Course Title: Introduce cloud computing into business operations
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2021
Course Code: BUSM8843C
Course Title: Introduce cloud computing into business operations
School: 650T Vocational Business Education
Campus: City Campus
Program: C4398 - Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping
Course Contact: Doug Gourlay
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 5944
Course Contact Email: doug.gourlay@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Paul Lim
Please send an email to make an appointment to talk to the teacher.
Nominal Hours: 50
Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to understand the fundamentals of internet computing and cloud services. It involves undertaking a basic review of business computing needs and identifying options for introducing cloud computing services into a small business or work area in an organisation.
It applies to individuals who use problem-solving skills and take responsibility for adopting and promoting approaches to improve business operations.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
BSBSMB412 Introduce cloud computing into business operations |
Element: |
1. Review computing needs in the business |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Review current computing resources and use, and document according to business requirements 1.2 Identify and discuss future computing needs and potential improvements to business operations with relevant people 1.3 Collate information collected in review, and summarise business computing needs |
Element: |
2. Investigate cloud computing services to meet business needs |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Research fundamentals of cloud computing, types of services offered, and their costs 2.2 Seek assistance from specialist advisors as required, to determine relevant cloud computing services 2.3 Undertake basic cost-benefit analysis for introducing cloud computing 2.4 Identify potential opportunities and risks associated with introducing cloud computing 2.5 Prepare a business case for implementing cloud computing services or other required changes, and seek approval where required |
Element: |
3. Develop a plan to introduce cloud computing |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Prioritise introduction of cloud computing, including short-term and longer-term goals 3.2 Prepare a budget catering for short and long-term priorities, following business format and requirements 3.3 Independently or through services of a specialist advisor, outline steps and activities required to introduce cloud computing into the business |
Element: |
4. Support implementation of the plan |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Communicate and promote key features of the plan to others 4.2 Organise training and coaching to maximise cloud computing potential 4.3 Encourage and support individuals and work groups to become more efficient using cloud computing |
Learning Outcomes
Details of Learning Activities
A range of learning activities is planned for this course by using the prescribed textbook including self-paced and collaborative classroom-based activities.
The collaborative classroom-based activities will include question & answer sessions, interactive personal demonstrations of the application of Cloud and Desktop Accounting Software into small business environment.
The self-paced activities will be delivered through various technology platforms, including the use of computerised systems, quizzes & interactive sessions.
Primarily you will be learning on a face to face basis with the support of an online course site for dissemination of materials and some assessments. Students will be expected to attend four hours of class each week in the semester. Students will be introduced to practical activity using Accounting software, which will then be supported by practical illustrations. Students will complete exercises to reinforce their understanding of the material. Solutions will be available in the prescribed textbook or canvas.This course will be delivered through face-to-face classes in which you will participate in group discussions, activities, and exercises. Classroom-based demonstrations and activities are designed to support your learning and provide you with the skills necessary to complete course assessments. It is recommended to utilise each of the scheduled class sessions to get help and feedback about your progress each week before you leave the class.
The course modules have got all the contents for the weekly instructions and you must read the step by step instructions carefully in completing each module's task before stating the class exercise.
You will be expected to commit approximately 4 hours each week to complete each weekly module and all 3 assessments for this unit, due to the possibility of encountering errors, reworking from the start for each task, re-submission, etc, includes class time and outside class time.
You must bring your own personal computer with access to accounting software and have access to the prescribed textbook for each class scheduled.
It is a cluster of two courses :
Introduce Cloud Computing into Business Operations - BSBSMB412 and
Set Up and Operate Computerised Accounting System- FNSACC416
Both of these courses will be delivered simultaneously.
Teaching Schedule
Course Delivery:
Here is the course summary of the unit. It is just to give detailed information about the weekly delivery and the progress of the unit. It provides the information on:
- When classes will be held
- What learning materials and activities need to be completed; and,
- What assessments are due and when
Semester 2 2021
| Week 1 |
Introduction | Welcome and Orientation Going thru all the content in a week 1-course information and guidelines. |
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| Week 2 |
Introduction to Cloud Computing What is Cloud Computing
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Submit Quiz 1 Start Assessment 1 Part A, B & C due in week 5 |
| Week 3 |
Set Up Computerised Accounting System with MYOB 2020.3
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Submit Quiz 2 Submit Weekly Chapter Reports submission Chapter 2 Start Assessment 1 Part A, B & C due in week 5 |
| Week 4 |
Class Demonstration using MYOB 2020.3 textbook Chapter 3 & Chapter 4 Chapter 3 - Spending Money
Chapter 4 - Journal Entries and Petty Cash
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Submit Weekly Chapter Reports submission Chapter 3 Submit Weekly Chapter Reports submission Chapter 4 |
| Week 5 |
Class Demonstration using MYOB 2020.3 textbook Chapter 5 Chapter 5 - Service Income
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Submit Weekly Chapter Reports submission Chapter 5 Assessment 1 Part A, B and C due |
| Week 6 |
Class Demonstration using MYOB 2020.3 textbook Chapter 6 Chapter 6 - Trading Income
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Submit Weekly Chapter Reports submission Chapter 6 |
| Week 7 |
Class Demonstration using MYOB 2020.3 textbook Chapter 7 Chapter 7 - Trading Income
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Submit Weekly Chapter Reports submission Chapter 7 |
| Week 8 |
Class Demonstration using MYOB 2020.3 textbook Chapter 8 Chapter 8 - Setting up MYOB for an existing business
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Submit Weekly Chapter Reports submission Chapter 8 |
😊😎 Mid Semester Break 30 August - 5 September |
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| Week 9 |
Class Demonstration using MYOB 2020.3 textbook Chapter 9 and 12 Chapter 9 - Integration 1 (Sales and Purchases)
Chapter 12 - Financial End of Year Reporting
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Submit Weekly Chapter Reports submission Chapter 9 and 12 |
| Week 10 |
Start Assessment 2: MYOB Practical In Class Assessment Part A You will be allocated 2 class sessions during week 10 and 11 to do this assessment, and complete it at your own time after the class hours. Since you only have 30 days from the date when you start this assessment, you must attempt to submit/resubmit any incomplete assessment within 30 days. It needs to be submitted via Canvas by the end of week 12.
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| Week 11 |
Start Assessment 2: MYOB Practical In Class Assessment Part B & C You will be allocated 1 class sessions during week 11 to do this assessment, and complete it at your own time after the class hours. Since you only have 30 days from the date when you start this assessment, you must attempt to submit/resubmit any incomplete assessment within 30 days. It needs to be submitted via Canvas by the end of week 12.
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| Week 12 |
Introducing Xero Cloud Accounting These Xero resources will be required in week 12 - week 13 only. You only have access to XERO subscription for 12 weeks to complete the two learning activities in the textbook. We will start using Xero in week 12 & 13 only for the first learning activity, then after week 13, you can continue to practice Xero to complete the remainder activity in your own time. You will not be assessed or need to submit any assessment using Xero in this course.
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Assessment 2 MYOB Practical In Class Assessment Part A, B and C due |
| Week 13 |
Introducing Xero Cloud Accounting
We will start using Xero in weeks 12 & 13 only for the first learning activity, then after week 13, you can continue to practice Xero to complete the remainder activity in your own time. |
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| Week 14 |
Cloud Computing: Undertaking a cost-benefit analysis
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Start Assessment 3 Task 1 and 2 |
| Week 15 |
Cloud Computing: Preparing Business Case How to prepare a business case Implementation Plan Training & Coaching |
Start Assessment 3 Task 3 |
| Week 16 | Finalising Assessment Task 3 |
Assessment 3 due |
| Week 17 | Final resubmission & feedback week |
Notes:
Week 1: No scheduled classes, but please watch the Welcome to Intro Accounting video and read the course info in the Week 1 module.
Weeks 2 - 8: Classes for all class groups will be delivered live online using the Collaborate Ultra platform
Weeks 9 - 17: Class groups AC4Q & AC4R will continue with live online classes using the Collaborate Ultra platform
Class groups AC4M, AC4N, AC4P will have face-to-face classes on campus (check timetables for room locations)
** The teaching schedule may be subject to change. You will be advised in class and via Canvas Announcements if changes become necessary.
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Introduce Cloud Computing into Business Operations by Leigh Thomas 1st Edition (January, 2018) |
978-1-925433-98-2 |
Other Resources
Overview of Assessment
Performance Evidence
Evidence of the ability to:
- review and analyse business computing use and needs, including equipment and software requirements
- collect and analyse information about cloud computing including:
- seeking assistance from specialist advisor as required
- performing cost-benefit analysis
- identifying potential risks
- make the business case to introduce cloud computing
- prepare a plan and support others to implement cloud computing.
Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.
Knowledge Evidence
To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:
- explain fundamentals of cloud computing, including key terms and concepts
- outline sources of information about cloud computing for micro or small business, and options specific to the business
- describe how to undertake a cost-benefit analysis and prepare a budget
- summarise business protocols for using services of specialist advisors.
Assessment Conditions
Assessment must be conducted in a safe environment where evidence gathered demonstrates consistent performance of typical activities experienced in the Management and Leadership Small and Micro Business field of work and include access to:
- business equipment and resources
- business technology
- relevant legislation, regulations, standards and codes
- relevant workplace documentation and resources
- case studies or where possible, real situations
- interaction with others.
Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational education and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.
You are advised that you are likely to be asked to personally demonstrate your assessment work to your teacher to ensure that the relevant competency standards are being met.
Feedback
Feedback will be provided throughout the semester in class and/or online discussions. You are encouraged to ask and answer questions during class time and online sessions so that you can obtain feedback on your understanding of the concepts and issues being discussed. Finally, you can email or arrange an appointment with your teacher to gain more feedback on your progress.
You should take note of all feedback received and use this information to improve your learning outcomes and final performance in the course.
Assessment Tasks
There are three assessments in this unit. You must complete all assessments (3 out of 3) to a satisfactory level to be deemed competent in this unit.
Assessment 1
This assessment contains six questions and you must answer all of them in the saved Word document. It is important that when answering these questions, you go thru reading materials from the Week 2 module course notes first and then any materials that will support the assessment with further additional reading, research and completing any unfinished tasks in your own time. (due: as per course syllabus)
Assessment 2
You will be required to set up a new company file by using Accounting Software. You will be creating a General Ledger, Accounts Receivable Ledger, Accounts Payable Ledger and Inventory Ledger using accrual accounting procedures and information in the Policies and Procedures manual. (due: as per course syllabus)
Assessment Instructions
This assessment has three parts:
Part A: Set Up Company File
You are required to create a new company data file and using Accounting software to process transactions and to produce a set of accounting reports relating to organisational requirements, policies and procedures.
There are six (6) individual tasks in this part of the assessment where you need to set up the company, enter all the required transactions, reconcile, print the required reports and backup your company file with the following requirements below.
Part B: Financial Year-End Reporting
You are required to complete the end of financial year rollover and prepare the relevant reports and backup your company file with the following requirements below.
Part C: Technical help issue
You are required to identify two operational problems and technical support solutions to resolve the issues identified.
Assessment 3
The purpose of the assessment is to give you the opportunity to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in reviewing computing needs and creating a plan to implement a cloud computing solution within a small business environment.
Assessment Instructions
What
You are to read the scenario below and answer questions related to the scenario. From here you are required to create a business case for a XERO Cloud Accounting software solution for a small bookkeeping business.
This assessment consists of three (3) tasks;
Task 1 – Company needs analysis
You are required to write a report that outlines the current hardware and software in place, identifies the cloud computing options and solutions for the business and short and long-term goals to implementing cloud solutions.
Task 2 – Cost-benefit analysis
You are required to complete a budget/cost analysis, create a business case (following the 7 steps you have learnt in this course) and prepare a plan to support the implementation of cloud accounting software.
Task 3 – Present business plan
You are required to present the business plan you created in Task 2, you will request feedback on your plan from your peers/teacher. In this presentation, you will need to promote the key features of the plan along with an overview of the cost-benefit analysis.
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix that maps all the assessment is available on CANVAS under Assignments.
All assessments will utilise a competency-based model and will be deemed as either Satisfactory or Not Yet Satisfactory.
Other Information
Submission Requirements:
You should:
- Ensure that you submit assessments on or before the due date.
- Always retain a copy of your assessment tasks. (hard copy and soft copy)
- When you submit work for assessment at RMIT University you need to use the Assessment task document that includes a declaration and statement of authorship.
- Each page of your assessment should include footer with your name, student number, the title of the assessment, unit code and title and page numbers.
Late Submission Procedures:
You are required to submit assessment items and/or ensure performance based assessment is completed by the due dates.
If you are prevented from submitting an assessment item on time, by circumstances outside your control, you may apply in advance to your teacher for an extension to the due date of up to seven calendar days.
More Information: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/extensions-of-time-for-submission-of-assessable-work
Where an extension of greater than seven days is needed, you must apply for Special Consideration. Applications for special consideration must be submitted no later than two working days after the assessment task deadline or scheduled examination.
More Information:https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/special-consideration
Resubmissions (VE Programs):
If you are found to be unsuccessful in a particular Course Assessment Task (or you do not submit/attend) you will be allowed one resubmission. Your teacher will provide feedback regarding what you need to do to improve and will set a new deadline for the resubmission.
If you are still not meeting the assessment requirements you must apply to your Program Manager in writing outlining the steps you will take to demonstrate competence in your course. Your submission will be considered by the Program Team and you will be advised of the outcome as soon as possible.
Grading & re-submissions
Successful re-submissions will contribute to the competency
Adjustments to Assessment:
In certain circumstances students may be eligible for an assessment adjustment. For more information about the circumstances under which the assessment arrangements might be granted please access the following website:
Marking Guide (Competency):
You must demonstrate that you have all the required skills/knowledge/elements in the unit of competency you are studying.
You will receive feedback on each assessment task that will inform you about your progress and how well you are performing.
Marking Guide :
This course is competency based course and there will not be any grading for your assessments.
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