Constance Li

Dr. Constance Li is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Accounting, Finance, and Economics at the University of Nebraska at Kearney, College of Business and Technology. She holds a Ph.D. in Accounting from Florida Atlantic University and brings extensive professional experience from both China and the United States into her teaching and research.

• Ph.D., Accounting – Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton
• M.S., Accounting – California State University, Los Angeles
• B.A., Business Administration – East China Normal University

Her research focuses on the intersection of financial accounting and information systems, particularly in areas such as cybersecurity breaches, auditor-client contracting, and information processing efficiency. She explores how business strategies and market competition influence accounting practices and audit outcomes. Her work has been published in reputable journals including the Journal of Information Systems and Advances in Accounting.

The recent publications reflect a strong trend in integrating technological risks with traditional accounting frameworks, emphasizing the evolving challenges in financial reporting and auditing in the digital age. Her work bridges theoretical accounting models with real-world applications in cybersecurity and competitive markets.

Dr. Li is a member of the American Accounting Association (AAA) and the California Society of CPAs (CalCPA), reflecting her professional engagement and commitment to the accounting field.

She mentors students by fostering a collaborative and respectful classroom environment, drawing from her international experience and multilingual background. While no formal advisees are listed, she emphasizes student development, openness, and trust in her pedagogy. She has not received any explicitly mentioned grants or scientific awards in the provided text.

Her research contributes to academic and professional discourse in accounting, particularly in adapting traditional frameworks to modern technological and competitive landscapes.