Accounting and Enterprise Business Systems

MGMT X 420.18

Receive hands-on experience in a computer lab on how to best utilize enterprise business software, often referred to as ERP Systems or Automated Accounting packages.

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What you can learn.

Get information on the selection and implementation of e-business software, including negotiating contracts
Learn about different approaches for automating accounting, database design, operating procedures, and internal controls

About this course:

This course, which takes place in a computer lab, covers the features and functions of Enterprise Business Software, often referred to as ERP Systems or Automated Accounting packages. The course covers the basic structure of these packages, order-to-cash process, procure-to-pay process and financial management process. Instruction includes the following modules: general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, order entry, inventory, purchasing and executive information. The course touches briefly on manufacturing issues. Other topics include different approaches to automating accounting, database design, operating procedures and internal controls. Participants learn several tips on the selection and implementation of e-business software, including contract negotiations, and are provided hands-on computer experience with various high-end accounting packages.

Prerequisites

MGMT X 1A and MGMT X 1B Principles of Financial Accounting or consent of instructor.