Sixth Observation!!

Today I observed Courtney Sedgwick, a fourth year accounting senior here at Nova. I conducted the observation in a study room on the 3rd floor in the Alvin Sherman Library at Nova Southeastern University. The study room is very small, it is designed for about 4 people. It is a little cold and very quite. To avoid distracting her, I will only be here for about 20 minutes. Courtney has allowed me to interview her while she studies hard for Accounting Information Systems (AIS). AIS is a class specifically designed for accounting major senior that are about to graduate. It teaches them how to use the the more common accounting softwares that are used in the field. In order to get a better sense for how seniors prepare, I asked a few questions on how she studies and the set up of the class.

1. How often and how long do you study for AIS?

"I often read all the chapters before class and do my home work assignments long before they are due so that i can manage my time promptly"

2. How do you prepare for exams?

"I schedule my study time so that I can exactly know what to do on each day. On average I study for about 20 hours prior to the exam"

3. What are the assignments of the class?

"The course assignments include 2 exams, chapter home-works, and projects on Peach Tree (Accounting book keeping software)

4. What challenges arise in the course?

"Well because I have never seen or used an accounting software, Peach Tree can be very difficult to work with. I often have to go to my professor to ask questions on how to use the system with assigned projects."

5. Where does the class take place and how many students are enrolled in the course?

"The class takes place in the Carl De Santis building on the 2nd floor. The professor lectures the course material to the class of 20 students through power point slides and in class examples of how to use Peach Tree."

Courtney is also an active member of the accounting club and is always eager to help fellow undergraduate students in the accounting program by giving them advice and tutoring on course related material. I hope every enjoyed reading and stay tuned often the next post!!