Automating Evaluation of Skill Assessment to Promote Skill Acquisition in the Area of Data Analytics Automation
25 Pages Posted: 27 Jul 2023
Date Written: July 25, 2023
Abstract
As accounting increasingly embraces automation and data analytics, proficient skill assessment remains a challenge. We introduce an automated tool that streamlines the evaluation of Alteryx workflows. Utilizing the design science methodology, our tool effectively executes and compares Alteryx workflows against a solution, providing score and feedback. Validation demonstrates remarkable gains; our tool is error-free and 9 to 146 times faster than manual evaluation. The tool’s efficiency, accuracy, and user-friendliness make it much more feasible to assign unstructured Alteryx assignments for student development. Enhanced technology skills will promote hiring and productivity gains associated with automation in accounting.
Keywords: Alteryx, Automation, Grading, Design Science
JEL Classification: M4, M40, M41
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