Managing Information Technology

Description

Decision making in accounting and finance is enabled by information technology. This subject examines the concepts, tools and application of information technology in organisations by and for accounting and finance professionals. The focus is on enabling effective and efficient decisions, and enhancing productivity in accounting and finance practice. This subject seeks to empower accounting and finance professionals to advance from user to strategic owner of a firm’s IT resources. Teaching Period: 5 January 2026 to 13 February 2026 Assessment Information: Semester 2 Description Timing Percentage In-class participation Throughout the semester 10% Individual written assignment 1000 words From Week 6 to Week 8 20% Group assignment (6000 words equivalent, in groups of 4-5 students) 1200-1500 words (equivalent) From Week 9 to Week 12 30% End-of-semester examination 2 hours During the examination period 40% Summer Term Description Timing Percentage In-class participation Throughout the teaching period 10% Individual written assignment 1000 words From Week 3 to Week 4 20% Group assignment (6000 words equivalent, in groups of 4-5 students) 1200-1500 words (equivalent) From Week 5 to Week 6 30% End-of-term examination (in-person) 2 hours During the examination period 40%