The impact of accounting information system on the performance Of the Non-Governmental organizations (Ngos): a case study of: pride Uganda, Entebbe Branch
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2011-06
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Kampala International University, College of Economics and Management
Abstract
The 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.
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A research dissertation submitted to the School Of Business and Management in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the A ward of a Degree of Bachelor of Business Administration of Kampala International University
Keywords
Accounting, Information, Systems