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Bea Bih Horng Chiang serves as Professor of Accounting and Chair of the Department of Accounting and Information Systems at The College of New Jersey's School of Business, demonstrating longstanding commitment to academic leadership and innovative pedagogy in accounting education.
Her academic credentials include:
- Ph.D. in Accounting, Drexel University (1998)
- M.B.A. in Accounting, Drexel University (1990)
- B.S. in Economics, National Chen-Chi University, Taiwan (1987)
Chiang's research program centers on transformative accounting education methodologies, with particular expertise in experiential learning, grading practices, and technology integration. She pioneered interdisciplinary cost accounting projects engaging students across disciplines and investigates critical issues like grade inflation and ethical dilemmas in public accounting. Her healthcare costing research with nursing professionals demonstrates cross-disciplinary collaboration, while her work on IFRS implementation addresses global accounting standards evolution.
Analysis of her publication trajectory reveals a strategic shift toward technology-enhanced accounting education, examining automation's impact on auditing and electronic tax filing systems. Her recent conference presentations emphasize student-centered approaches including analytical mindset development and mindful inquiry techniques, reflecting contemporary priorities in accounting pedagogy.
Her scholarly contributions have earned significant recognition:
- Beta Gamma Sigma Most Helpful Advising Award (2019)
- MAACBA Innovative Teaching Award (2010)
- Stercho Outstanding Teaching Award, Drexel University (1990)
- Competitive Marketplace Award, Seton Hall University (2003)
- Order of Omega Professor Appreciation Award (2011)
As dedicated mentor, Chiang received TCNJ's top advising honor while guiding NABA student chapter activities. Her extensive service portfolio includes Academic Integrity Officer roles, strategic planning committees, and leadership of the Accounting Department's promotion and tenure processes. She actively develops community-engaged learning partnerships, notably with Hunterdon Medical Center for nursing cost studies, demonstrating commitment to real-world application of accounting principles.
Current initiatives focus on departmental leadership as Accounting and IS Chair, internship program coordination, and advancing technology integration in accounting curricula through her research on electronic filing systems and automated auditing processes.
