John Edward Ketz

John Edward Ketz is an Associate Professor of Accounting at The Pennsylvania State University's Smeal College of Business. He specializes in accounting ethics, financial reporting, and forensic accounting. His work examines corporate fraud mechanisms, investor protection, and professional accountability.

Education: PhD (1977), MA (1975), and BA (1972) in Accounting from Virginia Tech.

Research focuses on historical accounting scandals (Enron, Tyco, etc.), regulatory frameworks, and ethics education. Media appearances include analyses in The Wall Street Journal, New York Times, and Business Week.

Notable publications include Hidden Financial Risk (2021), Critical Perspectives in Accounting Ethics (2023), and columns like Accounting Cycle: Wash, Rinse, and Spin on SmartPros.com.