Question

Is IT really important for understanding how AISs operate. Is this the only skill valued by employers? How important do you think analytical thinking skills and writing skills are?Discuss and elaborate.

Answer 1

AIS- Accounting information system is a process of collecting, storing and processing the accounting data for decision making.

I do not think that IT is the only skill that is really important, yes, it is important as people who have IT skills, can operate computers and learn easily how the AIS works. They should have other skills also for better utilization of AIS. These skills are:

Analytical skills- Analytical skills are problems solving skills, people with analytical skills, analyze the issues closely. These skills allow a person to evaluate and difference between simple and complex problem. These skills include; critical thinking, problem solving, researching etc.

Writing skills- Words tell a lot, If a person has good writing skills, he can impress anybody with the magic of his words. A person should know the grammar, punctuations, text style, format of accounts, content style etc. He should have impressive writing skills because reports are presented to the management, key people and even in the public domain so writing skills play a great role.