Joe M. Ragan

Joe M. Ragan is the Edward G. Sutula Chair and Professor of Accounting at Saint Joseph's University's Haub School of Business (2021–Present), where he coordinates the STAR Scholar program (1999–Present) and SAP curriculum (1998–Present). He previously served as Department Chair (1985–2012) and has held roles at LaSalle College, Temple University, and Drexel University as adjunct faculty.

• Education: MBA (Accounting) from University of Pennsylvania (1975), MA in Educational Administration (Villanova, 1972), BA (1969)
• CPA Certification (1979), SAP Logistics/Finance Training (2000–2004)

Ragan's research focuses on technology integration in accounting education, particularly through ERP systems (SAP R/3), Alteryx, and Power BI. He develops case studies like STARFusion and STARLedger to teach analytics, audit controls, and business process integration, emphasizing Big Data applications and curriculum innovation.

His 15 most recent publications (2015–2025) explore SAP Fiori implementation, Alteryx integration, and Power BI adoption in accounting pedagogy, with recurring themes in ERP systems, data analytics, and case-based learning across journals like Journal of Business Cases and Applications and Journal of Finance and Accountancy.

• 2023–2024 PwC Grant for Technological Innovation
• 2023 Presidential Advising Award
• PICPA Outstanding Educator (2001)
• Lindback Teaching Award (1990)

Ragan mentors STAR Scholars including Patrick McGettigan, Michael Storms, and Brian Rizman, integrating them into publications and SAP training projects. He has received grants from PwC, SAP, and PICPA to enhance accounting curricula with technology and interdisciplinary approaches.