Towards an Understanding of Accounting Information Systems as a Discipline: A Comparative Analysis of Topical Coverage in AIS and MIS Courses

2009 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-15 ◽  
Author(s):  
Uday S. Murthy ◽  
Linda Ragland
Keyword(s):  
Information Systems ◽  
Internal Control ◽  
Management Information Systems ◽  
Accounting Information ◽  
Transaction Processing ◽  
Internal Controls ◽  
Management Information ◽  
Related Field ◽  
Accounting Information Systems ◽  
Sarbanes Oxley

Abstract The accounting information systems (AIS) discipline lacks a sense of identity relative to the closely related field of management information systems (MIS). By identifying how AIS is evolving and what makes AIS unique from MIS, the field can gain a better understanding of its importance. We analyze a sample of syllabi for the introductory AIS and MIS courses, focusing on similarities and differences between the AIS and MIS fields as reflected in the topical coverage choices made by AIS and MIS educators. We also investigate the effects of the passage of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act on topical coverage in the introductory AIS course. The findings reveal that while AIS courses have a unique focus on transaction processing and internal controls relative to MIS courses, more technical topics such as hardware and software issues and IS solutions are covered more commonly in MIS courses rather than AIS courses. We also find that AIS topical coverage has changed since the passage of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, with a more pronounced focus on internal control and security compared to the pre-Sarbanes Oxley era. The key contribution of this paper is in providing empirical evidence in support of the “intersection view” of AIS, which asserts that while AIS and MIS have some topics in common there are also many issues unique to each field.

scholarly journals Efektifitas Sistem Informasi Akuntansi Dan Manajemen Dalam Pengembangan Ekowisata Monkey Forest Di Desa Adat Padang Tegal

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 10-16
Author(s):  
I Nyoman Sutapa ◽  
I Gde Agung Wira Pertama
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Information System ◽  
Information Systems ◽  
Management Information System ◽  
Management Information Systems ◽  
Accounting Information ◽  
Tourist Attraction ◽  
Management Information ◽  
Accounting Information System ◽  
Accounting Information Systems

Abstract This study aims to describe the effectiveness of the Accounting Information System (AIS) and Management Information System (SIM) in Padang Adat Village as a source of budgeting information for the development of Ecotourism in the tourist attraction of Ubud's Monkey Key. Data collection is carried out through literature studies, verification and direct observation in the field, interviews and observations. The place of this research is in the traditional village of Padang Tegal and the Ubud Forest tourist attraction. Based on the research results of accounting information systems and management information systems can help the development of Ecotourism in the tourist attraction of Ubud's Monkey Forest through information generated and used as material for decision making by the Padangtegal village through the effectiveness of accounting information systems and the effectiveness of management information systems. Keywords: Effectiveness of Information Systems, Ecotourism Development Abstrak Penelitian ini memiliki tujuan mendeskripsikan efektivitas Sistem Informasi Akuntansi (SIA) dan Sistem Informasi Manajemen (SIM) di Desa Adat Padang tegal sebagai sumber informasi pembuatan anggaran untuk pengembangan Ekowisata di objek wisata Monkey Forest Ubud. Pengumpulan data dilakukan melalui studi literatur, verifikasi dan pengamatan langsung di lapangan, wawancara serta observasi. Tempat penelitian ini adalah di desa adat padang tegal dan objek wisata monkey forest Ubud. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian sistem informasi akuntansi dan sistem informasi manajemen dapat membantu pengembangan Ekowisata di objek wisata Monkey Forest Ubud melalui informasi yang dihasilkan dan dijadikan bahan pengambilan keputusan oleh desa pekraman padangtegal melalui efektifitas sistem informasi akuntansi dan efektifitas sistem informasi manajemen. Kata Kunci: Efektifitas Sistem Informasi, Pengembangan Ekowisata

A Model to Update Accounting Curricula for Emerging Technologies

2016 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
pp. 161-169 ◽  
Author(s):  
Joshua G. Coyne ◽  
Emily M. Coyne ◽  
Kenton B. Walker
Keyword(s):  
Information Systems ◽  
Computer Technology ◽  
Management Information Systems ◽  
Accounting Information ◽  
Systems Development ◽  
Management Information ◽  
Accounting Information Systems ◽  
New Graduates ◽  
Accounting Management ◽  
And Training

ABSTRACT The prevailing model for accounting information systems (AIS) courses is decades old and needs to be modernized for cutting-edge technologies and demands for information services. New graduates in accounting require new perspectives and training to enter what is becoming an important subdiscipline in accounting that prepares accountants to serve effectively as data analysts, IT auditors, and participants in systems development. One hurdle preventing the adoption of these roles is a disconnect between AIS education and AIS practice. This article identifies relevant professional competencies and proposes some corresponding actions by the academy to combine accounting, management information systems, and computer technology. JEL Classifications: M4; L8.

scholarly journals Recruiting MIS Minors: The Impact Of In-Depth Database Exposure In The Accounting Information Systems Course

2011 ◽  
Vol 15 (3) ◽  
pp. 119
Author(s):  
Duanning Zhou ◽  
Arsen Djatej ◽  
Yining Chen ◽  
David Senteney
Keyword(s):  
Information Systems ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Management Information Systems ◽  
Accounting Information ◽  
Accounting Students ◽  
Management Information ◽  
Accounting Information Systems ◽  
Accounting Faculty ◽  
Knowledge Content ◽  
The Impact

This study empirically examines the possible relationships between the accounting majors in-depth exposure of database knowledge and their willingness to expand their knowledge beyond the required Accounting Information Systems (AIS) course by taking additional classes leading to a Management Information Systems (MIS) minor. Our empirical results suggest that in-depth database exposure in AIS classes has a positive impact on accounting students interest in pursuing an MIS minor. The findings of this study encourage the collaboration between MIS and accounting faculty in developing AIS courses to include in-depth database knowledge content. Such collaboration can benefit both accounting and MIS programs.

scholarly journals PENGARUH SISTEM INFORMASI AKUNTANSI DAN PENGENDALIAN INTERNAL TERHADAP KINERJA PERUSAHAAN (STUDI PADA PERUSAHAAN MANUFAKTUR DI ACEH BARAT)

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 249-256
Author(s):  
Rossa Rossa ◽  
Evayani Evayani
Keyword(s):  
Information Systems ◽  
Palm Oil ◽  
Internal Control ◽  
Accounting Information ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Internal Controls ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Company Performance ◽  
Accounting Information Systems ◽  
Oil Companies

The research examines the influence of the accounting information systems and internal controls on the company performance. The population in this research is all palm oil companies registered at the Badan Pusat Statistik (BPS) of Aceh Barat.  The sampling technique used is saturation sampling. This research uses primary data which obtained through the questionnire results. The data were collected 68 questioners from 3 palm oil companies. Data were processed using SPSS version 22 and analyzed using multiple linear regression, The results show that (1) accounting information systems and internal controls simultaneously, significantly affecting company performance (2) accounting information systems has a positive and significant effect on company performance (3) internal control has a positive and significant effect on company performance

scholarly journals PENERAPAN SISTEM INFORMASI AKUNTANSI DAN PENGENDALIAN INTERNAL TERHADAP KECURANGAN AKUNTANSI PADA BANK PERKREDITAN RAKYAT KOTA BATAM

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 7
Author(s):  
Dian Efriyenty
Keyword(s):  
Information Systems ◽  
Internal Control ◽  
Accounting Information ◽  
Internal Controls ◽  
Accounting Fraud ◽  
Accounting Information Systems

The phenomenon associated with the occurrence of fraud in BPR is that it is closely related to the role of BPR internal control, which does not systematically oversee leadership in monitoring, evaluating and reporting all processes and stages of activities. As in the case of an error at BPR Nusamba, one of the employees who collects savings and credit installments, must be deposited with client money but extortion occurs on BPR Nusamba cash, with the amount of money reaching Rp 115,429,909. The sample of this study was respondents who received authority in the use of funds in 27 BPR Batam City units. The results of the study stated that partially and simultaneously the application of accounting information systems and internal controls significantly influence accounting fraud.

Internal Controls: A Compendium of Short Cases

2010 ◽  
Vol 25 (4) ◽  
pp. 741-754 ◽  
Author(s):  
Constance M. Lehmann
Keyword(s):  
Control System ◽  
Information Systems ◽  
Internal Control ◽  
New Technology ◽  
Accounting Information ◽  
Internal Audit ◽  
Remote Access ◽  
Accounting Information Systems ◽  
Sarbanes Oxley ◽  
Internal Control System

ABSTRACT: The importance of a strong internal control system is a central theme in auditing and accounting information systems courses, taking on even more importance with the enactment of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002. Effective enterprise governance, the fulfillment of management objectives, and minimizing the opportunity for fraudulent activity are positively associated with the strength of the internal control system of a company (Peterson and Zikmund 2004). Six short, open-ended internal control cases are presented here. One or more of the cases can be utilized in auditing or accounting information systems courses. These cases address the following control issues: (1) hiring practices, (2) weaknesses in credit authorization procedures, (3) benefits and risks of new technology, (4) benefits and risks of remote access, (5) disaster recovery/business continuity plans, and (6) procedures for employee reimbursements. The cases can be used in small group or individual settings in traditional auditing classes, auditing classes with IT or internal audit emphasis, or accounting information systems classes.

scholarly journals Topics for the Accounting Information Systems Course: A Dual Perspective Approach from Educators and Employers

2019 ◽  
Vol 14 (1) ◽  
pp. 36-55 ◽  
Author(s):  
Margaret Garnsey ◽  
Necip Doganaksoy ◽  
Elaine Phelan
Keyword(s):  
Information Systems ◽  
Communication Systems ◽  
Accounting Information ◽  
Past Research ◽  
Internal Controls ◽  
Internet Communication ◽  
Accounting Information Systems ◽  
Sarbanes Oxley ◽  
Dual Perspective ◽  
Rapid Pace

ABSTRACT Researchers have studied which topics to address in the Accounting Information Systems (AIS) curriculum since the 1980s. Although previous studies have identified several core topics, they have noted that the rapid pace of technology calls for continued research. This study extends prior research by surveying and comparing the views of employers and AIS educators. Even though educators consistently rated the AIS topics higher in our survey than employers did, we find a general agreement between the two groups as to the relative importance of the topics. Educators and employers concur on core AIS topics, including spreadsheet skills, internal controls, and transaction processing/cycles and general ledger reporting. This is consistent with past research. On the other hand, the following areas have gained prominence among educators and employers: Sarbanes Oxley, encryption, SQL, ERP systems, Internet communication systems, and e-commerce. The findings of this study will assist AIS faculty in determining which content will be the most relevant to accounting majors.

Internal Control, Manager’s Competency, Management Accounting Information Systems and Good Corporate Governance: Evidence from Rural Banks in Indonesia

2020 ◽  
pp. 097215092091984 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ilham Hidayah Napitupulu
Keyword(s):  
Corporate Governance ◽  
Information Systems ◽  
Internal Control ◽  
Management Accounting ◽  
Accounting Information ◽  
Internal Controls ◽  
Survey Method ◽  
Accounting Information Systems ◽  
Good Corporate Governance

This research was inspired by the rules of the Financial Services Authority (FSA) in Indonesia regarding the necessity for good corporate governance for rural banks (RB). So far, good corporate governance regulations have only been binding on commercial banks, but with the development and expansion of services and increased business volume of rural banks, the risk of rural banks has also increased, so this has encouraged the need for good corporate governance in rural banks. To achieve the application of good corporate governance, the quality of a management accounting information system (MAIS) is needed which is supported by the effectiveness of internal controls and manager’s competency. The method used is the explanatory survey method. The sample technique uses random sampling from the target population of the study—as many as 54 rural banks in the North Sumatra Province of Indonesia with a total sample of 45 rural banks. Respondents who are targeted are parties related to management accounting information systems, namely the board of directors or operational managers. Data obtained directly through research questionnaires were processed using Statistical Product and Service Solutions (SPSS) applications. This study found that the competencies of managers affect the quality of MAIS in rural banks, while the effectiveness of internal controls has no effect. This study also found that manager’s competency and the effectiveness of internal controls had an effect on the application of the principles of good corporate governance in rural banks if mediated by the quality of MAIS.

The Evaluation of Application Controls in Accounting Software: A Short Instructional Case

2007 ◽  
Vol 21 (2) ◽  
pp. 87-98 ◽  
Author(s):  
Constance M. Lehmann ◽  
Cynthia D. Heagy ◽  
Carolyn Strand Norman
Keyword(s):  
Information Systems ◽  
Internal Control ◽  
Potential Risk ◽  
Software Package ◽  
Accounting Information ◽  
Accounting Information Systems ◽  
Central Topic ◽  
Sarbanes Oxley ◽  
Accounting Software

Internal control is a central topic in auditing and accounting information systems courses and is even more important since enactment of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002. The purpose of this case is to help students identify whether appropriate controls exist by attempting to execute unauthorized or improper transactions in a popular accounting software package. Students then compose a memo to summarize and explain the results of their transactions. This case helps students (1) identify application controls, (2) think about controls that may be weak, missing, or violated by an employee, and (3) consider and document potential risk exposures to an organization.

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