EVALUATION OF ON-THE-JOB TRAINING PROGRAM IN ALIGNING CLASSROOM LEARNING WITH PRACTICAL APPLICATION IN ACCOUNTING INFORMATION SYSTEM

Abstract

On-the-job training bridges theory and practice in accounting education. The field of accounting information systems is rapidly evolving, driven by advances in technology and the increasing complexity of accounting processes in modern business environments. Nowadays, the transition from student to professional is not always simple. The moment they join the job market, students face a number of difficulties. They have to adjust their new skills to the context of the working world by applying what they know. To adequately prepare future accounting professionals for these challenges, it is essential for educational institutions to align classroom learning with practic