Using A Capstone Accounting Information Systems Course For Assessment And The Development Of Team Skills

Abstract

Oversight bodies have called for assessment of student outcomes, and employers of accounting majors have called for better skill sets, including the ability to work effectively in a team.  This paper describes a required capstone course in the Accounting Information Systems (AIS) major that utilizes a field experience/team project to develop and assess students’ skills.  The course and the rationale for its components are described and detailed team project guidelines, sample projects, and assessment matrix are provided.