ACCOUNTING INFORMATION AND ITS ROLE IN THE MANAGEMENT OF BUSINESS ORGANIZATION (A CASE STUDY OF FIRST BANK PLC)

ABSTRACT: This research project aims to investigate the significance of Accounting Information and its role in the management of a business organisation. During the course of this study, particular attention was given to the banking sector. To effectively illustrate this, the researcher selected First Bank Plc, Agbor Road Branch as a case study.

Chapter one of this study provides an overview of the background, statement of the problems, hypothesis, objectives, significance, limitations, scope, and definition of terms. Chapter two provides a comprehensive literature review, offering a detailed explanation of accounting information and related concepts. It covers topics such as the definition of accounting, the nature of accounting information, the various users of accounting information, the components of an accounting information system, effective implementation strategies for accounting information systems, and the key characteristics of accounting information. 

Chapter three provides an overview of the research methodology, including topics such as the population of the study, sample size, and the instrument used for data collection. Chapter four focuses exclusively on the analysis and interpretation of data, specifically pertaining to the findings. Chapter five of the report centres on the summary of findings, conclusions, and recommendations.