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Kathleen Dunne serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Accounting at Rider University, where she has taught introductory and advanced accounting courses since 1989. She is an active member of the American Accounting Association and its International Accounting Section, contributing to scholarly discourse through research and conference presentations.
Her educational foundation includes a Doctor of Philosophy in Accounting and Strategic Management from Temple University (1988), a Master of Science in Student Personnel Services from State University College at Buffalo (1972), and a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from the State University of New York at Buffalo (1971).
Dr. Dunne's research specializes in mergers and acquisitions and goodwill accounting, with publications spanning journals such as the Journal of Accounting and Public Policy and Advances in Accounting. Her work examines critical issues in financial reporting and international business practices, reflecting deep expertise in both theoretical and applied accounting contexts. Recent scholarship includes case studies on audit fraud and comparative analyses of European manufacturing firms.
Her publication trends reveal consistent focus on international financial comparisons and ethical dimensions of accounting practices, with increasing attention to case-based methodologies in auditing education.
Scientific recognition includes multiple research awards:
- Developmental Fellowship, Summer, Rider University (2015)
- Davis Fellowship (2014)
- Davis Fellowship (2006)
- Spring Research Leave (2004)
- Summer Research Fellowship (2004)
- Spring Research Leave (2001)
Dr. Dunne has secured significant research support through two Distance Learning Grants (2010, 2008) for developing online accounting courses, demonstrating commitment to innovative pedagogy. Her scholarly activities are sustained by Rider University's research fellowship programs, enabling continuous contributions to accounting literature.
Professional engagement remains strong through the American Accounting Association, where she presents research on sustainability accounting and online course delivery methodologies.
