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Dr Richard M Crossley is a Senior Teaching Fellow and Departmental Director of Student Education at the Department of Accounting and Finance, Leeds University Business School, University of Leeds. He joined in November 2019 and plays a key role in curriculum leadership, including as module leader for LUBS3650 Critical Cases in Accounting and Finance. He is also an Academic Personal Tutor and Placement Supervisor, contributing extensively to undergraduate and postgraduate education.
His educational background includes a PhD in Accounting from the University of Huddersfield, focusing on legitimation effects on social and environmental practices. He also holds an MSc in Risk, Disaster and Environmental Management, a PGCert in Higher Education Practice, and a BA (Hons) in Law and Accountancy. He is a Fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (FCCA) and a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA).
Richard's research centers on sustainability and accountability in accounting, with a focus on ESG, social and environmental reporting, and qualitative methodologies. He is particularly interested in how SMEs adopt sustainable practices and how accounting education can be enhanced through AI-driven pedagogical innovations. His work bridges academic research and professional practice, informed by his extensive industry experience in financial and management accounting within insurance and manufacturing sectors.
His publications have appeared in journals such as Business Strategy and the Environment, Journal of International Accounting, Auditing and Taxation, and International Journal of Accounting & Information Management. While specific articles are not listed, his scholarly output reflects a consistent focus on ethical, environmental, and educational dimensions of accounting.
- University Recognition Scheme Contribution Award (2022)
- University Recognition Scheme Contribution Award (2024)
Richard supervises doctoral candidates jointly in ESG-related areas, particularly sustainability in accounting and accounting education. He has extensive experience in dissertation supervision at the postgraduate level and has served as an ACCA Marker for twelve years, contributing to professional accounting assessment. He has also delivered tailored accounting and data analytics courses for external businesses, demonstrating strong engagement with industry and professional communities.
He currently serves as External Examiner at Alliance Manchester Business School (University of Manchester) from 2021 to 2025, reflecting his standing in the academic community. He leads student education initiatives at the departmental level and integrates professional practice with pedagogical innovation, particularly in financial reporting, CSR, and management accounting modules.
