Stephen Rau

Dr. Stephen Rau is an Associate Professor of Accounting at the Palumbo-Donahue School of Business, Duquesne University. His research focuses on auditing ethics, technology implementation in accounting, and investor confidence. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Pittsburgh (1997), an MBA (1988), and a B.S.B.A. (1986).

• Education:
• Ph.D., Katz Graduate School of Business, University of Pittsburgh (1997)
• M.B.A., Katz Graduate School of Business, University of Pittsburgh (1988)
• B.S.B.A., Robert Morris University (1986)

His research interests include the financial impact of technology, auditors' cognitive processes, and cybersecurity in small businesses. Recent projects include a Department of Justice-funded study on SME cybersecurity preparedness. Dr. Rau has published extensively in journals such as the Accounting Review and Journal of Accounting and Finance Research.

His work spans topics like CPA exam performance metrics, ethical tools in financial reporting, and the Sarbanes-Oxley Act's influence on investor trust. He has secured grants from the DOJ and Air Force Office of Scientific Research, totaling over $500,000.

• Grants:
• Department of Justice ($150,000 for cybersecurity in SMEs)
• Air Force Office of Scientific Research ($374,912 for virtual collaboration tools)