About
Jason Peterson is an Associate Professor and Chair of the Department of Accounting and Business Law at Suffolk University, where he also directs the Master of Science in Accounting program. He holds a JD from Suffolk University Law School, an MBA from UMASS Boston, and a BA from Lake Forest College. Licensed to practice law in Massachusetts, he combines legal expertise with business education to advance ethical and governance practices.
His research focuses on corporate governance, fiduciary standards, and the ethical dimensions of legal frameworks. Notable contributions include studies on bankruptcy ethics in the Purdue Pharma case, benefit corporation governance, and global anti-bribery legislation. He has expanded interdisciplinary education through initiatives like a two-course module integrating business ethics across Suffolk's MBA program.
Professionally, Peterson chairs university committees on curriculum design, accreditation, and student success. He serves as President of the North Atlantic Regional Business Law Association, advocating for educational standards in business law. His teaching spans business law, corporate crime, and values-based decision-making, reflecting his commitment to ethical leadership in business education.
Publications highlight trends in corporate ethics, governance innovations, and legal challenges in global contexts. No scientific awards are listed, but his leadership roles and academic output underscore his influential contributions to business law and ethics education.
