Mark Holmes

Mark Holmes is a Senior Lecturer in Accounting and Finance at the University of Derby's College of Business, Law and Social Sciences. His research examines gender dynamics in professional accounting services and audit pricing mechanisms.

Holmes investigates how auditor gender influences audit fees and timeliness in the UK market, with findings indicating female lead auditors deliver more efficient audits while commanding fee premiums. His work contributes to understanding gender-based economic outcomes in professional services and corporate governance practices.