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| Author : | Jae K. Shim, Ph.D., CPA |
| Course Length : | Pages: 65 ||| Review Questions: 23 ||| Final Exam Questions: 30 |
| CPE Credits : | 6.0 |
| IRS Credits : | 0 |
| Price : | $53.95 |
| Passing Score : | 70% |
| Course Type: | NASBA QAS - Text - NASBA Registry |
| Primary Subject-Field Of Study: | Computer Software & Applications - Computer Software & Applications for Course Id 1584 |
| Description : | The course covers what every accountant should know about computers, information systems and technology. The practical and efficient use of computer technology is highlighted. Popular accounting, compliance, tax, and audit software packages are discussed, along with trends in the computer market. The importance of information systems and data protection, data bases, client/server computing, and cloud computing are discussed, with an emphasis on security issues. The course also teaches you how to make lease-rent-purchase decisions and analyze and evaluate information technology (IT) investments. |
| Usage Rank : | 0 |
| Release : | 2021 |
| Version : | 1.0 |
| Prerequisites : | None. |
| Experience Level : | Overview |
| Additional Contents : | Complete, no additional material needed. |
| Additional Links : |
Information Management Technology (IMT)
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| Advance Preparation : | None. |
| Delivery Method : | QAS Self Study |
| Intended Participants : | Anyone needing Continuing Professional Education (CPE). |
| Revision Date : | 01-Mar-2022 |
| NASBA Course Declaration : | Participants must complete the final examination within one year of purchase and with a minimum passing grade of 70% or better to receive CPE credit unless otherwise noted on the Course History page (i.e. California Ethics must score 90% or better). After logging in click on the Course History links on your My Courses page for the Begin date and Expire date for the Final Exam. |
| Approved Audience : | NASBA QAS - Text - NASBA Registry - 1584 |
| Keywords : | Computer Software & Applications, Accountants, Guide, Computers, Information, Technology, v11, cpe, cpa, online course |
| Learning Objectives : |
Chapter 1
2. Recognize characteristics of accounting, tax, and audit software. 3. Recognize the purpose of eXtensible business reporting language (XBRL). Chapter 2
2. Identify the value of managerial software and cash management software. Chapter 3
2. Recognize failure points for a computer system. 3. Recognize appropriate protective steps for software modification. Chapter 4
2. Identify business benefits from cloud computing. 3. Identify protective steps for network environments. Chapter 5
2. Recognize database types and terminology. Chapter 6
2. Recognize the effect of taxes and the Modified Accelerated Cost Recovery System (MACRS) on capital budgeting decisions. |
| Course Contents : | Chapter 1: Accounting Information Systems and Packages Learning Objectives Accounting Information Systems Online Accounting Systems Accounting Software Module Descriptions Market Leaders Selecting Accounting Software Write-Up Software Compliance Software Compliance Software Products Tax Preparation Software Market Leaders Audit Software Auditing Audit Software Spreadsheets Web-Based Accounting Systems Implementing Web-based Accounting Systems eXtensible Business Reporting Language (XBRL) How Companies Create Xbrl Statements Applications of XBRL Chapter 1 Review Questions Chapter 2: Computer Software in Managerial Accounting Learning Objectives Activity-Based Costing (ABC) Software Cash Flow Forecasting Software Forecasting and Statistical Software Templates Add-ins Stand-Alone Programs Budgeting and Planning Software Project Planning and Management Linear Programming A Caveat Selecting a Software Package Checklist Chapter 2 Review Questions Chapter 3: Information Security and Data Protection Learning Objectives System Failures The Security Administrator Establishing a Security Policy Physical Security and Data Security Destroying Data Environmental Considerations Maintenance and Preventive Care Water Alert Systems Static Electricity Humidity Control Fire Protection Access Controls Hardware Security Software Development Security Password Security Audit Trail Disaster Recovery Contingency Planning Legal Issues Chapter 3 Review Questions Chapter 4: The Accountant and the Networked Environment Learning Objectives Client/Servers Changing Technology Cloud Computing Things to Consider Before Moving to Cloud-Based Services Specific Applications and Examples Open-Source Software Internet of Things The Big Data Opportunity Blockchain Technology Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) Future Trends Network and Internet Security Concerns Network Security Advanced Authentication Internet Security Threats Different Types of Internet Threats Security Challenges Chapter 4 Review Questions Chapter 5: The Accountant and Database Management Systems Learning Objectives Database Security Database Types and Terminology Chapter 5 Review Questions Chapter 6: Information Systems and Financial Analysis Learning Objectives Evaluating Technical Investments What are the Types of Investment Projects? What are the Features of Investment Projects? Understanding the Concept of Time Value of Money How Do You Measure Investments in Technology? 1. Payback Period 2. Net Present Value 3. Internal Rate of Return How Do Income Taxes Affect Investment Decisions? How to Calculate After-Tax Cash Flows How Does MACRS Affect Investment Decisions? What to Know About the Cost of Capital Cost of Debt Cost of Common Stock Cost of Retained Earnings Measuring the Overall Cost of Capital Lease-Purchase-Rent Decisions Economic Feasibility Study for a New Information System Chapter 6 Review Questions Glossary |
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