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- ItemAccounting ethical practices and financial reporting quality of manufacturing companies in uganda, a case study of Mukwano group of companies:(Kampala International University, College of Economics and Management., 2019-09) Odong, Amisi
- ItemAccounting information systems and financial performance of commercial banks in Uganda: a case study of dfcu bank, main branch Kampala(Kampala International University, College of Economics and Management., 2019-09) Primah, TumuhimbiseThe study objective of the study was to determine the effect of accounting information system on the financial performance of commercial banks in Uganda using a case study of dfc bank, kampala. The objectives were to determine the effect computerized accounting information system on financial performance of commercial banks. to assess the effect of manual accounting information systems on financial performance of commercial banks and to determine the effect of internal accounting system control on financial performance of commercial banks. the study was conducted in dfcu bank from 40 respondents who were the employees. the data was collected using closed ended questionnaires, the analysis took the use of descriptive statistics of mean and standard deviation and correlation analysis. the study findings indicate that there is a significant relationship between computerized accounting information systems on financial performance of commercial banks, since the sig. value (0.048). there no significant relationship between manual accounting information systems on financial performance of commercial banks, since the sig. value (0.386). there is a significant relationship between internal controls accounting information systems on financial performance of commercial banks, since the sig. value (0.039). the study concluded that having proper accounting systems of computerization contribute to financial performance of dfcu bank. the results also indicate that the manual accounting system usage was having a low contribution or influence to financial performance of dfcu bank. the study on the third objective concludes that the proper accounting internal systems enabled the organization to work for profitability of the organization. the study concludes that accounting information system in dfcu bank contributes to financial performance of the bank though loopholes in accounting information are viewed and seen. The study recommends that computerized accounting systems need to be enhanced, developed and improved in order to enable the organization attain its proper functionality and accountability. computerized systems need to be enhanced with the mode of the proper software that enable proper decision making in the organizations. the organization should increase the use of accounting information in marketing decisions in bringing in new product into the market, increasing sales volume and in taking better marketing strategies. on the third objective, the management need to adequately identify and manage duties including providing means to the operations of the organization through well determined duty operations and provision of an adequate auditing mechanism for the organization.
- ItemAccounting information systems and profitability of a business entity: a case of Uganda Book Shop(Kampala International University: College of Economics and Management Sciences, 2011-06) Mukasa, John KiyingiThis research study was basically on accounting information systems and profitability of an institution. Emphasis made on types of businesses and their accounting information systems, users of the accounting information, differences between management accounting and financial accounting during discussion making. The accounting concepts/rules, purpose of financial statements, profitability and cash flows, General accepted accounting principles (GAAP), professional ethics and how the financial statements are related to profits of an organization. The researcher in carrying out the study was guided by the following research objectives (i) To find out whether accounting information systems have an impact on the profits of the business entity (ii) To find out the different accounting methods used by business entity (s) a case of Uganda Bookshop (iii)To ascertain the necessary qualities of an accounting information system (vi) To find out the relationship between financial accounting and management accounting and profitability of the business. The researcher used a non-probabilistic sampling method, using questionnaires and interview as major investment for data collection. However, the researcher chose Uganda Book Shop (Kampala Branch) as an area of study because it's a business entity which aims at profit maximization and therefore has in place an accounting information system to ascertain its profits and therefore find out whether the accounting information systems can influence the level of profits of that organization. The findings of the study indicated that accounting information systems such as following accounting convention/rules when preparing organizations accounts, financial statements preparations, using an external certified public accountants (CAP), practicing management accounting, following professional ethics when handling business accounts and following Generally accepted accounting standards (GAAP) can promote the profitability of Uganda Bookshop. In order for the bookshop to improve further on its profitability if should know the users of its accounts for proper decision making, should make research on other factor s that may affect the profitability other than accounting information systems for example promotion of sales, employee's motivation.
- ItemAccounting record keeping and performance of small enterprises. A case study (Mukono district)(Kampala International University,School of Business and Management, 2006-08) Tusingwire, Timothy
- ItemComputerized accounting systems and financial performance of commercial banks in Kampala: a case study of DFCU bank- Nsambya Branch(Kampala International University, College of Economics and Management, 2014-04) Idd, ShakilaAs the intensity of computer use in business has greatly improved over the years, this has helped commercial institutions to improve on their overall financial positions by promoting transparency, accountability and efficiency through faster capturing, processing and communication in information. However, despite the high levels of computerization in place, banks are still un able to deliver real time services to customers which result from high costs of employee training and programming procedures, high initial costs of acquiring hardware and installation of computer systems. The purpose of the study was to evaluate the influence of computerized accounting systems and financial performance of commercial banks in Uganda. The study objectives were to examine the application of computerized accounting systems on the performance in commercial banks in Uganda, to establish the performance of commercial banks in Uganda as well as to establish the relationship between computerized accounting systems and the performance of the bank. The study used a cross-sectional research design which was often used in assessing respondents' views towards the effects of computerized accounting systems on financial performance of commercial banks. The study results revealed that in spite of the costs and system failures, computerization of accounting systems has a positive significance on the performance of the bank. These positive impacts include reliability and regularity of reports produced quality information and improved service delivery. Findings revealed that computerized accounting systems lead to a considerable change in reduction of errors hence attaining accuracy, increased business capacity and improved efficiency in terms of service delivery The researcher recommends that accounting systems should be more computerized to a greater extent and there should be proper training of bank staff on modern basic skills in computers and management principles.
- ItemThe impact of accounting information system on the performance Of the Non-Governmental organizations (Ngos): a case study of: pride Uganda, Entebbe Branch(Kampala International University, College of Economics and Management, 2011-06) Banjwalire, AugustineThe topic was based on the effects of Accounting Information Systems on the Performance ofNon-govemmental organization (NGO). The objectives of the study were to investigate the relationship between Accounting Information Systems and Performance of the Non-governmental organization, to investigate the effects of Accounting Information Systems on the Performance of Non-governmental organization (NGO), the difference between computer hardware and computer software and principles of Accounting Information Systems. The research design used was descriptive in nature because the study was aimed at describing the effects of AIS on the Performance of Non-governmental organizations (NGOs). Both qualitative and quantitative research designs were used. The research was carried out using different methods through instruments such as Interviews, direct observation, questionnaire. A sample size of 30 respondents was selected by the researcher from different departments. Out of the 30 informants or respondents, 15 were men and 15 were female as there was gender balance within the organization. The findings of the study showed the presence of Accounting Information Systems and its principles guiding its use in Pride Uganda, Entebbe branch which had led to the average Performance of the Non-governmental organization (NGO) at Pride Uganda. There was evidence of Accounting Information Systems promising on service delivery and to maximize contributions if principles were adopted by various development partners such as Donor staff, Local Government authorities, employees and the community at large. The research recommends continuous monitoring of employees; need to recruit well qualified staff, carrying out either internal and external audits or checks, encouraging quarterly meetings so as to increase awareness and appreciation of the need to have Accounting Information System in place. In conclusion, it was evident that Accounting Information Systems had a lot of tremendous effects on the Performance of the Organization especially at Pride Uganda, Entebbe branch as responded by over 73% of the respondents.
- ItemThe impact of accounting techniques on performance of Centenary Bank: case study of the Centenary Bank Kabalagala branch(Kampala International University, College of Economics and Management Science, 2013-04) Akugizibwe, AsabaThe study examined the impact of accounting techniques and performance of centenary bank with a case study of kabalagala branch which has a total population of 60 employees in all departments from which the sample size of 52 respondents was randomly selected. The study was quantitative since the major findings from the field were descriptively presented through the use of tables and graphs for easy understanding and interpretation. The study had four research questions and four objectives which included; Evaluating the relationship between accounting techniques on performance of centenary bank, Examining the accounting techniques used in centenary bank, the ability of centenary bank to record, interpret, analyze and report financial information, impacts of accounting techniques on performance of centenary bank. Using a cross sectional survey design in which the survey questionnaire and interview guide were used to collect the required data, the study was able to make the following findings.; The female gender is highest with 71.2% , 57.3% of the respondents were in the age group 30-39 and 51.9% of the respondents were degree holders. The research findings revealed that accounting techniques are very important to performance of centenary bank as indicated by 94.2% of the respondents and the leading impact of accounting techniques is the overall improvement in the day to day financial management and capturing customers' transactions correctly. The research also revealed that there is a close relationship between accounting techniques and the performance of centenary bank. The researches also found out that a great percentage of the respondents (96.1 %) have appreciable knowledge of operation or use of the computer for originating, maintaining and recording transactions accurately. The researcher therefore recommended the following to realize the positive impacts of accounting techniques on centenary bank: 1. Ensuring close working relationship among the different departments in centenary bank, 2. Ensuring that the principles and standard governing accounting profession are closely followed., 3. Ensuring that there is maximum customer care within the centenary bank, this will increase customer satisfaction and loyalty