Roland Warfield

Roland Warfield serves as Associate Professor of Business/Accounting with primary appointment in the Accounting department, teaching across diverse business programs including Cybersecurity, Healthcare Administration, and MBA specializations in Project Management and Human Resources.

His educational foundation includes:

• M.B.A. from Xavier University, Cincinnati, Ohio (2004)
• B.A. in Business Administration (Accounting) from Wittenberg University, Springfield, Ohio (1980)

Professor Warfield's research integrates cutting-edge methodologies in business education with technical accounting applications. His work bridges traditional accounting disciplines with modern educational technology and data analytics, particularly through Flipped Classroom implementations and Competency-Based Education frameworks. This dual focus creates innovative pathways for teaching complex accounting concepts in evolving business contexts.

Professional certifications demonstrate his industry engagement:

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) licensed in Ohio and Pennsylvania
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
• Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA)

His active conference participation shows ongoing scholarly contribution, with annual presentations at the American Accounting Association's Conference on Teaching and Learning in Accounting from 2013-2016 covering pedagogical innovations and data analytics applications. Professional service includes committee work for the Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountants and leadership in the Institute of Internal Auditors Pittsburgh Chapter.