Accounting Education Special Interest Group

The Accounting Education Special Interest Group are a community of like-minded individuals coming together from academia, industry and the accounting profession to collaborate, share and co-create. We aim to improve the quality of accounting education, especially through the development of relevant and innovative curricula, placing a renewed emphasis on effective instruction in accounting programs.

We aim to bring together Australasia's leading Accounting Educators and Researchers in one of the largest communities outside the US.

Join us at the Sofitel in Brisbane for our annual SIG5 symposium to explore the latest trends in accounting education. The event fosters an engaging environment for sharing best practice and gaining actionable insights to take back to your institution.

In addition to thought-provoking presentations from academics and industry leaders, we are introducing interactive round tables that will focus on key aspects of accounting education. Each round table will spotlight a specific facet of accounting education—such as a teaching strategy or tool that's made a difference, or a reflection on what’s worked (or not) in the classroom. Delegates will move between tables, engaging with experts as they share their unique perspectives and practical advice. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn from one another and enhance your teaching practice.

We invite you to submit an expression of interest to present either individually or as a team! Whether you have a fresh idea or a proven approach, we’d love to hear from you. Submissions from early career and doctoral students will be prioritised. Suggested themes include:

• Assessment design
• Teaching innovation
• AI and accounting
• Student engagement
• Practical hacks for improving teaching effectiveness
• Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG)
• Diversity, equity and inclusion
• Working accounting education research papers

Please submit a max. 500-word abstract that describes the focus of your presentation and how it benefits AFAANZ SIG 5 members to the committee at nicola.beatson@otago.ac.nz.  

• Abstract submission deadline is Monday, 14^th April. Earlier submission is encouraged.
• Outcomes will be notified by 1 May 2025, and successful applicants must confirm attendance by 15 May 2025.

We are excited to welcome you all to Brisbane for what promises to be an engaging and enriching experience.

The SIG5 Committee:

Nicola Beatson, Ellie Chapple, Victoria Clout, Scott Copeland, Matt Dyki, Tairan (Kevin) Huang, Hoa Luong, Nick McGuigan, Lisa Powell, Maggie Singorahardjo, Meredith Tharapos, Kristina Vojvoda, Paul Wells and Amanda White.

MEMBERSHIP

To become a member of the Accounting Education SIG you will first need to become a member of AFAANZ, The fee for AFAANZ membership is AU$137.50 including GST for applicants residing in Australia and AU$125 for applicants residing outside Australia. Note that membership is based on a calendar year.

The fee for the Accounting Education SIG is AU$22 including GST for applicants residing in Australia and AU$20 for applicants residing outside Australia. Click on the purchase button to gain access to this SIG. You may also "Join this Group" further below to be keep up to date with the latest news and events.