Kevin Kobelsky

Kevin Kobelsky, Ph.D., CPA, CISA, serves as Department Chair of Accounting and Finance and Associate Professor of Accounting at the University of Michigan-Dearborn's College of Business. He joined the faculty in 2011 after previous academic appointments at the University of Southern California and Baylor University. Dr. Kobelsky brings nine years of professional experience as a Chartered Accountant (Canada) and Certified Information Systems Auditor, specializing in public accounting, internal auditing, and business process reengineering.

Education:

• Bachelor of Commerce, University of Windsor
• M.B.A., York University
• Ph.D., University of California, Irvine

Dr. Kobelsky's research examines the intersection of information technology and accounting systems, with specific focus areas including: auditing practices, IT governance frameworks, organizational performance metrics, and internal control mechanisms. His investigations span multiple contexts including corporate environments, nonprofit sectors, and educational technology applications, frequently addressing how technological investments impact financial controls and operational efficiency.

His scholarly publications (2008-2019) demonstrate consistent focus on IT's role in accounting systems, with recurring themes of internal controls (46% of publications), IT governance (31%), performance measurement (23%), and risk management (23%). Recent work shows increased attention to behavioral aspects of auditing and practical implementation frameworks.

Professional service includes leadership roles in the American Accounting Association's Information Systems section and the Association for Information Systems. Dr. Kobelsky serves on editorial boards for the Journal of Information Systems and Intelligent Systems in Accounting, Finance and Management. His research has received funding from the National Science Foundation and industry recognition through features in InformationWeek magazine.