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Ruben Silva Barros is an Assistant Professor of Management Accounting and Control at Lisbon University Institute (ISCTE-IUL) and an Associate Researcher at the Business Research Unit (BRU-IUL). He is affiliated with the ISCTE Business School and the Accounting Department.
His academic qualifications include:
- PhD in Management, Specialization in Accounting from ISCTE-IUL (2018)
- Master's degree in Management from ISCTE Business School (2014)
- Bachelor's degree in Management from ISCAL (2011)
Dr. Barros specializes in management accounting and control systems with particular focus on innovation and public sector organizations. His research examines how management control systems design and use impact innovation processes, as well as performance measurement and management in public organizations. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications in diverse organizational contexts.
His publication record shows a consistent trend in studying the intersection of management control systems and innovation, with recent work expanding into public sector applications through balanced scorecard implementations. His research employs both qualitative case studies and literature reviews to explore theoretical and practical dimensions of accounting systems.
His scientific contributions have been recognized through publications in reputable international journals including Journal of Accounting and Organizational Change, Journal of Management Control, and Qualitative Research in Accounting and Management.
As an educator, Dr. Barros has supervised numerous master's students, with several dissertations and final projects completed under his guidance. His teaching portfolio includes courses on Ethics and Deontology in Accounting, Accounting and Management Control, Management and Performance Control, and Accounting and Budget Management across various degree programs.
He is actively involved in academic service as a discussant at conferences and has presented his research at numerous national and international events including the European Accounting Association Annual Congress and Grudis Conferences.


