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Yves Gendron is a Full Professor at the School of Accounting within the Faculty of Business Administration (FSA) at Université Laval, where he has established himself as a leading scholar in critical accounting research. His academic profile demonstrates extensive engagement with qualitative research methods, professional identity formation, and the epistemological foundations of accounting knowledge.
Professor Gendron's research interests span public administration, accounting firms, audit committees, expertise construction, and the dissemination of ideas in management. His work consistently examines how accounting professionals navigate changing regulatory environments and construct their professional identities. He has made significant contributions to understanding corporate governance, auditor independence, and the impact of digital transformation on audit practices.
His recent publications (including works from 2025) reveal a sustained research trajectory focused on contemporary challenges in accounting and auditing. His work addresses timely issues such as digital transformation in auditing, tax expertise production, sustainability accounting, and the constraints imposed by academic publishing norms. The diversity of his research output demonstrates his ability to bridge theoretical and practical concerns in accounting.
Professor Gendron is highly active in the international academic community, regularly presenting at major conferences and collaborating with researchers across multiple countries. His methodological expertise in qualitative research has positioned him as a valuable mentor for doctoral students and early-career researchers interested in critical perspectives on accounting.
His teaching portfolio includes courses in Audit, Qualitative Research Methods, and Epistemology, reflecting his dual commitment to both the practical and philosophical dimensions of accounting knowledge. His publications on pedagogy, such as 'Developing ethical sensitivity in future accounting practitioners,' demonstrate his innovative approach to accounting education.
