Abstract
This study examines the effect of computer technology on the accounting profession, specifically focusing on how it affects accountants in their professional roles. The research aims to explore various aspects of how computers influence the work of accountants.
Several hypotheses were developed for this investigation:
1. Computers have no effect on the accounting profession.
2. Computers do not perform tasks with the speed and accuracy that would significantly ease the workload of accounting staff.
3. Computers are not a beneficial tool for accountants.
The study extensively discusses the ways in which computers have benefited accountants, including an overview of different types and generations of computers. It also highlights common challenges encountered due to the introduction of computers in accounting and related fields.
The structure of the study is as follows: Chapter One provides an introduction to the research. Chapter Two reviews relevant literature from textbooks, newspaper articles, and journals. Chapter Three outlines the research methodology. Chapter Four presents and analyzes the data, followed by its interpretation. Finally, Chapter Five contains the conclusions drawn from the research and offers recommendations. Given the frequent use of technical terminology, a glossary of terms is included.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Title page
Certification
Dedication
Acknowledgement
Abstract
Table of contents
Chapter one
1.0 Introduction
1.1 Manual data processing system
1.2 state of problem
1.3 objective of the study
1.4 significance of the study
1.5 delimitation of the study
1.6 Scope limitation of the study
1.7 Research Questions
1.8 Research hypothesis
1.9 Definition of terms
Chapter two
2.0 Review of related literature
2.1 a brief history of computer
1.2 Definition of computer
1.3 Types of computer
1.4 Components of computer system
1.5 Varieties of computers
1.6 Functions /uses of computers
1.7 Computer programs / programming language
1.8 Files and files processing
1.9 System analysis and design
1.10 How to match computers and accounting software
1.11 Computer crime
1.12 What is computer fraud
Chapter three
3.0 Methodology of the study
3.1 Method of data collection
1.2 Population and sample size
1.3 Sample design
1.4 Method of data analysis and interpretation.
Chapter four
4.0 Data presentation and analysis
4.1 Presentation of data and analysis
4.2 Test of Hypothesis
Chapter five
5.0 Summary of findings, recommendation and conclusion
5.1 Summary of findings
5.2 Recommendation
5.3 Conclusion
APPENDIX
QUESTIONNAIRE
BIBLIOGRAPHY