Ken MacAulay

Ken MacAulay is a Full Professor and Chair of the Department of Accounting and Finance at St. Francis Xavier University's Schwartz School. He holds a PhD from Queen’s University and a BBA from St. Francis Xavier University, and is a certified CPA CA in Nova Scotia.

• Education:
  • PhD, Queen’s University
  • BBA, St. Francis Xavier University

Dr. MacAulay's research focuses on corporate governance and financial literacy, with publications in leading academic journals. He has co-authored three textbooks in accounting and financial planning, and received two SSHRC grants to support his work. His research bridges theoretical analysis with practical applications in finance and accounting education.

Professional Contributions: Dr. MacAulay has served on the board of the Nova Scotia Securities Commission, taught at the Atlantic School of Chartered Accountancy, and consulted professionally. He has actively participated in university committees and the StFX Association of University Teachers (StFXAUT). In the community, he has held board positions for multiple non-profit organizations.

• Scientific Awards:
  • SSHRC grant (x2)

In his spare time, Dr. MacAulay is an avid fly fisherman, combining his passion for nature with his academic rigor.