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Accounting Information Systems(Buss 344) Question Paper

Accounting Information Systems(Buss 344) 

Course:Business Administration

Institution: Kenya Methodist University question papers

Exam Year:2012



TIME: 2 HOURS

INSTRUCTIONS
Answer question one and any other two questions.
Question One
Briefly describe three tasks of Accounting Information System.
(AIS). (6 Marks)

Explain three red flag indicators that might point to the existence of Fraud in sales cycle.
(6 Marks)

Briefly explain four factors to consider in choosing an accounting package.
(8 Marks)

Explain any two input controls and three processing controls.
(5 Marks)

Describe two career opportunities in accounting information systems.
(6 Marks)

Question Two
Discuss the benefits and risks associated with the implementation of enterprise resource planning systems.
(12 Marks)
Explain the role of information technology in financial and managerial accounting.
(8 Marks)

Question Three
Define the following terms;
(6 Marks)
Business process reengineering.
Internal control systems.
Faults tolerant system.
Highlight the four main objectives of internal controls.
(6 Marks)

Explain four ways of mitigating computer crimes and fraud.
(8 Marks)

Question Four
Explain any four computer audit techniques.
(10 Marks)

Explain five methods used by criminals to obtain personal data.
(10 Marks)

Question Five
Describe the role of the following people involved in Accounting Systems development;
(9 Marks)
Accountants.
Top management.
Steering committee.
What are the benefits and risks of outsourcing accounting information systems services?
(11 Marks)






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