to-face classes throughout the session where we can discuss assessment items and will allow you to seek clarification of any matter associated with the subject. Make sure you attend your classes regularly and also check (at least 3 times per week) the Interact site for discussion board (forum) postings, announcements, topic information and other resources vital to your success in this subject. Within some of the topic commentary you will find activities that will provide you with the opportunity to reflect on what you have learned and interact with other students in the discussion forum. Your peers in this subject are often not only a great support but also a source of knowledge and experience. Sharing your ideas and working together can help provide context to the subject material. At the end of each topic there is a review and self test activity. Working through exercises are an important part of learning, they help you understand the material. Do these exercises each week to keep you up-to-date with the content of the subject. Successful study is directly linked to early engagement with the subject. Assessment Item 1 has been designed to facilitate your early and regular engagement with the ACC539 subject matter. If you cannot complete Assessment Item 1 by the due date I may contact you by email and/or phone to see if you are experiencing problems and whether you require assistance. Academic learning support Information on effective time management is available on the CSU Learning Support website via the following link: http://student.csu.edu.au/ Visit the learning support website for advice about assignment preparation, academic reading and note-taking, referencing, and preparing for exams at: http://student.csu.edu.au/study The Study Centres also offers a range of workshops specifically targeting your needs as an international student. These workshops run multiple times per week and build into the comprehensive Academic Skills Development Program that you should participate in. Additionally, a number of student volunteers are available to assist you in a program known as Discipline Support Sessions. Please see the timetables for these programs on the noticeboards on campus and also via the iLearn Interact2 Organisation site. You may also contact: Angela Maag Study Support Manager Phone: 02 9291 9358 E-mail: (mailto:[email protected]) [email protected] Dr Susan Lee Study Support Coordinator Phone: 02 9291 9337 E-mail: (mailto:[email protected]) [email protected] Elaine Rodrigues Study Support Coordinator (Intervention) Charles Sturt University Subject Outline ACC539 201730 S I-26 January 2017-Version 1 Page of 5 18 Phone: 02 8055 3413 E-mail: (mailto:[email protected]) [email protected] For appointments, please see Reception. Queries regarding the content of this subject should be directed to your Subject Lecturer. Library services CSU Study Centre Library Collection The CSU Study Centre Library Catalogue is online at: http://primo.unilinc.edu.au/primo_library/libweb/action/search.do?vid=SGA You can search for books in the local Sydney library collection. You are able to Sign In to the CSU Study Centre library catalogue online to place requests for books that are on loan to other students, check their library record, and renew loans prior to the due date. This library service is available online 24/7. When books with outstanding requests are returned to the CSU Study Centre Library, an email will be automatically sent to the next student who is waiting for that book. CSU Library The CSU Library online provides access to online and print material, using Primo Search to find: http://student.csu.edu.au/library Online journal articles eBooks Print books from CSU Library (Interlibrary loans may be requested - see the Library Manager) Company and government reports eJournals Dissertations & theses Newspapers including Business & Financial newspapers in (see Business & IT Factiva Journal databases) Other Reference resources (eg. Australian Bureau of Statistics, Australian standards, online encyclopaedias & dictionaries to be read on the computer You will also find library guides, Subject Reserve for any readings, eg. ACC100, BUS100, ITC100, etc., and online assistance via free call phone number 1800 808 369, or Ask a Librarian - Live Chat or Web Form. :Other CSU Library services and resources https://student.csu.edu.au/library/study-research Video tutorials in research skills, finding journal articles for assignments, topic analysis Endnote referencing software Other online library services to help you successfully complete your assignments Online Tutorials http://student.csu.edu.au/library/study-research/training-tutorials-videos Learn how to: Use Primo Search to find eReserve study materials and journal articles Search journal databases and web resources for information for your assessment tasks Identify appropriate sources of information and peer reviewed material, to evaluate resources Subject Library Resource Guides http://libguides.csu.edu.au/ Subject Library Guides are a great way to get started with research. Each online guide is tailored to a specific area of study, including Accounting, Business and Information Technology outlining how to research in your area and where to look for information. Charles Sturt University Subject Outline ACC539 201730 S I-26 January 2017-Version 1 Page of 6 18 Library Help http://student.csu.edu.au/library/help-contacts Friendly and quick assistance is available. Ask for help finding information and navigating the library’s extensive eResources. National Library of Australia - Trove database http://trove.nla.gov.au/ The Trove database from the National Library of Australia provides access to many different online resources on any subject. University of Technology Sydney - Blake Library http://find.lib.uts.edu.au/ All students with a CSU student card can access University of Technology, Sydney (UTS) library for free 10 times per year or paying $50 per year to join CAUL scheme to borrow books and use the UTS library as often as students like. The UTS Blake library is located near Chinatown: corner Quay Street & Ultimo Road, Haymarket. Phone: 02 9514 3666. below for any student enquiries:Contact Details CSU Study Centre Darlinghurst Library Renee Holman Library Manager Phone: 02 9291 9302 Email: (mailto:[email protected]) [email protected] Zora Janeva Senior Library Technician Phone: 02 9291 9315 Email: (mailto:[email protected]) [email protected] Residential school You are not required to attend a residential school for this subject. Your workload in this subject Each week will require you to devote 9 - 11 hours studying this subject - obviously some weeks may require more time than others depending on how you work. The following is provided as a guide for your information: Review of required readings, topic notes and powerpoint presentations 3.0 hours Completion and review of tutorial exercises 2.5 hours Preparation of assessment items 2.5 hours Attending weekly lectures and tutorials 3 hours Assessment Items Item number Title Type Value Due date* Return date** 1 The role of an AIS Assignment 10% 20-Mar-2017 10-Apr-2017 2 System Documentation and BI Assignment 30% 01-May-2017 22-May-2017 3 Final Exam Exam 60% To be Advised. * due date is the last date for assessment items to be received at the University Charles Sturt University Subject Outline ACC539 201730 S I-26 January 2017-Version 1 Page of 7 18 ** applies only to assessment items submitted by the due date Assessment item 1 The role of an AIS Value: 10% Due date: 20-Mar-2017 Return date: 10-Apr-2017 Length: 750 - 1,000 words Submission method options Alternative submission method Task You work in an accounting firm as a business advisor. The partners of the firm are conservative and advise their clients to use traditional server based accounting information systems (AIS). The firm's clients are small to medium sized businesses, in a variety of industries including retail and service. Recently a number of your clients have approached you about moving from a traditional accounting system (in-house server based or computer based) to a cloud based accounting system. You mention this trend to the senior partner. The senior partner has now asked you to provide more information on cloud accounting systems, in the form of a 750-1,000 word business report that can be distributed to both the partners and clients. You have been asked to do some research and address the following: • Define and explain the differences between a cloud based accounting system and a traditional accounting system • Identify potential risks or limitations in adopting a cloud based accounting system • Based on your findings make a recommendation outlining which size and type of businesses would benefit from moving to a cloud based AIS. Within your business report, present the differences between cloud based and traditional AIS in a table. Your research could include such sources as the professional body articles as well as text books and peer reviewed academic journals. Vendor websites are not considered to be appropriate sources of information for this task. Use APA referencing in your report. PLEASE REFER TO THE MARKING GUIDE BELOW FOR GUIDANCE ON WHAT IS REQUIRED TO ATTAIN THE DIFFERENT LEVELS OF ACHIEVEMENT AND THE MARKS ALLOCATED TO EACH CRITERIA THAT YOU NEED TO ADDRESS IN YOUR REPORT. Rationale This assessment task has been designed to develop your ability to interpret and evaluate the concepts covered in Topic 1. More specifically it seeks to assess your ability to: understand and apply foundation principles relating to computerised information systems in contemporary organisations. Charles Sturt University Subject Outline ACC539 201730 S I-26 January 2017-Version 1 Page of 8 18 Marking criteria Criteria Maximum Marks HD (100-85%) DI (84-75%) CR (74-65%) PS (64-50%) Be able to identify the differences between a cloud based accounting system and a traditional accounting system. 30 In a table within the business report, with reference to an extensive range of sources beyond the subject resources clearly distinguishes the differences between cloud based and traditional AIS. In a table within the business report, with reference to a range of sources beyond the subject resources distinguishes the differences between cloud based and traditional AIS. In a table within the business report, with reference to sources beyond the subject resources identifies the differences between cloud based and traditional AIS. In a table within the business report, with reference to the subject resources identifies the differences between cloud based and traditional AIS. Be able to explain the potential risks or limitations in adopting a cloud based accounting system. 30 With reference to an extensive range of sources beyond the subject resources, clearly illustrate potential risks or limitations in adopting a cloud based AIS. With reference to a range of sources beyond the subject resources, clearly explains potential risks or limitations in adopting a cloud based AIS. With reference to sources beyond the subject resources, explains potential risks or limitations in adopting a cloud based AIS. With reference to the subject resources, explains the potential risks or limitations in adopting a cloud based AI. Provide a recommendation on which size and type of business would benefit from cloud based AIS. 20 Evaluate the evidence gathered and provide a detailed recommendation based on the relevant risks and benefits of cloud based AIS. With reference to the evidence gathered, provides a recommendation based on the relevant risks and benefits of cloud based AIS. Provides a recommendation based on the relevant risks and benefits of cloud based AIS. Recommendation refers to identified risks and benefits associated with cloud based AIS. Academic writing skills 20 Accurate use of syntax, spelling and punctuation; succinct and effective use of accounting terminology. Correct report format used. APA referencing is correct and consistently applied. Accurate spelling and punctuation; effective use of accounting terminology. Correct report format used. APA referencing is correct and consistently applied. Mostly accurate spelling and punctuation. Correct report format used. APA referencing is mostly correctly and consistently applied. Some spelling and grammar errors. Report format used with some errors or omissions. APA referencing is used with minor errors. Requirements Assignments must be submitted through Turnitin. You need to include your name, student ID and page number in the header or footer of every page of the assignment. Further details about the presentation of your submission are provided in Appendix 1. For this assessment you are required to use APA referencing to acknowledge the sources that you have used. Please refer to the CSU referencing guide: student.csu.edu.au/library/integrity/referencing-at-csu (http://student.csu.edu.au/library/integrity/referencing-at-csu) Charles Sturt University Subject Outline ACC539 201730 S I-26 January 2017-Version 1 Page of 9 18 Here is a link to a very useful tool you can use. It demonstrates how to correctly use in text referencing and the correct way to cite the reference in your reference list: apps.csu.edu.au/reftool/apa-6 (https://apps.csu.edu.au/reftool/apa-6) Assessment item 2 System Documentation and BI Value: 30% Due date: 01-May-2017 Return date: 22-May-2017 Length: N/A Submission method options Alternative submission method Task Q1 Flowchart - 10 Marks Emporium Trading Company purchases products from Asia and then resells them to local retailers. During the last 2 years demand for the imported products has increased significantly. Emporium Trading is expanding its local operations, including a new information system, to assist with managing the increase in purchases. You work as a consultant systems analyst, and you have been tasked with preparing documentation to assist with the identification of the current business processes in order to facilitate the identification of a suitable system for the acquisition and payment for products. Based on the interview below with the department supervisor, prepare a document flowchart using a system tool, to document the acquisition to payment system that currently exists at Emporium Trading Company. A purchase requisition is sent from the inventory system to the purchasing department clerk. The clerk prepares the PO using the vendor and inventory files and emails the PO to the vendor. The vendor returns a vendor acknowledgement to the clerk indicating receipt of the PO. The purchasing clerk then sends a PO notification to the Accounts Payable clerk. When the receiving department accepts the vendor goods, the inventory system automatically send the AP clerk a receiving report. The AP clerk also receives invoices from vendors. The vendor invoices are matched to the PO notification and the goods receipt by the AP clerk, who then updates the accounts payable master file. Payment request is then sent by the AP clerk to the accounting department. All files at Emporium Trading are filed in date order. The accounting department then prepares the EFT file for vendor payment. Once the payment has been approved, the system automatically updates the AP master file and the general ledger, and forwards the payment details to the bank. A system tool includes software such as Word, Excel, Smartdraw or Edraw. There are many tools that are available to trial for free on the internet. PLEASE REFER TO THE MARKING GUIDE BELOW FOR GUIDANCE ON WHAT IS REQUIRED TO ATTAIN THE DIFFERENT LEVELS OF ACHIEVEMENT AND THE MARKS ALLOCATED TO EACH CRITERIA THAT YOU NEED TO ADDRESS IN YOUR DOCUMENT FLOWCHART. Q2 Business Intelligence Research Report - 20 Marks Using appropriate authoritative sources, create a 1,500 word research report that: • explains the role of data analysis tools and data mining in contemporary organisations • identifies and explains the ethical implications around gathering, storing and using customer information In Resources is an article by Dean, Payne and Landry (2016) which may be a good starting point for Charles Sturt University Subject Outline ACC539 201730 S I-26 January 2017-Version 1 Page of 10 18 your research. Your research should include such sources as the professional body articles as well as text books and peer reviewed academic journals. Vendor websites are not considered to be appropriate sources of information for this task. Use APA referencing in your report. PLEASE REFER TO THE MARKING GUIDE BELOW FOR GUIDANCE ON WHAT IS REQUIRED TO ATTAIN THE DIFFERENT LEVELS OF ACHIEVEMENT AND THE MARKS ALLOCATED TO EACH CRITERIA THAT YOU NEED TO ADDRESS IN YOUR REPORT. Rationale Q1 This assessment task has been designed to develop your ability interpret and evaluate the concepts covered in Topic 2. More specifically it seeks to assess your progress towards the learning outcome : • be able to evaluate accounting information system architecture and generate models of business events. Q2 This assessment task has been designed to develop your ability to interpret and evaluate the concepts covered in Topic 3. More specifically it seeks to assess your ability to: • be able to explain the role of data analysis tools and data mining Marking criteria Criteria Maximum Marks HD (100-85%) DI (84-75%) CR (74-65%) PS (64-50%) Generate model of business events. 10 Appropriate selection and exemplary use of a system tool in the creation of a detailed model of Emporium Trading Company’s procurement to payment business processes. Appropriate selection and detailed use of a system tool in the creation of a detailed model of Emporium Trading Company’s procurement to payment business processes. Appropriate selection and use of a system tool to create a model of Emporium Trading Company’s procurement to payment business processes. Selects an appropriate system tool and uses it to create some aspects of Emporium Trading Company’s procurement to payment business processes. 50 Consistent and logical application of correct symbols in accordance with guidelines for preparing flowcharts. Correct identification and labelling Consistent application of correct symbols with most of the guidelines for preparing flowcharts followed. Identification and labelling Correct symbols used and some of the guidelines for preparing flowcharts followed. Identification Correct symbols used with minor errors in labelling and structure of chart. Identification Charles Sturt University Subject Outline ACC539 201730 S I-26 January 2017-Version 1 Page of 11 18 Criteria Maximum Marks HD (100-85%) DI (84-75%) CR (74-65%) PS (64-50%) of all entities involved in the process. of all entities involved in the process. and labelling of entities involved in the process mostly correct. and labelling of entities involved in the process mostly correct. 40 Uses narrative provided to accurately and logically prepare a document flowchart to represent the existing purchase to payment system. Uses narrative provided to logically prepare a document flowchart to represent the existing system from purchase to payment. Uses narrative to prepare a document flowchart that represents the existing system from purchase to payment with minor errors in logic or flow. Aspects of narrative used to prepare a document flowchart of the existing system from purchase to payment with some errors in logic and flow. Please note that this assessment question will be marked out of 100 and then that mark will be divided by 10 to give you a mark out of 10 for this question. Criteria Maximum Marks HD (100-85%) DI (84-75%) CR (74-65%) PS (64-50%) Explain the role of data analysis tools and data mining in contemporary organisations. 40 With reference to an extensive range of sources beyond the subject resources clearly define data analysis tools and data mining. Uses evidence based literature to provide a thorough explanation of the role of data analysis and data mining in contemporary organisations. With reference to a range of sources beyond the subject resources data analysis tools and data mining are defined. Uses evidence based literature to provide an explanation of the role of data analysis and data mining in contemporary organisations. With reference to sources beyond the subject resources, provides a definition of data analysis tools and data mining and explains the role of data analysis and data mining in contemporary organisations. Defines data analysis and data mining and discusses the role of data analysis and data mining in contemporary organisations with reference to subject resources. Explain the ethical implications around With reference to an extensive range of sources beyond the subject resources interprets the role of business ethics in contemporary organisations. Uses evidence based literature With reference to a range of sources beyond the subject resources discusses the role of business ethics in contemporary organisations. Uses evidence based literature With reference to sources beyond the subject resources discusses the Identifies the ethical implications around gathering, Charles Sturt University Subject Outline ACC539 201730 S I-26 January 2017-Version 1 Page of 12 18 Criteria Maximum Marks HD (100-85%) DI (84-75%) CR (74-65%) PS (64-50%) gathering, storing and using customer information. 40 to clearly identify and evaluate ethical issues that exist in relation to gathering, storing and using customer information. to differentiate between the ethical implications of gathering, storing and using customer information. ethical implications around gathering, storing and using customer information. storing and using customer information with reference to subject resources. Academic writing skills 20 Accurate use of syntax, spelling and punctuation. Correct report format used. APA referencing is correct and consistently applied. Accurate spelling and punctuation. Correct report format used. APA referencing is correct and consistently applied. Mostly accurate spelling and punctuation. Correct report format used. APA referencing is mostly correctly and consistently applied. Some spelling and grammar errors. Report format used with some errors or omissions. APA referencing is used with minor errors. Please note that this assessment question will be marked out of 100 and then that mark will be divided by 5 to give you a mark out of 20 for this question. Presentation Q1 Document Flowchart requires you to use the guidelines for preparing flowcharts as presented in your prescribed textbook. Requirements Assignments must be submitted through Turnitin. You need to include in the of every page your name, student ID and page number header or footer of the assignment. Further details about presentation of your submission are provided in Appendix 1. For this assessment you are required to use APA referencing to acknowledge the sources that you have used in preparing your assessment. Please refer to the CSU referencing guide: student.csu.edu.au/library/integrity/referencing-at-csu (http://student.csu.edu.au/library/integrity/referencing-at-csu) Here is a link to a very useful tool you can use. It demonstrates how to correctly use in text referencing and the correct way to cite the reference in your reference list: apps.csu.edu.au/reftool/apa-6 (http://apps.csu.edu.au/reftool/apa-6) Assessment item 3 Final Exam Value: 60% Date: To be advised Duration: 2 hours plus 10 minutes reading time Submission method options N/A - submission not required/applicable Charles Sturt University Subject Outline ACC539 201730 S I-26 January 2017-Version 1 Page of 13 18 Rationale The purpose of the final examination is to assess your understanding of all topics in the subject without reference to external sources and resources. All learning outcomes may be assessed in the final exam. The final examination will test your abilities to analyse and solve problems and think critically in relation to the subject learning outcomes which are as follows: be able to understand and apply foundation principles relating to computerised information systems in contemporary organisations; be able to explain the role of data analysis tools and data mining; be able to illustrate typical network configurations and identify the components of a network; be able to evaluate accounting information system architecture and generate models of business events; be able to identify organisational risk and generate systems that control that risk; be able to analyse, synthesise and apply the concepts underpinning systems planning development and implementation. Requirements You must pass the exam and receive a mark of 50% overall to pass the subject. The format of the final exam will consist of multiple choice questions and extended answer questions. Click here for sample exam (https://doms.csu.edu.au/csu/file/4597f138-cc6f-4fda-98b0-01140e25f8dd/1/ACC539%20Sample%20Exam%20and%20Solution.docx) Marking criteria You will be assessed on the following: Ability to obtain correct answers for the multiple choice questions. Ability to obtain correct answers for practical problems. Demonstrated understanding of the concepts and theoretical issues associated with the topics covered in the subject. Charles Sturt University Subject Outline ACC539 201730 S I-26 January 2017-Version 1 Page of 14 18 Criteria / Learning Outcome HD DI CR PS Multiple choice questions Students will be required to answer multiple choice questions by selecting the best option from four available choices. To meet this level you will attain a cumulative mark between 85%-100% for this section of the examination. A mark in this range indicates that you have selected the best answer option from four available choices for each question with no more than 3 incorrect answers in this component of the examination. Overall, in meeting this level you will demonstrate an exceptional and a consistently high level of knowledge and understanding across the complete range of topics in this subject. To meet this level you will attain a cumulative mark between 75%-84% for this section of the examination. A mark in this range indicates that you have selected the best answer option from four available choices for each question with no more than 5 incorrect answers in this component of the examination. Overall, In meeting this level you will demonstrate a comprehensive and high level of knowledge and understanding across the across the majority of the topics in this subject. Depending on the questions answered incorrectly, one of the subject’s topics may be understood at a basic level whilst all others are at a high level. To meet this level you will attain a cumulative mark between 65%-74% for this section of the examination. A mark in this range indicates that you have selected the best answer option from four available choices for each question with no more than 7 incorrect answers in this component of the examination. Overall, in meeting this level you will demonstrate a sound knowledge and understanding across the across the majority of the topics in this subject. Depending on the questions answered incorrectly, one or two of the subject’s topics may be understood at a basic level whilst all others are at a higher level of understanding. To meet this level you will attain a cumulative mark between 50%-64% for this section of the examination. A mark in this range indicates that you have selected the best answer option from four available choices for each question with no more than 10 incorrect answers in this component of the examination. Overall, In meeting this level you will demonstrate a basic knowledge and understanding across at least 50% of the topics in this subject. The number of incorrect answers indicate that at least 50% of the subject’s topics will be understood at a basic level or above &there will be a small number of topics where there may be a limited level of understanding. Short answer questions In response to each of the short answer questions, students are required to demonstrate their knowledge of a range of scenarios that have been covered in the topics of the subject. To meet this level you will attain a cumulative mark between 85%-100% for this section of the examination. A mark in this range (no less than 42.5 marks) indicates that you have answered three of the four questions to a high or exceptional level & no more than one question is answered at a basic level. Overall, in meeting this level you will demonstrate exceptional knowledge, understanding, and ability across the majority of topics in this subject. To meet this level you will attain a cumulative mark between 75%-84% for this section of the examination. A mark in this range (no less than 37.5 marks) indicates that you have answered at least two of the four questions to a high level or above & no more than one question is answered to a basic or limited level. Overall, in meeting this level you will demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge, understanding, and ability across the majority of topics in this subject. To meet this level you will attain a cumulative mark between 65%-74% for this section of the examination. A mark in this range (no less than 32.5 marks) indicates that you have answered at least one of the four questions to a high level or above & no more than two questions are answered to a basic or limited level. Overall, in meeting this level you will demonstrate a sound knowledge, understanding, and ability across the majority of topics in this subject. To meet this level you will attain a cumulative mark between 50%-64% for this section of the examination. A mark in this range (no less than 25 marks) indicates that you have answered at least two of the four questions to a basic level or above & no more than two questions are answered to a limited level. Overall, in meeting this level you will demonstrate a basic knowledge, understanding, and ability across the majority of topics in this subject Charles Sturt University Subject Outline ACC539 201730 S I-26 January 2017-Version 1 Page of 15 18 1. 2. 3. Material provided by the University 1 x 24 page answer booklet GPAS answer sheet Material required by the student Hand held non programmable calculator, battery or solar powered 2B pencil & eraser for Multiple Choice Black or Blue pen for extended answer questions Assessment Information Learning materials Details of learning materials that support your success in this subject can be found in the Interact2 Subject Site. Referencing Referencing is an important component of academic work. All assessment tasks should be appropriately referenced. The specific details of the referencing requirements are included in each assessment task description. Get referencing style guides and help (http://student.csu.edu.au/library/integrity/referencing-at-csu) to use for your assessments. Plagiarism CSU treats plagiarism seriously. We may use Turnitin to check your submitted work for plagiarism. You can use Turnitin to check for plagiarism (http://student.csu.edu.au/library/integrity/referencing-at-csu/checking) in your assessments before submission. How to apply for special consideration Academic regulations provide for special consideration to be given if you suffer misadventure or extenuating circumstances during the session (including the examination period) which prevents you from meeting acceptable standards or deadlines. Find the form on the Student Portal Special (http://student.csu.edu.au/study/academic-advice)Consideration, Misadventure, Advice and Appeals page. Extensions In order to ensure that other students who hand their assignments in on time are not disadvantaged, and to enable me to comply with the requirement to return assignments to the class within 15 working days, the following rules about extensions will be strictly enforced: Extensions be granted for on-line tests, as these have to be done within a specific cannot time frame, after which the answers are released to the class automatically. Computer problems (such as the speed of your computer and the Turnitin issues) and normal work-related pressures and family commitments do constitute sufficient reasons for the not granting of extensions. If it becomes obvious that you are not going to be able to submit an assignment on time because of an unavoidable problem, you must submit your request for an extension to the Subject Coordinator . in writing (email is acceptable) to the due date prior Requests for extensions will not be granted on or after the due date so you must make sure that any extension is requested the day on which the assignment is due. prior to Charles Sturt University Subject Outline ACC539 201730 S I-26 January 2017-Version 1 Page of 16 18 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. You are expected to do all you can to meet assignment deadlines. Work and family- related pressures do not normally constitute sufficient reasons for the granting of extensions or incomplete grades. If you apply for an extension, you may be asked to email your lecturer on what you have done so far on the assignment. You must be able to provide (such as a certificate from a doctor or documentary evidence counsellor) justifying the need for an extension as soon as practicable - but please note that if the circumstances giving rise to the request for an extension arise on a day when you cannot get documentary evidence, you must still apply for the extension and before the due date submit the documentary evidence afterwards. Given the tight deadlines involved in returning assignments to students and putting feedback on Interact, the maximum extension granted generally will be seven (7) days from the . due date Assignments received more than 10 days after the due date or extension date will not be marked unless the staff member decides otherwise. Items received late will be penalised at 10% of the mark available for the assessment item per day it is late (see below). Note that for purposes of measuring lateness, the 'day' begins just after 00.00 hrs AEST - so an assignment received after midnight of the due date will be penalised 10% for lateness. This rule will be applied to all students uniformly. Penalties for Late Submission The penalty for late submission of an assessment task (without obtaining the Subject Coordinator's approval for an extension) will be: , of the maximum marks allocated for the assessment10% deduction per day, including weekends task, i.e. 1 day late 10% deduction, or 2 days late 20% deduction. An example of the calculation would be: Maximum marks allocated = 20 Penalty for one day late = 2 marks (so, a score of 18/20 becomes 16/20 and a score of 12/20 becomes 10/20). If an assignment is due on a Friday but is not submitted until the following Tuesday, then the penalty will be four days (40% deduction or 8 marks in the example above). Submissions more than 10 days late will be acknowledged as received but will not be marked. Resubmission Under normal circumstances resubmission of assessment items will not be accepted for any of the assessments required in this subject. Online Submission Assignments must be submitted through Turnitin. Unless advised otherwise, all Turnitin submissions are due by . midnight (AEST) of the date specified Please note that the time and the date of your Turnitin submission will be used to determine your official submission time. You will be added to Turnitin by end of week 2. If you need assistance on Turnitin, there is an Charles Sturt University Subject Outline ACC539 201730 S I-26 January 2017-Version 1 Page of 17 18 instruction sheet available at reception area. Additional Submission Information: It is recommended that be included in the header or footer of your name, student ID and page number every page of any assignment. You are also required to rename your assignment file before you submit via Turnitin as per below protocol: SUBJECT CODE, SI, SURNAME, STUDENT ID, ASSESSMENT NUMBER, SESSION. Example - ACC512 SI PATEL 11554466 A3 201560.doc Assignments without the required identifying information, will not be marked or will face major delay in marking. Postal Submission Under normal circumstances postal submissions will not be accepted for any of the assessments required. Hand Delivered Submission Under normal circumstances hand delivered submissions will not be accepted for any of the assessments required. Feedback Feedback on your assignment can be viewed on Turnitin after the assignment results are released. You may also approach the lecturer in class for further clarification or feedback on the assignment. Assignment Return You should normally expect your marked assignment to be returned to you within 15 working days of the due date, if your assignment was submitted on time. If you submitted your assignment on time but not received it back by the return date, you should make enquiries in the first instance to the subject lecturer. Student Feedback and Learning Analytics Evaluation of Subjects CSU values constructive feedback and relies on high response rates to Subject Experience Surveys (SES) to enhance teaching. Responses are fed back anonymously to Subject Coordinators and Heads of Schools to form the basis for subject enhancement and recognition of excellence in teaching. Schools report on their evaluation data; highlighting good practice and documenting how problems have been addressed. You can view a summary of survey results via the Student Portal SES Results (https://student.csu.edu.au/study/subject-experience-survey-results) page. We strongly encourage you to complete your online Subject Experience Surveys. You will be provided with links to your surveys via email when they open three [3] weeks before the end of session. Changes and actions based on previous student feedback Student feedback has resulted in greater clarity in marking guides for ACC539. Learning analytics in this subject Learning Analytics refers to the collection and analysis of student data for the purpose of improving learning and teaching. It enables the University to personalise the support we provide our students. All Learning Analytics activities will take place in accordance with the CSU Learning Analytics Code of Practice. For more information, please visit CSU’s Learning Analytics (http://www.csu.edu.au/division/student-learning/home/analytics-and-evaluations/learning-analytics) website. Charles Sturt University Subject Outline ACC539 201730 S I-26 January 2017-Version 1 Page of 18 18 Data about your activity in the Interact2 site and other learning technologies for this subject will be recorded and can be reviewed by teaching staff to inform their communication, support and teaching practices. 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