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Mark Bradshaw is the Joseph F. Cotter Professor and Chairperson of the Department of Accounting at Boston College. He holds a BBA and M.Acc from the University of Georgia and a Ph.D. from the University of Michigan. His research focuses on financial accounting, financial analysts, and capital markets valuation, with a strong emphasis on analyst behavior, disclosure practices, and international accounting standards.
Education:
- BBA, University of Georgia
- M.Acc., University of Georgia
- Ph.D., University of Michigan
Research Interests: Bradshaw’s work explores how analysts process information, the role of disclosure in capital markets, and the impact of regulatory changes on financial reporting. His studies often examine the interplay between corporate financing activities, analyst forecasts, and market efficiency. Key topics include the valuation of target prices, the accuracy of dividend forecasts, and the influence of institutional environments on analyst bias.
Awards & Honors:
- 2022 FARS Outstanding Discussion Award
- 2021 Journal of Accounting Research Referee of the Year
- 2014-2017 William S. McKiernan '78 Family Faculty Fellow
- 2003 Harvard Business School Apgar Award for Innovation in Teaching
Professional Activities: Prior to Boston College, Bradshaw taught at the University of Chicago Booth School (2008-2009) and Harvard Business School (2000-2008). Earlier, he worked as an auditor at Arthur Andersen & Co. (1988–1994), auditing major clients like Delta Air Lines and The Masters Tournament. He has authored influential textbooks, including Financial Reporting, Financial Statement Analysis, and Valuation.
Research Trends: Bradshaw’s recent work addresses the evolving role of analysts in digital markets, including the impact of generative AI on equity research. His articles often bridge academic theory with practical implications, such as the effect of brokerage IPOs on forecast quality and the cross-border analysis of dividend forecasts.
