Ling Lin

Ling Lin is an Associate Professor in the Department of Accounting and Finance at the Charlton College of Business, University of Massachusetts Dartmouth. She holds a DBA from Boston University (2010) and specializes in teaching Intermediate Accounting I and II, both in-person and online formats.

• Education: Doctor of Business Administration (DBA), Boston University

Her research addresses critical issues in financial reporting, including institutional investor behavior, accounting conservatism, earnings management, and audit quality. She explores how regulatory frameworks and ownership structures impact financial transparency, particularly in emerging markets like China.

Recent publications examine topics such as cash management strategies during market liberalization, auditor responsiveness to retail investors, and international compliance challenges. Her work has appeared in journals including Journal of Accounting, Auditing, and Finance and Review of Quantitative Finance and Accounting.

Scientific Awards:

• Thomas J. Higginson Award for Excellence in Teaching (2014)

Dr. Lin actively contributes to accounting education and professional development, with a focus on bridging academic research to regulatory practices and corporate governance standards.