My CV
Aidi B Ahmi
Senior Lecturer - Accounting and Information Systems
[Currently on Study Leave - Doing PhD in Information Systems and Computing Research at Brunel University]
College of Business, FPK Building, Universiti Utara Malaysia
06010 UUM Sintok, Kedah Darul Aman, MALAYSIA
Tel: +604 928 3751 Fax: +604 928 5762
E-Mail: aidi[at]uum.edu.my; aidi.ahmi[at]gmail.com; aidi_e[at]yahoo.com
Academic Background
MSc. Accounting Information Systems (AIS), Leeds Metropoliatan University, Leeds, UK, Accounting Information Systems, 2001
BAcct.(Hons) Universiti Utara Malaysia, Sintok, Kedah, Accounting, 1997
Certifications
Associate Members of The Institute of Internal Auditors Malaysia (IIA), AIIA, 2002
Members of Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA), 27276, 2007
Memberships
Information System Audit and Control Association (ISACA), London Chapter, 2009, International
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Academic Experience
Tutor, UUM (August, 1999 - December, 2001).
International
Placement Student, Airedale National Health Services (NHS) Trust, UK (April, 2001 - September, 2001).
Non-Academic Experience
Audit Executive, Asia Commercial Finance (M) Bhd (December, 1997 - July, 1999). Conduct annual audit at the company head office and its 56 branches located through Malaysia. The scope covers financial, operation and compliance reviews on all financial product offered by the company which include savings, fixed deposit, hire purchase, mortgage loan, housing loan, block discounting and share financing Preparation of audit reports
Conduct malpractice/fraud investigation
Development of Computerised Assisted Audit Tools (CAAT) program:
Working paper design
Exception reporting
Data extraction, analysis and verification
Program maintenance
Supporting other field auditors on ad-hoc request.
CONSULTING
2008: Uniutama Management Holdings Sdn Bhd (UMHSB), Developing a website for UMHSB
2008: Majlis Amanah Rakyat (MARA), Act as consultant and instructor on how to develop a website using popular Content Management System (CMS) Joomla!
2008: Politeknik Sultan Mizan Zainal Abidin (PSMZA), Kuala Terengganu, Act as consultant and instructor on how to develop a website using popular Content Management System (CMS) Joomla!
2008: University Teaching and Learning Center (UTLC), Act as consultant and instructor on how to develop a website using popular Content Management System (CMS) Joomla!
2008: Uniutama Travel and Tours Sdn Bhd (UTTSB), This consultation involved the development of three (3) different online system which include Ticketing and Invoicing System UTTSB, Hotel Registration System for University Inn and Traveling Package Information System.
2007: Majlis Agama Islam Kedah [MAIK], Act as consultant and instructor on how to develop a website using popular Content Management System (CMS) Joomla!
2007: Pusat Perkembangan Kanak-Kanak Tunku Puteri Intan Safinaz UUM (PPKKTPIS), This consultation help the management of PPKKTPIS by developing the system for revenue, expenses, accounting, student and parent databases, student registration system, student attendance systems, library, administration systems as well as a few system for student learning activities.
2006: Majlis Agama Islam Kedah [MAIK], This consultation involve the upgrading of the Wakaf, Bailtulmal, Revenue and Expenditure System for MAIK. A lot of new features have been introduces and a few new modules has been developed including E-Wakaf, E-Salary and E-Claim.
2006: Perbadanan Perpustakaan Awam Kedah (PPAK), Act as a team member, system consultant and programmer for payroll and claim sub system. Design and implement a computerised system to replace existing manual system used for payroll and employee's claim. The outputs from the systems include: Detailed employee records Salary slip and statement Payment voucher Cheques
2006: Pusat Perkembangan Kanak-Kanak Tunku Puteri Intan Safinaz UUM (PPKKTPIS), Consult client on accounting structure for TASKA and implementation of UBS Accounting System for the organisation.
2004: Majlis Agama Islam Kedah [MAIK], Act as a system consultant and programmer Design and implement a computerised system to replace existing manual system used for: Wakaf registration and reporting Faraid registration Baitulmal assets recording and reporting Renting agreement for land and building of wakaf and baitulmal Revenue collection Executive reporting
TEACHING:
Courses Taught
POSTGRADUATE SUBJECTS
TIM5013 - Information Technology for Managers
KAM5033 - Financial Modelling
KAS5033 - IS Control and Audit
UNDERGRADUATE SUBJECTS
KAS3093 - Project on Accounting Information Systems Development
KAS3073 - Accounting Information Systems Management
KAS3053 - Database Management Systems
KAS3043 - System Analysis & Design
KAS2043 - Programming of Accounting Package
KAS2033 - Advanced Accounting Information Systems
KAS2023 - Introduction to Accounting Information Systems
KAE3033 - Web Design & Applications
KAM3023 - Management Accounting 1
KAA2013 - Auditing 1
KAL1013 - Business Accounting
KAX3016 - Practicum
INTELLECTUAL CONTRIBUTIONS:
Refereed Articles
Md Ali, A., Gloeck, J., Ali, A., Ahmi, A., & Sahdan, M. (2007). Internal audit in the state and local governments of Malaysia. Southern African Journal of Accountability and Auditing Research, 7, 25-57.
Md Ali, A., Ahmi, A., Ali, A., Ghazali, M., Gloeck, J., Lee, TH, (2009). Internal audit in the federal organizations of Malaysia: is there light at the end of the long dark tunnel? Southern African Journal of Accountability and Auditing Research, 9, 23-38.
Rosli, K., Ahmi, A., & Mohamad, L. (2009). Resource-Event-Agent (REA) Modelling in Revenue Information System (RiS) Development: Smart Application for Direct-Selling Dealers and SMEs. Journal For The Advancement Of Science & Arts, 1 (1), 43-62.
Refereed Proceedings
Full Paper
Ali, A., Saidin, S., Harun Rasit, M., Ghazali, M., Sahdan, M., Ali, A, Ahmi, A, Lee, TH, (2008). Internal Audit in Federal Government of Malaysia. 1st Parahyangan International Accounting & Business Conference.
Md Ali, A., Saidin, S., Rahim, M., Harun Rasit, M., Ghazali, M., Sahdan, MH., Ali, A., Ahmi, A.,, (2006). Internal Audit in Federal Government Ministries, Departments and Agensies of Malaysia: Preliminary Findings. IIUM International Accounting Conference III (INTACIII).
Ali, A., Saidin, S., Rahim, M., Ghazali, M., Sahdan, M., Ali, A., Ahmi, A., (2005). Internal Audit in State and Local Government of Malaysia. Asian Academic Accounting Association Conference.
Non-Refereed Proceedings
Full Paper
Ahmi, A., Mohammad, R., & Abd Khalid, A. (2004). A Comparative Study of E-Commerce Bachelor Degree Programmes in US, UK, Australia and Selected Asian Countries. National Conference on Accounting & Finance.
Book Chapters
Refereed Mohd
Nasir, M., Mohd Shariff, M. & Ahmi, A., (2005). E-Hasil dan E-Pembayaran: Satu Inovasi oleh Majlis Agama Islam Kedah. Ke Arah Pembangunan E-Malaysia: Isu dan Cabaran. Bangi: Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia.
Presentation of Refereed Papers
International
Ali, A., Saidin, S., Rahim, M., Harun Rasit, M., Ghazali, M., Sahdan, MH. Ali, A., Ahmi, A., Lee, TH., (2008, February). Internal Audit in Federal Government of Malaysia. Presented at 1st Parahyangan International Accounting & Business Conference, Bandung, Indonesia.
Md Ali, A., Saidin, S., Rahim, M., Harun Rasit, M., Ghazali, M., Sahdan, MH., Ali, A., Ahmi, A.,, (2006, June). Internal Audit in Federal Government Ministries, Departments and Agensies of Malaysia: Preliminary Findings. Presented at IIUM International Accounting Conference III (INTACIII), Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Ali, A., Saidin, S., Rahim, M., Ghazali, M., Sahdan, M., Ali, A., Ahmi, A., (2005, February). Internal Audit in State and Local Government of Malaysia. Presented at Asian Academic Accounting Association Conference, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Presentation of Non-Refereed Papers
National
Ahmi, A., Mohammad, R., & Abd Khalid, A. (2004, August). A Comparative Study of E-Commerce Bachelor Degree Programmes in US, UK, Australia and Selected Asian Countries. Presented at National Conference on Accounting & Finance, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Grants
Funded-External
2008 - Md Ali, A., Ali, A., Saad, S., Abd Khalid, A., Sulaiman, A., Saad, RA., Ahmi, A., "Internal Audit in the Statutory Bodies and Government Link Companies of Malaysia", Intensification of Research in Priority Areas (IRPA), Ministry of Science and Technology, (RM60,000).
Funded-Internal
2007 - Ahmi, A., Ali, A., Saidin, S., Ghazali, M., Rahim, M., Harun Rasit, MH., Ahmi, A., "Internal Audit in the Federal Government Ministries, Departments and Agencies of Malaysia", Universiti Utara Malaysia, (RM20,000).
2006 - Md Ali, A., Ali, A., Saidin, S., Ghazali, M., Rahim, M., Ahmi, A., "Internal Audit in the State and Local Government of Malaysia", Universiti Utara Malaysia, (RM20,000).
2006 - Mohamad, L., Ahmi, A., & Rosli, K., "Awareness of University Smart Card: A Study of Universiti Utara Malaysia", Universiti Utara Malaysia, (RM3,000).
2006 - Rosli, K., Ahmi, A., & Mohamad, L., "Revenue Information System Development: A Case of Direct Selling Companies", Universiti Utara Malaysia, (RM3,000).
2004 - Ahmi, A., Mohammad, R., & Abd Khalid, A., "A Comparative Study of Bachelor Degree Programmes in E-Commerce in Australia, UK, USA and Selected Asian Countries", Universiti Utara Malaysia, (RM3,000).
Commercial Software Developed
2008: Kindergarten Integrated Systems (KiDS).
Kindergarten Integrated Systems (KiDS) is a designed module meant for nursery and pre-school institution such as TASKA, TABIKA or TADIKA. KiDS aims to improvise the administration of these pre-school institutions more effectively and efficiently. This system not only assists the administration of the institution but also interacts with the education process and learning tools for the children. Its user-friendly functions and Graphical User Interface (GUI) features embedded interface are of immense help. It also helps bridging the digital divide among the pre-school children, teachers and the administrators of the institutions. This system has won Silver Medal Award in Malaysian Technology Expo 2008, participate in PECIPTA 2007 and presented at the ASEAN Science & Technology Week Manila, Filipina [7-11 Julai 2008]
2006: Revenue Information System: Smart Application for Direct Selling.
Revenue Information System (RiS) is a product of a research project which was carried out based on a case study on the direct-selling sales point. RiS is build based on the resources, events, and agents (REA) data model since it captures only essential aspects of economic phenomena. This enhanced system allows the user to process the routine sales and purchase electronically, effectively and efficiently. The features of this system include:
1. Product and Stock Management
2. Sales and Receipt Collection
3. Customer and Dealer Maintenance
4. Bonus and Point Checking for Dealers
5. Purchase and Product Replenishment
6. Reporting and Analysis
This new developed system has resulted in improving the efficiency in business processes, supporting timely collection of cash, providing timely account information for decision making and also increasing customer satisfaction by improving the quality, speed and responsiveness of their customer services. User-friendly functions and Graphical User Interface (GUI) features that were embedded in it also contributed to the feasibility success and adoption of the system. This system was implemented successfully in a few direct-selling dealers and ready to be commercialised to the public especially for the SMEs.
2005: Government Expenditure & Budgeting System (GovExBis).
Since late 1990s, Malaysian government at all levels have initiated electronic government (e-government) projects whose aim is to provide electronic information and to streamline public sector processes, while providing citizens with facilities in order to obtain government services. All of these projects strive, although at different speeds, to move beyond the first generation e-government. In the area of governmental financial management, the use of electronic systems can be useful in budget-controlling and in managing procurement and expenditure. Thus this project is carried out with the purposes to develop electronic government expenditure and controlling budget system (GovEXbis). The prototype of the system consists of a series of functionalities that contribute to the development of electronic budget, asset management, procurement and payment. This project can be implemented in any organization especially the ones that use budget control in order to improve the expenditure process and budget management.
2005: Islamic Property Management & Revenue Systems (I-Promis).
Islamic Property Management and Revenue System (I-ProMis) is an integrated system for management of wakaf and baitulmal properties. It not only can be used for recording the properties but also for managing, analysing and locating all of these properties and collecting the income generated from the rental of the properties. Moreover, the future utilization of the prospective property also can be planned ahead based on the report generated from this system. This project aims to integrate the information on Islamic properties in any countries which have Muslim community in order to manage and develop the properties to become more valuable. This system has won Silver Medal Award in MTE 2007, 1st Runner Up in ICT Carnival Kedah 2007, participate in PECIPTA 2007 and selected to be participate in Pameran Pelancaran Pelan Strategik Pengajian Tinggi Negara, 25-27 Ogos 2007, PICC
SERVICE:
Service to the University
Department assignments:
Chair:
2007: Jawatankuasa Seminar on AIS 2007
2005: Jawatankuasa Seminar on E- Commerce 2005
2003-2004: Head of E-Commerce Unit, Department of Audit and Information Systems, Faculty of Accountancy, Universiti Utara Malaysia
Member:
2007: Ahli Panel Pembentangan Rancangan Perniagaan
2007-2008: AJK - Jawatan Kuasa E-Fpk Circle
2006: Ahli Panel Pembentangan Rancangan Perniagaan Bagi Kursus KAX3016
2006: AJK - Jawatankuasa Persidangan Antarabangsa E- Dagang
2006: A Route To Competitive Advantage
2004-2005: AJK - Jawatankuasa Penyelidikan Dan Penerbitan Fakulti
2003: AJK - Jawatankuasa Persidangan Kebangsaan Sekolah Perakaunan
2003-2004: AJK - Jawatankuasa Penyelidikan Dan Penerbitan Sekolah
2002: AJK - Jawatankuasa Pelaksana Integrasi IT Dalam Pengajaran
2002-2003: Ketua Unit Pembangunan Silibus - Jawatankuasa Projek Penubuhan Program Sarjana Muda E-Dagang
2002-2003: Ahli Lembaga Peperiksaan Sekolah
2002-2003: AJK - Jawatankuasa Penyelidikan Dan Penerbitan SPK
University assignments:
Member:
2008-2009: Panel Felo ITU-UUM Asia Pacific Centre of Excellence
2005: AJK - Jawatankuasa Kejohanan Liga Bola Sepak Staf Akademik UUM 2005
State-wide assignments:
Assurance Of Learning - Institutional Service:
2007-2008: Penyelaras Program Diploma Kawal Selia UUM-IPTS: Kolej Teknologi Pulau, Pulau Pinang
2006-2007: Penyelaras Kursus Bagi Program Kerjasama UUM- UST Yemen
2006-2007: Penyelaras Program Diploma Kawal Selia UUM-IPTS: Kolej Chermai Jaya, Kuching, Sarawak
2005-2006: Penyelaras Program Diploma Kawal Selia UUM-IPTS: Kolej Karisma, Seremban, Negeri Sembilan
Service to the Profession
Presentation
2007: National Seminar on E-Community: Bridging the Digital Divide, KiDS: An Integrated Application for Pre-School Institution
2005: National Seminar on E-Community: Towards E-Malaysia Development, E-Hasil dan E-Pembayaran di Badan Berkanun: Satu Kajian Kes Di Majlis Agama Islam Kedah
2005: National Seminar on E-Community: Towards E-Malaysia Development, E-Wakaf: Ke Arah Pembangunan Sistem Wakaf yang lebih Sistematik
Service to the Community
Member of a Committee
2009: Persatuan Bekas Ahli Grup Kembara UUM (PERBARA)
2009: Persatuan Staf Akademik UUM (PERSATU)
2008: Surau Al Muttaqin, Taman Universiti
2008: Persatuan Joomla Malaysia (Joomla-My)
Other Community Service Activities
2008: Asian Academic Accounting Association (FourA)
Faculty Development
Other Professional Development
2009: ISACA e-Symposium September 29, 2009. ISACA e-Symposium September 29, 2009 The Cloud and Service Management: How do they connect? http://mediazoneo.brighttalk.com/certificate/68eb47f597-181082-383. London, United Kingdom.
Professional Seminars / Workshops
2007: IT Audit and Control Workshop by IIA. Two Days IT Audit and Control Workshop by Institute of Internal Auditors Malaysia (IIAM). Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
2007: Research Methodology Workshop by UTLC. Research Methodology Workshop. Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
2005: Certified E-Commerce Consultant. Certified E-Commerce Consultant Workshop by Institute of E-Commerce Consultant (ICEC). Kedah, Malaysia.
Research-Related Conference/Seminar
2006: International Conference on E-Commerce 2006 (ICoEC2006). International Conference on E-Commerce 2006 (ICoEC2006). Penang, Malaysia.
2005: International Conference on E-Commerce 2005 (ICoEC2005). International Conference on E-Commerce 2005 (ICoEC2005). Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Honors & Awards
Awards:
2008: Silver Award for Kindergarten Integrated Systems (KiDS), Malaysian Technology Expo 2008.
2007: ICT Innovation Award for Revenue Information Systems (RiS) under Private Sector Category, ICT Innovation Award, Kanival ICT Kedah, 2007.
2007: 1st Runner Up for Islamic Property Management & Revenue Systems (I-Promis), ICT Innovation Award, Kanival ICT Kedah, 2007.
2007: Silver Award for Islamic Property Management & Revenue Systems (I-Promis), Malaysian Technology Expo 2007.
2007: Excellent Service Award, Universiti Utara Malaysia.
2004: Excellent Service Award, Universiti Utara Malaysia.
Other Activities
Other
2007 - Other: A guest lecturer for Institute of Entrepreneurship Development, UUM in a topic of 'E-Business'
Web Page Design
2009 - Web Page Design: Webmaster for Malaysian Community at Brunel University
2008 - Web Page Design: Webmaster for Uniutama Management Holdings Sdn Bhd (UMHSB)
2008 - Web Page Design: Webmaster for Universiti Utara College of Business (CoB)
2006 - Web Page Design: Webmaster for Persatuan Bekas Grup Kembara UUM (PERBARA)
2006 - Web Page Design: Webmaster for Asian Academic Accounting Association (FourA)
2005 - Web Page Design: Webmaster for The e-FPK Circle