Course Overview
This course enables students to effectively identify and utilize the complex systems and applications used in the accounting sector. Students will gain hands-on knowledge that will enable them to analyze and implement accounting systems within the framework of modern business environments, including privacy, security, and control systems needed to ensure client confidentiality and strategic advantage through the use of IT. This course qualifies as a prerequisite for entrance into the Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) Professional Education Program (PEP).
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
4.0
Domestic fees
$987.60
International fees are typically 3.4 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
ANALYZE BUSINESS SYSTEMS
- Contrast general Business Information Systems & Architectures
- Differentiate the nature, type, and uses of information within an entity
- Evaluate processing modes (batch, online, etc.)
- Outline the types of networks (local area, wide area, wireless)
- Select key hardware components of a system
ASSESS APPLICATIONS
- Combine software systems, including operating systems and communication systems
- Differentiate multiple types of application software
- Select web-based applications
- Propose open-source, in-house, and proprietary application solutions
- Construct MS Access databases to organize data
CATEGORIZE SECURITY AND CONTROL COMPONENTS
- Assess the role of IT security in the business
- Demonstrate data integrity, privacy, confidentiality, and security principles
- Propose security components of a system
- Categorize multiple levels of controls (access, application, system)
- Contrast automated controls vs. manual controls
- Evaluate processing controls and program change controls
- Implement trust services (Web and System)
- Interpret the role of IT in information reporting, including real-time access, remote access, information dashboards, spreadsheets, report generation, and XBRL (eXtensible Business Reporting Language)
Effective as of Spring/Summer 2015
Related Programs
Accounting Information Systems (ACCG 5150) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
School of Business + Media
- Professional Accounting
Advanced Diploma Full-time/Part-time
Course Offerings
Fall 2026
Below is one offering of ACCG 5150 for the Fall 2026 term.
CRN 44206
Dates
Sep 07 - Dec 14 Loading
- CRN 44206
- $987.60 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 07 | Mon | 18:00 - 22:00 | Burnaby SE06 Rm. 108 |
| Sep 14 | Mon | 18:00 - 22:00 | Online |
| Sep 21 | Mon | 18:00 - 22:00 | Burnaby SE06 Rm. 108 |
| Sep 28 | Mon | 18:00 - 22:00 | Online |
| Oct 05 | Mon | 18:00 - 22:00 | Burnaby SE06 Rm. 108 |
| Oct 12 | Mon | 18:00 - 22:00 | Online |
| Oct 19 | Mon | 18:00 - 22:00 | Burnaby |
| Oct 26 | Mon | 18:00 - 22:00 | Online |
| Nov 02 | Mon | 18:00 - 22:00 | Burnaby SE06 Rm. 108 |
| Nov 09 | Mon | 18:00 - 22:00 | Online |
| Nov 16 | Mon | 18:00 - 22:00 | Burnaby SE06 Rm. 108 |
| Nov 23 | Mon | 18:00 - 22:00 | Online |
| Nov 30 | Mon | 18:00 - 22:00 | Burnaby SE06 Rm. 108 |
| Dec 07 | Mon | 18:00 - 22:00 | Online |
| Dec 14 | Mon | 18:00 - 22:00 | Burnaby |
Duration
15 weeks
Instructor
Juan Azmitia
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Class WILL be held for the following dates: September 7 (Labour Day) October 12 (Thanksgiving Day) This course fulfills the CPA requirement for Information Technology. This course CANNOT be transferred into the Accounting or Finance diploma. Material for these weeks will be covered through the use of recorded lectures. The following dates will be HELD IN-PERSON at the Burnaby Campus: Monday, September 7 Monday, September 21 Monday, October 5 Monday, October 19 Midterm Exam: October 19 Monday, November 2 Monday, November 16 Monday, November 30 Monday, December 14 Final Exam: December 14 You will be expected to be available and online on the posted days and times shown on your registration schedule. It is important you have a stable and consistent internet connection to access course content. Course content, type and quality of assignments, and general standards for this online course are the same as classroom courses. To be successful in this online course, plan to spend 7-10 hours per week on your studies, or more if it’s a condensed course, starting Week 1. Important course information will be sent to your myBCIT account prior to your course start date.
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