A Framework for an Accounting Information Systems Curriculum

The purpose of this paper is to propose, for educators, a curriculum framework that brings together the fields of accounting and information systems in an attempt to better equip the graduates of both programs with a new collection of requisite skills. The curriculum framework is designed to be flexible so as to assist faculty in the selection of an appropriate offering for their particular school. The paper investigates three alternative AIS curriculum choices: an AIS Track, an AIS Minor, and/or an AIS Major

Electronic Commerce And The Challenge For IS Planning: Who Will Be The EC-Winners?

In order to help an organization recognize and plan for their place within the booming electronic markets, a set of five characteristics are identified and described that either support or hinder electronic commerce. These five characteristics assess the willingness of the consumer to engage in electronic trade, as well as aspects of the product itself

An Analysis Of Student XBRL Project Teams: Value-Adding Educational Experiences Using Emerging Technology

Extensible Business Reporting Language (XBRL) is a new approach that offers great promise for a fundamental improvement to the way in which financial information is maintained and reported.  With every innovation, comes the need to educate.  Because of the overarching aspects of XBRL and its implications, a team learning approach is appropriate.  This paper presents a case study of three student projects that resulted in the development of XBRL applications.  An analysis is provided of the teams, the projects, and important lessons learned

ERP Consolidation Accounting Serial Exercise

Abstract: This project looks at an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system from a pedagogy academic accounting point of view. Microsoft Dynamics GP, formerly known as Great Plains, is used in a serial consolidation exercise/homework problem. Include focus on Access to ERP was done using cloud computing. The ERP information is entered in journal form in GP and then aggregated with Management Reporter

ERP Consolidation Accounting Serial Exercise

Abstract: This project looks at an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system from a pedagogy academic accounting point of view. Microsoft Dynamics GP, formerly known as Great Plains, is used in a serial consolidation exercise/homework problem. Include focus on Access to ERP was done using cloud computing. The ERP information is entered in journal form in GP and then aggregated with Management Reporter

The Effects of Expectancy and Heuristics on the Major Selection Process

The current research investigates the applicability of the expectancy theory and heuristics to university business students’ major selection decision. Results from a sample of 180 college of business students confirm a positive relationship between major selection and expectancy. Availability and anchoring heuristics also affected the selection process separated by major. Valuable insights are provided as to what else, other than strictly materialistic factors, affects the major selection decision and determines perceived success in the long run. Although the research findings are based on a college of business context, the findings can be applicable to various academic majors in different settings

A Framework for an Accounting Information Systems Curriculum

The nineties have generated considerable demand for trained people who are knowledgeable in accounting information systems.  Educational institutions are responding to the demand with new programs and course offerings, but they require a large amount of faculty time to construct.  Thus, the purpose of this paper is to assist faculty in the AIS curriculum decision process.  After the introduction discussion, a section identifies potential goals of an AIS program and covers various assumptions made through this process.  Faculty should, of course, define the goals and assumptions for their specific institution.  The results of a survey of several accounting programs is then provided to provide a picture of the current state of and demand for AIS.  Next, we outline three alternative AIS curriculum alternatives: and AIS track, and AIS minor, and an AIS major.  Suggested courses for each alternative are described.  Then, a discussion covers an method of organizing the decision factors that govern the choice between a track, minor, and major using a SWOT (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats) analysis. The last section of the paper summarizes the curriculum decision process