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Steve W. Albrecht is a Professor at the School of Accountancy within Utah State University. He holds a PhD in Accounting from the University of Wisconsin and an MBA from the same institution, along with a BA in Accounting from Brigham Young University.
- Education
- PhD, Accounting, University of Wisconsin
- MBA, University of Wisconsin
- BA, Accounting, Brigham Young University
His research focuses on fraud prevention, corporate governance, financial and managerial accounting, and board of directors oversight. As an expert witness in major fraud cases like Enron and Tyco, he has significantly influenced professional and academic accounting practices.
Albrecht has authored over 25 books and 125 articles on topics including integrity, money management, and forensic accounting. His work bridges academic rigor with real-world applications in compliance and corporate ethics.
- Scientific Awards
- State of Utah Lifetime Outstanding Director Award (2017)
- Association of Certified Examiners Hall of Fame Award (2017)
- Utah Business Top 5 Corporate Directors (2006)
- Accounting Today 100 Most Influential Accounting Professionals (2004, 2003, 2002, 2001, 1997)
- BYU Karl G. Maeser Distinguished Faculty Lecturer Award (2001)
- Association of Certified Fraud Examiners Cressey Award (1998)
He has served on corporate boards such as SkyWest Airlines, Cypress Semiconductor, and the Larry H. Miller Company. His career spans teaching at Brigham Young University, Stanford, and the University of Illinois, alongside consulting for over 100 companies and acting as an expert witness in 38 fraud cases.
