A survey of 96 colleges and universities in Pennsylvania received 42 responses indicating that there is not currently a major emphasis on microcomputers in accounting, particularly for reasons of insufficient time, lack of quality software, and cost of equipment. (SK)

With microcomputers becoming more readily available and the forecast for a growing need for a computer literate society, business education teachers should be ready and willing to accept the challenge of preparing students for the information age. (Author)

The secondary accounting curriculum must be modified to include computers and software. Educators must be aware of the computer skills needed on the job and of the accounting software that is available. Software selection must be tailored to fit the curriculum and the time available. (JOW)

Describes applications of microcomputers to aspects of accounting and auditing, including such areas as financial statements, recordkeeping, and operations analysis. (SK)

Examines the impact of introducing data processing in middle-level accountancy training programs in Botswana. Hardware and software considerations for the program are also examined. Since the beginning of the program, some 300 students have been trained in accounting. (JN)

Discusses microcomputer instruction as an addition to the accounting curriculum and various elements to consider: equipment configuration needed, instructor training, adapting the microcomputer to the classroom, and outcomes of microcomputer use. (CT)

A survey of businesses (n=42) determined hiring practices and job responsibilities of entry-level accountants and found out the course content, computer application requirements, and qualities needed. Results indicate that beginning accounting employees need to be technically literate, strong communicators, and problem solvers. (JOW)

Provides a step-by-step approach for administrators to follow when becoming aquainted with their first computer. (MD)

A microcomputer-controlled system for instrument processing and billing for complex analytical instruments funded by multiple sources in the University of California at Berkeley's College of Chemistry is described and its potential applications in other administrative situations are outlined. (MSE)

The curriculum revision of accounting and office practice programs at the National Technical Institute for the Deaf at Rochester Institute of Technology through infusion of data processing skills is described. Discusses the first-year core curriculum, and second- and third-year curricula. (CT)

A Minnesota school district uses microcomputers for many functions including a copier control system and an energy management system. (MLF)

Description of statewide multiple-password subscription service offered to users of Dialog Information Services by the Maine State Library discusses cost effectiveness and billing procedures. A microcomputer program for a TRS-80 Model III used to formulate each member's monthly billing from the main Dialog bill is included. (EJS)

Describes a study that assessed the impact of microcomputer use on the computer literacy of high school accounting students. Results indicated that the computer literacy of the group exposed to microcomputers changed more from pre- to posttest than it did for the group not exposed to microcomputers. (NRJ)

Preparing a microcomputer electronic spreadsheet containing all relevant school district budgetary information is possible with currently available hardware and software (such as Lotus 1-2-3), despite random-access-memory limitations. Spreadsheets can provide financial summaries, inventory-control listings, scheduling alternatives,…

The growing awareness and availability of business application software at small business prices and the creation of a unique national computer training consortium has motivated one community college district to promote more non-credit, short-term training opportunities in accounting software. Rationale for and development of these opportunities…