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• Audit Quality
• Corporate Governance
• Financial Reporting Quality
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YH Tham is a Lecturer at the School of Accounting, Economics and Finance within Curtin University's Faculty of Business and Law. He holds multiple prestigious fellowships including Chartered Accountant Australia & New Zealand, CPA Australia, and the Higher Education Academy (UK). His teaching focuses on Financial Accounting, Auditing, Computerized Accounting Software, and Contemporary Business Issues. Education: PhD, MBA, MAcc, BArts His research interests center on Audit Quality, Corporate Governance, Financial Reporting, Corporate Social Responsibility, and Sustainability Reporting. Recent studies explore ESG performance moderation by Big Four auditors, carbon reduction strategies influenced by board dynamics, and cross-national education comparisons between Malaysia and Australia. Publications reflect a focus on audit committee literature reviews, busy board effects on earnings management, and CSR disclosures in Indonesia. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical implications for corporate governance and sustainability assurance. Awards: FCA, FCPA, FAIM, FHEA Teaching spans foundational accounting disciplines while research emphasizes empirical analysis of governance mechanisms. Active in academic conferences and publishes extensively in top-tier journals like Journal of Risk and Financial Management and Accounting Education .

Şerife ÖnderView profile

Associate Professor

• Accounting
• Corporate Governance
• Financial Management
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Şerife Önder is an Associate Professor at Dumlupınar University's Kütahya Social Sciences Vocational School, specializing in Accounting and Tax Practices. She holds a PhD in Business from Dumlupınar University (2012) and has been affiliated with the university since 2002, progressing from Lecturer to Associate Professor. Her research focuses on corporate governance, sustainability reporting, financial management, and audit quality. Notable awards include the TKBB Award (2019) and the Prof. Dr. Orhan Dikmen Research Award (2019). Education: PhD in Business, Dumlupınar University (2008–2012) Master's in Business Administration (Accounting-Finance), Dumlupınar University (2003–2006) Bachelor's in Economics (Evening Education), Dumlupınar University (1998–2002) Associate Degree in Computerized Accounting and Tax Applications, Uludağ University (1997–1999) Research interests span accounting practices, corporate social responsibility, risk management, and the impact of governance structures on financial performance. Recent work includes studies on audit quality's effect on profitability and integrated reporting trends. She has authored/co-authored over 30 books and articles, with a focus on Turkish and international corporate practices. Awards: TKBB Award-Winning Article Competition (2019) Prof. Dr. Orhan Dikmen Research Award (2019) Istanbul Aydın University Halit Aydın Science and Research Awards (2015) Teaching includes courses on financial accounting, corporate reporting, and information systems. Administrative roles include Department Head positions (2014–2019) and editorial contributions to academic publications.

MEHMET ALI YÜZBAŞIOĞLUView profile

Lecturer

• Accounting
• Forensic Accounting
• Management and Cost Accounting
• +7 more

Mehmet Ali Yüzbaşıoğlu is a Lecturer at Gaziantep University's Oğuzeli Vocational School in the Law Department, where he has been teaching since 2013. His academic career spans multiple disciplines including accounting, mathematics, law, and computer science, reflecting his diverse educational background. He teaches courses in financial management, cost accounting, computer programming, and various law subjects. His research interests primarily focus on accounting systems, forensic accounting, and the integration of technology in accounting practices. He has published extensively on computerized accounting systems, cryptocurrency accounting, and the legal aspects of financial management. His work bridges the gap between traditional accounting practices and modern technological advancements, with particular attention to Turkish legal frameworks. His recent publications demonstrate a strong trend toward examining the intersection of accounting, technology, and law, with significant focus on cryptocurrency accounting, data protection in accounting systems, and green finance. His research shows increasing specialization in how digital transformation affects traditional accounting practices, particularly within the Turkish regulatory environment. TUBITAK 2211-A Doctoral Scholarship (2018) Yüzbaşıoğlu has served in various administrative roles at Gaziantep University, including Department Head and Vocational School Vice Rector. His research projects primarily focus on mathematics education techniques, though his publications indicate a stronger research trajectory in accounting and finance. He has led six research projects related to mathematics education, demonstrating his commitment to pedagogical innovation despite his primary research focus shifting toward accounting. His academic profile reflects a multidisciplinary approach, with affiliations across mathematics, computer science, law, and business administration departments. This diverse background enables him to approach accounting problems from multiple perspectives, particularly valuable in examining the technological and legal dimensions of modern accounting practices.

• Financial Inclusion
• Microfinance
• Credit Unions
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Pal Vik serves as a Senior Research Fellow at Community Finance Solutions within the Salford Business School at the University of Salford. His research spans over 15 years of externally funded projects focusing on financial inclusion, microfinance sustainability, and credit union resilience. He actively contributes to academic discourse through the “Innovation in Financial Inclusion” podcast and supervises PhD candidates in financial inclusion topics. His research interests center on the financial sustainability and social impact of microfinance initiatives, the nature and determinants of financial exclusion, effectiveness of self-regulation mechanisms, and the role of credit unions in promoting financial resilience. His work bridges historical banking analysis with contemporary crisis response, particularly examining how institutions weather events like the COVID-19 pandemic and cost-of-living crises. Vik’s publication record demonstrates consistent thematic focus, evolving from historical banking studies (2016) toward urgent contemporary issues like digital skills impacts on financial inclusion (2024). His research consistently employs mixed-methods approaches, combining quantitative analysis with rich qualitative insights from sector stakeholders. Award Highlights: 2017 Reg Mathews Memorial Prize for SROI research European Microcredit Research Award 2008 for UK CDFI sustainability analysis His grant portfolio includes over 40 externally funded projects since 2009, with recent work examining pandemic impacts on community finance institutions and digital inclusion barriers. He maintains active supervision of PhD students in financial inclusion/exclusion, microfinance, credit unions, financial education, and ethical banking codes. Vik leads research within the Community Finance Solutions unit, collaborating with multiple UK local authorities (Kirklees, Calderdale, Rochdale) to evaluate financial inclusion interventions. His current work focuses on the intersection of digital capabilities and financial access in low-income communities.

Brian PerrinView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Accounting Education
• Data Analytics
• Performance Measurement Systems
• +3 more

Dr. Brian Perrin is a Senior Lecturer at Curtin University's School of Accounting, Economics and Finance, within the Faculty of Business and Law. He holds qualifications including a PhD, MBA, and CPA (Fellow). With over 20 years in academia and industry, his teaching focuses on Accounting Modelling, Data Visualization, and Computerized Accounting. He has designed units emphasizing practical application of theory, addressing industry demands for skilled graduates. Research interests include Accounting Education, IT Outsourcing/Offshoring, and Performance Measurement Systems. His work spans publications in areas like audit governance, offshoring strategies, and educational methodologies. Notable awards include the Vice-Chancellor's Excellence Award (2011) and multiple Teacher of the Year accolades. Education: BBus (WAIT), PGradDipBus, MBA (Curtin), PhD (Curtin) Professional Affiliation: Fellow, CPA Australia Publications highlight contributions to accounting education, offshoring analysis, and performance systems. Recent articles examine audit pricing, GCC corporate governance, and big data applications in sourcing ecosystems. Awards: Vice-Chancellor's Award for Excellence and Innovation (2011) Teacher of the Year, Curtin Business School (2010) Teaching spans undergraduate and postgraduate courses, including Financial Accounting for MBA and Digital Age Accounting Systems. His work bridges industry experience with academic rigor.

Husam Abu KhadraView profile

Professor

• Accounting Information Systems
• Nonprofit Governance
• Audit Committee Effectiveness
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Husam Abu Khadra is a Professor of Accounting at Roosevelt University’s Walter E. Heller College of Business. He holds a Ph.D. in Accounting from the Arab Academy for Banking and Financial Sciences, complemented by a Master’s and Bachelor’s in Accounting from the Arab Academy and Zarka University, respectively. His academic affiliations include teaching in Bachelor’s programs (BSBA in Accounting and Management) and Master’s programs (MSAF, MBA, MSA). Professor Abu Khadra’s research focuses on accounting information systems, nonprofit governance, audit committee effectiveness, and technology integration in education. His work addresses challenges in fraud detection, IT governance frameworks like COBIT, and ERP system adoption. He has contributed to over 20 peer-reviewed articles since 2006, with recent emphasis on automating nonprofit financial data analysis (e.g., IRS Form 990) and semantic teaching methods in AIS courses. His academic contributions span educational technology (online learning strategies, IFRS web-based training) and empirical studies on Jordanian industries’ adoption of EDI and ERP systems. He has no listed awards or advisees but is actively involved in curriculum development across multiple programs.

James R. BrunetView profile

Associate Professor

• Police Management
• Police Performance Measurement
• Social Equity
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James R. Brunet is an Associate Professor of Public Administration and Director of the Public Safety Leadership Initiative at North Carolina State University (NC State), within the School of Public and International Affairs. He holds a B.A. in Political Science from Siena College (1988), an M.P.A. in Public Affairs from the University of Connecticut (1990), and a Ph.D. in Public Administration from NC State (2003). His research focuses on improving police performance, social equity in criminal justice systems, and applied ethics in public administration. Notably, he is developing a virtual reality (VR) training program to enhance cross-cultural relations between police and Latino communities. He has directed law enforcement leadership programs and trained thousands of public safety officials, many of whom have attained command-level positions. Brunet’s work spans qualitative studies on technology adoption in policing, intersectoral collaboration, and systemic equity challenges in rural law enforcement. His publications address topics like police performance measurement, institutionalizing problem analysis, and the decline of rural police departments in North Carolina. His educational background and career emphasize practical leadership development and bridging gaps between theoretical public administration principles and real-world implementation. Current initiatives include advancing equity-focused curricula in public administration and leveraging technology for community-policing improvements.

• Cognitive Load Theory
• Educational Technology
• Management Accounting
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Dr. Paul Blayney is a Lecturer in the Department of Accounting, Governance and Regulation at the University of Sydney's Business School, specializing in teaching-focused academic roles. He holds a BCom (Calgary), MEc, and PhD in Cognitive Load Theory from UNSW. His research emphasizes applying cognitive load theory to educational practices, particularly in accounting education. He has developed innovative tools like Excel VBA-based learning aids to reduce cognitive overload and enhance student engagement. His work spans interactive formative assessments, spreadsheet-based assignments, and technology integration in accounting curricula. Publications highlight his contributions to understanding language proficiency impacts on accounting learners, expertise reversal effects in accounting education, and leveraging technology for better learning outcomes. Recent work (2024) focuses on Excel-based learning aids for business transaction analysis. His teaching spans management accounting and data analytics, with notable textbooks such as Excel VBA for Business and Accounting (2018). Advising and grants details are not explicitly listed, though his research demonstrates sustained engagement with educational innovation and assessment methodologies.

• Accounting
• Financial Accounting
• Managerial Accounting
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Nathan Gay is a Lecturer in Accounting at the Bailey Business Center, Oklahoma Baptist University. He also serves as a professor of accounting at Rose State College in Midwest City and as an adjunct professor of accounting in remote courses across New Hampshire and Ohio. A Certified Public Accountant, Gay earned his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Oklahoma Baptist University in 1989 and a Master of Science in Accounting from Liberty University. His professional affiliations include the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA). Education: BBA (Accounting) from Oklahoma Baptist University, MS (Accounting) from Liberty University Professional Roles: Lecturer at Oklahoma Baptist University, Professor at Rose State College, Adjunct Professor in remote programs His research and teaching interests span core areas of accounting, including financial accounting, managerial accounting, governmental/not-for-profit accounting, and computerized accounting systems. At Rose State College, he was recognized with the Excellence in Teaching Award, highlighting his dedication to pedagogy. Outside academia, Gay resides on a family farm east of Shawnee, where he engages in farming, woodworking, and piano. His family has deep ties to Oklahoma Baptist University, with his wife and two children as alumni. Professional Memberships: American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)

• Accounting Theory
• Accounting History
• Tax Ethics
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Kübra HÜRYURT is a full-time Lecturer at Kafkas University , affiliated with the Sarıkamış Vocational School under the Department of Management and Organization since 2012. She holds a PhD and Master's degree in Business Administration from Kafkas University, with her doctoral thesis focusing on the cultural values of accounting professionals in Kars, Ardahan, and Iğdır provinces. Education : PhD in Business Administration (2019), Kafkas University Institute of Social Sciences Master's in Business Administration (2010-2018), Kafkas University Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences BA in Business Administration (2005-2009), Kafkas University Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences Her research focuses on Accounting Theory and Accounting History , particularly examining tax ethics and cultural values influencing accounting practices in regional contexts. Her 2019 article in the Journal of Accounting and Tax Applications analyzes factors affecting tax ethics in Eastern Anatolia, while her 2018 conference paper explores cultural dimensions of accounting in the same region. Scientific Metrics : 2018-2019: 2 publications (1 article in TR Dizin, 1 international conference paper) YOKSIS Metrics: Ranked 543rd nationally in research area (2017), 131st in her science field (2017), with weighted scores primarily in regional accounting studies She has taught 19 courses since 2012, including General Accounting, Cost Accounting, and Computerized Accounting, and has collaborated with researchers like Mehmet Emin Karabayır and Seyhan Öztürk on regional accounting studies.

Talal Al-HayaleView profile

Professor

• Accounting Ethics
• Accounting Information Systems
• Earnings Management
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Talal Al-Hayale is a Professor of Accounting at the Odette School of Business, University of Windsor. He holds a Ph.D. in Accounting from the University of Wales, UK (1990), an M.S. in Finance (1985), and a B.A. in Accounting from the University of Mosul, Iraq (1978). His research focuses on accounting ethics, financial reporting, earnings management, and auditing. Notable contributions include studies on audit fees, managerial behavior, and the impact of computerized systems on accounting practices. Al-Hayale has authored books and articles in top journals like the Journal of Business Finance & Accounting and Review of Quantitative Finance and Accounting . He has received grants for research on IFRS adoption and cross-border transportation companies. His work often bridges theoretical and practical challenges in accounting education and professional ethics. Al-Hayale’s career spans roles in Jordan, Qatar, and Canada, including academic leadership in program development and teaching at the Odette School since 2001. His presentations and conference contributions highlight his commitment to advancing accounting practices and education globally.

• Accounting Information Systems
• Computerized Accounting
• Cost Accounting
• +1 more

Rihab Alzubaidi serves as an Associate Professor in the Accounting and Finance Department at Westfield State University, where she has taught since joining in 2011 after sixteen years of instructional experience at Jordanian universities spanning both graduate and undergraduate levels. Her institutional contributions include active service on the Finance Committee, Curriculum Committee, and Faculty Center Advising Committee. Her academic credentials comprise: PhD in Accounting, 1991, Kiev, Ukraine Master's Degree, 1987, Kharkov, Ukraine Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, 1981, Iraq Professor Alzubaidi specializes in technology-driven accounting research with emphasis on practical computational tools. Her work critically examines Excel spreadsheet implementations and Microsoft Access database applications for accounting systems, positioning computers as primary research instruments rather than pedagogical aids. This focus bridges theoretical accounting frameworks with executable digital solutions for financial data management. She instructs core accounting curriculum including Principles of Accounting I/II, Accounting Information Systems, Financial Statement Analysis and Disclosure, and both Advanced Cost Accounting and Cost Accounting courses. Her committee engagements reflect deep institutional involvement in academic governance and resource allocation processes.

Oskar GstreinView profile

Associate Professor

• Data Protection
• Artificial Intelligence
• Digital Identity
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Oskar Gstrein is an Associate Professor at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Law, specializing in Governance and Innovation (G&I). He holds a secondary position as Lecturer at Saarland University. His research focuses on data protection, AI ethics, digital identity governance, and EU regulatory frameworks. Key research interests include: Artificial Intelligence regulation and societal impacts Data autonomy in smart cities and digital environments Transparency in investment migration and privacy law EU data retention policies and counterterrorism measures He has published over 70 works, including articles on GDPR enforcement, AI Act compliance, and blockchain-based identity systems. Notable awards include the 2018 ITS Rio de Janeiro Fellowship and the 2012 Hans Werner Osthoff Prize. Gstrein actively engages in public discourse on digital sovereignty, cybersecurity, and ethical AI through media contributions and conferences.

Robert WalshView profile

Associate Professor

• Taxation Policy
• Accounting Ethics
• Online Education
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Robert Walsh, PhD, is an Associate Professor of Accounting and Academic Program Director at the Gupta College of Business, University of Dallas. He holds a BBA and MBA in Taxation from the University of Notre Dame, and MA and PhD in Economics. His career includes roles as Department Chair and Interim Dean at Marist College, and faculty positions at Webber International University. Walsh is a Past President of both the Northeast and Southwest Regional American Accounting Associations and was inducted into the NEAAA Hall of Fame (2007). He maintains active membership in the American Accounting Association and Texas CPA Society, holding a Texas CPA license. Walsh's research focuses on tax code complexity, historical tax policy, accounting ethics, and online education. His work examines unintended consequences of tax laws, the evolution of tax preparation technology, and pedagogical strategies in accounting education. He has presented at over 30 conferences and published over 20 refereed articles. Prior to academia, he worked at Deloitte, Coopers & Lybrand, and Crowe Horwath in auditing and tax roles. His teaching responsibilities include courses on accounting for managers, taxation fundamentals, and research methods. He emphasizes understanding tax rules' societal impact and limitations. Outside academia, Walsh is an avid baseball fan with visits to 35 MLB stadiums, especially following his hometown Detroit Tigers. Education: BBA/MBA (Taxation), MA/PhD (Economics) – University of Notre Dame Affiliations: NEAAA Hall of Fame, Texas CPA Society Professional Experience: Deloitte, Coopers & Lybrand, Crowe Horwath Walsh's research portfolio demonstrates sustained engagement with tax policy evolution, professional ethics education, and innovative teaching methods in accounting disciplines.

Limin ShenView profile

Visiting Professor

• Flexible and Adaptive Software Engineering
• Application and Business Software Systems
• Performance Analysis of Electronic Commerce Systems
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Limin Shen is a Visiting Professor in the Computer Science Department at Illinois Institute of Technology. His research focuses on flexible software engineering, adaptive systems, and queueing theory. He has led projects on finance software systems and computerized management information systems, including the widely adopted Wantong Universal Finance and Accounting Software. His work also spans decompilation techniques for malware analysis and performance optimization in electronic commerce systems. Research Projects: Analysis and Application of the Queue Cluster with Simultaneous Inputs (Co-PI, 2002–2005) Flexible Application Software and Computer Management Information Systems (PI, 2003–2005) Wantong Universal Finance and Accounting Software (PI, 1998–2003) Awards: Top-Ten Excellent Invention Award (Hebei Province, 2002) Second Class Science and Technology Award (1995, 1989) Outstanding Teacher Recognition (1991) Grants & Collaborations: Limin Shen has secured funding from the National Natural Science Foundation of China, State Scholarship Foundation, and Hebei Provincial Government. His projects often involve industry partners like Hebei Ocean Shipping Co. Publications: He authored three books on software flexibility, operating systems, and accounting computing. His articles span queueing models, decompilation methods, and flexible system design.