ACCT 5640 - Current Topics in Accounting Information Systems

3 hours

Acquaints students with current topics related to accounting information systems. Current topics will be selected by the instructor and may include, but will not be limited to, the following: accounting issues involving Enterprise Resource Planning software packages, the accountant’s role in electronic commerce and forensic auditing. Instruction may include cases and/or lecture format. The course is structured to enhance the ability of students to think critically and to develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to compete effectively in the rapidly changing world of information technology. Intended for those interested in new and emerging areas of accounting information systems.

Prerequisite(s): ACCT 4100 or 6 hours of BCIS above the 3000 level.