BUACC1003 Business information systems

This unit delves into the contemporary integration of accounting and logistics systems, revolutionizing the operations of modern businesses and consequently redefining the accountant's role and organizational structures. Emphasizing the latest advancements, it addresses the challenges and opportunities the accounting profession encounters with the surge in online accounting systems. Students gain practical skills in selecting, utilizing, analyzing, and implementing computer-based accounting packages for small businesses. Furthermore, it introduces the fundamentals of data storage and information retrieval, empowering graduates to contribute meaningfully to the design, development, selection, and operation of accounting information systems. The unit also covers the application of technology in mainstream business processes and addresses internal control issues within IT systems. The role of current and emerging technology around artificial intelligence, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), blockchain, business intelligence, robotics, data visualisation and data analytics is also covered.

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Credit points

EFTSL

0.125

Band

Band 4/GF Band 3

Field of Education

Accounting (080101)

Commonwealth supported place (CSP)

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2025 contribution amount* $2,124
2025 grandfathered contribution amount^ $1,663

^ If you are a continuing student who commenced your course before 1 January 2021, you will continue paying the same amount as you would have, had legislative reforms not been implemented, for any units that would otherwise have an increased student contribution amount.

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International full fee–paying places

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