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Dr. Edwin Lim is an Associate Professor of Accounting at the School of Business, Monash University Malaysia, and an Honorary Associate Professor of Accounting at Deakin University, Australia. He holds a PhD in Accounting from Monash University and is a CPA Australia. His academic work spans teaching, research, and professional engagement in accounting and business disciplines.
His educational background includes a Doctor of Philosophy in Accounting from Monash University (2015), a Bachelor of Commerce (First-Class Honours) in Accounting and Finance (2011), a Bachelor of Business in Accounting, Banking, and Finance (2009), and an Advanced Executive Certificate in Machine Learning and Data Analytics using Python from the National University of Singapore (2023).
Edwin's research centers on financial accounting, corporate reporting, auditing, corporate governance, sustainability reporting, ESG, climate change disclosures, human capital, employee treatment, and capital markets. He explores how corporate behaviors and governance mechanisms impact financial and social outcomes, with a strong focus on transparency and accountability.
His recent publications (2022–2025) reflect a consistent focus on governance quality, climate risk, and disclosure practices. Key themes include boardroom dynamics, CEO characteristics, ESG reporting, and the readability of financial disclosures, often using international datasets and rigorous empirical methods.
His scientific awards include the prestigious Australian Awards for University Teaching (2022), the Australian Postgraduate Award (2011), and multiple Deakin University awards for teaching, research, and mentoring (all in 2022).
Edwin has secured research grants from the Australian Accounting Standards Board and the Ministry of Education, China. He actively mentors students and is accepting PhD candidates. His professional service includes peer review for journals such as the Journal of Accounting Literature, Finance Research Letters, and Global Finance Journal, as well as participation in events like the MICPA x CAANZ Annual Conference.
He is involved in academic and professional communities, contributing to workshops, public events like the Monash Business Discovery Day, and editorial responsibilities. His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in education and responsible consumption and production.
