Michael A. Craven

Michael A. Craven serves as Assistant Professor of Accounting at Marist College's School of Management, where he has taught since joining the faculty in 2020 after completing his PhD at Washington State University. His academic focus bridges rigorous research with accessible foundational accounting education.

His educational background includes:

• PhD in Business Administration - Accounting from Washington State University (2020)
• BSBA in Accounting and Economics from La Salle University (2010)

Dr. Craven's research critically examines compensation disclosures, particularly rank-and-file employee pay ratio reporting mandated by the Dodd-Frank Act, while exploring intersections with corporate social responsibility (CSR) and executive compensation practices. His methodological approach incorporates Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) across specialized accounting domains including managerial, cost, government, and nonprofit sectors, reflecting a commitment to financial transparency and social impact.

His professional recognition includes:

• Beta Gamma Sigma honor society membership

Regarding academic mentorship and research funding, current documentation indicates active teaching of foundational accounting courses with emphasis on student accessibility, though specific advisee relationships and grant portfolios are not detailed in available sources.