Matthew Sargent

Dr. Matthew Sargent is an Assistant Professor of Accountancy at the University of Southern Mississippi, affiliated with the College of Business and Economic Development and the School of Accountancy. His academic and professional background bridges advanced accounting research, regulatory compliance, and information security.

Education:

• Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) from the University of Dallas (2022)
• Master of Accounting (MACC) from Drake University (2006)
• B.S. in Information Technology

Research Interests: Dr. Sargent’s work focuses on enhancing accounting education through critical thinking, reflective judgment, and data analytics. His recent publications explore student outcomes, cognitive ability, and emotional intelligence, emphasizing innovative pedagogical approaches and the role of data analytics in skill development. He also investigates organizational agility through communication and reward systems in corporate environments.

Publications Trends: His research spans accounting education, data-driven pedagogy, and organizational development. Notable topics include integrating data analytics into accounting curricula, cognitive and emotional factors in academic performance, and corporate culture reforms for agility.

Professional Affiliations:

• American Accounting Association
• Association of Certified Fraud Examiners
• Information Systems Audit and Control Association
• Institute of Internal Auditors
• International Information Systems Security Certification Consortium

Contact: Email: Matthew.Sargent@usm.edu | Office: Scianna Hall 3061, Hattiesburg