Derrald Stice | Accounting | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Derrald Stice | Accounting | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Derrald Stice, University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong

Prof. Derrald Stice is an Associate Professor of Accounting at the University of Hong Kong (HKU) since 2019. He holds a Ph.D. in Business Administration (Accounting) from the University of North Carolina. His research interests include debt contracting, auditing, and firm innovation. Prof. Stice has published in top journals like Journal of Accounting and Economics and Journal of Business Finance and Accounting. He has taught various MBA and MAcc courses at HKU and HKUST, earning numerous teaching awards. He serves on editorial boards and is an academic trainer for Goldman Sachs. 📈🌍

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🎓 Academic Qualifications

Prof. Derrald Stice holds a Ph.D. in Business Administration (Accounting) from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Kenan-Flagler Business School, where he studied from August 2006 to May 2011. 🧠📊 His doctoral research equipped him with advanced expertise in accounting theory and financial reporting. Prior to that, he completed his B.Sc. in Accounting with a minor in Economics at Brigham Young University’s Marriott School of Management in Provo, Utah, from September 1999 to April 2006. 📘📈 His strong educational foundation reflects a commitment to academic excellence and a passion for business and economic analysis. 🎓💼

🎓 Teaching Experience

Prof. Derrald Stice has extensive teaching experience in financial and managerial accounting across top institutions. 📘 At the University of Hong Kong, he teaches courses such as Accounting for Business Decisions in the IMBA program, consistently earning top evaluations (e.g., 95.3/100, 94.5/100). 🌟 He also teaches Financial Accounting and Decision Making in the MBA program (97.9/100) and Advanced Managerial Decision-Making in the MAcc program (100/100). 📊 At HKUST, he taught various accounting courses at undergraduate, MSc, and MBA levels—including programs in Saudi Arabia. 🧑‍🏫 His teaching career began at UNC Chapel Hill and BYU. 📚

🏅 Honours and Awards

Prof. Derrald Stice has been consistently recognized for his outstanding teaching and academic excellence. 🌟 He was awarded the IMBA Teaching Award in 2021 by HKU-Fudan University 🎓 and received the Franklin Prize for Teaching Excellence at HKUST in 2015. 🏆 He was also named among the Best 10 Lecturers on Campus at HKUST in 2012, a testament to his engaging teaching style and impact on students. 📘 Additionally, from 2012 to 2018, he earned repeated recognition through the Dean’s Letter of Teaching Recognition at HKUST, reflecting his sustained excellence in academia. 🎖️📚

🔬 Research Interests

Prof. Derrald Stice’s research primarily explores the intersection of accounting and financial decision-making. 📊 He focuses on how accounting information is used in debt contracting, examining its role in reducing information asymmetry between lenders and borrowers. 💼💵 His work also delves into auditing practices, analyzing how audit quality impacts financial transparency and investor confidence. ✅📘 Additionally, he investigates the relationship between accounting practices and firm innovation, assessing how financial reporting influences companies’ strategic innovation decisions. 💡🏢 His research contributes to a deeper understanding of the vital role accounting plays in corporate governance and economic development. 📈🔍

Publication Top Notes

  • 📘 The information role of audit opinions in debt contracting – 274 citations 📊, 2016 📅

  • 📘 The effect of bank monitoring on public bond terms – 69 citations 📊, 2019 📅

  • 📰 Stop the presses! Firm responses to newspaper closures – 39 citations 📊, 2021 📅

  • 💸 Cash flow problems can kill profitable companies – 30 citations 📊, 2017 📅

  • 🧾 Do banks care about analysts’ forecasts in loan contracts? – 26 citations 📊, 2018 📅

  • 🔍 Individual auditor quality and audit outcomes – 24 citations 📊, 2022 📅

  • ⚖️ Market response to implied debt covenant violations – 18 citations 📊, 2018 📅

  • 💡 Firm innovation and covenant tightness – 13 citations 📊, 2022 📅

  • 🧮 Teaching operating cash flow – 13 citations 📊, 2019 📅

  • 📝 Supply‐side determinants of debt covenant inclusion – 12 citations 📊, 2022 📅

Ahmad Abdo-Salloum | Taxation | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Ahmad Abdo-Salloum | Taxation | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Ahmad Abdo-Salloum, University of Balamand, Lebanon

Ahmad Abdo-Salloum is a highly skilled accounting and tax expert from Tripoli, Lebanon. With a PhD in Accounting (Lebanese University, 2022–Present) and an Executive MBA in Accounting & Audit (2010), he brings over a decade of teaching and consulting experience. Ahmad has worked as a Course Coordinator and Accounting & Tax Instructor at various institutions, including LIU, University of Balamand, and Azm University. He has published research on fraud and tax evasion in Lebanon. As a VAT & Income Tax Auditor at the Lebanese Ministry of Finance, he brings real-world expertise to his academic work. 🧑‍🏫📚💼📊

 

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Work Experience

Mr. Ahmad Abdo-Salloum is a seasoned Accounting & Tax Instructor with extensive experience across prestigious institutions, including the University of Balamand, Azm University, Beirut Arab University, and the Lebanese International University (LIU). From 2017 to 2023, he served as Course Coordinator at LIU, ensuring the consistency of course content and assisting the MBA director. He also provided consultancy in Accounting and Finance for the European Institute of Cooperation & Development (IECD). Beyond his academic roles, Mr. Abdo-Salloum actively participated in volunteering activities, organizing fundraising events for students at LIU. His dedication to both teaching and community engagement highlights his professional commitment. 🌍📚

 

Academic Background & Certifications 🎓📜

Mr. Ahmad Abdo-Salloum holds a PhD in Accounting from Lebanese University (2022–Present), building on his Master of Research (MS) in Accounting & Finance (2022) from the same institution. He also earned an Executive MBA in Accounting & Audit in 2010. Continuing his professional development, he completed the Green Skills for a Green Economy certification with Deloitte in 2024. Additionally, he participated in the TOT – STEAM, Mindset, and Divergent Thinking training by Tatweer Baladna, in collaboration with the US Embassy in 2022. These qualifications reflect his dedication to continuous learning and expertise in accounting and sustainable practices. 🌱📘

 

Achievements 🏆🎓

Mr. Ahmad Abdo-Salloum was honored with the Distinguished Teacher Award in 2015, recognized as the Best Business Instructor across LIU’s 9 campuses. This prestigious award was a result of his exceptional teaching abilities and was voted on by students, instructors, coordinators, assistant deans, chairpersons, and deans. His dedication to fostering a positive learning environment and delivering high-quality instruction has earned him this well-deserved recognition. This accolade reflects his commitment to excellence in education and his positive impact on both students and the academic community. 🌟📚

 

Research Focus

Mr. Ahmad Abdo-Salloum’s research primarily focuses on Accounting Education, Taxation, and the adoption of technology in accounting practices. His recent study, “Accounting Students’ Technology Readiness, Perceptions, and Digital Competence Toward Artificial Intelligence Adoption in Accounting Curricula”, explores how future accountants adapt to emerging technologies like AI in their educational journey. Additionally, his research on the Fraud Triangle Theory and Income Tax Evasion in Lebanon addresses critical issues in tax compliance and fraud prevention. His work contributes to both the academic understanding of accounting and the practical application of technology and tax regulations. 📚🔍

 

Publication Top Notes

  • Accounting Students’ Technology Readiness, Perceptions, and Digital Competence Toward Artificial Intelligence Adoption in Accounting Curricula – AM Abdo-Salloum, HY Al-Mousawi, Journal of Accounting Education, 70, 100951, 2025 📚💻
  • Fraud Triangle Theory and Income Tax Evasion in Lebanon – AM Abdo-Salloum, HY Al-Mousawi, 2023 📊🧾

 

Edmore Munjeyi | Taxation | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Edmore Munjeyi | Taxation | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Edmore Munjeyi, North West University, Botswana

Dr. Edmore Munjeyi 🎓 is a seasoned academic currently pursuing a PhD in Taxation at North West University, focusing on developing AI frameworks to combat tax noncompliance in Botswana. He holds a PhD in Accounting from Nelson Mandela University (2022), where he developed a framework for digitalizing tax revenue in Zimbabwe’s informal sector. With an MCom and BCom (Honours) from Great Zimbabwe University, his expertise spans taxation, accounting, and financial management. Dr. Munjeyi has served as Senior Lecturer at BA ISAGO University and Lecturer at Solusi University, contributing to research, teaching, and community service. 📊👨‍🏫

 

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Education and Qualifications 🎓

Dr. Munjeyi is currently pursuing his second PhD in Taxation at North West University, where his research focuses on developing an artificial intelligence framework to combat tax noncompliance in Botswana. He completed his first PhD in Accounting from Nelson Mandela University in 2022, developing a framework for digitalizing tax revenue collection for the informal economic sector in Zimbabwe. His academic background is further enriched with a Master’s degree (MCom in Accounting) from Great Zimbabwe University, where he tackled issues like revenue leakages in local councils through digital tools. His qualifications demonstrate a clear trajectory in tackling complex financial and tax issues through digitalization, making his work relevant to the current challenges in taxation and public revenue management.

Academic Experience 👨‍🏫

Dr. Munjeyi has over a decade of experience in academia. Between 2016 and 2022, he served as a Senior Lecturer at BA ISAGO University, and prior to that, as a Lecturer at Solusi University. His roles have involved teaching accounting-related modules, supervising both undergraduate and postgraduate students, and contributing to research and community services. His experience in lecturing and curriculum development further highlights his leadership and influence in the academic community.

Research Focus 🔍

Dr. Munjeyi’s research consistently focuses on integrating technology with taxation and financial management, especially in informal economies. His PhD theses, both completed and ongoing, emphasize the use of digital and AI frameworks to improve tax compliance and revenue collection. This approach addresses key issues in developing economies, particularly in the Southern African region, where informal sectors dominate. His research contributions align with current global trends in leveraging technology for economic development, making him a standout in this field.

Contributions and Impact 🌍

Dr. Munjeyi’s work in digitalizing taxation processes and improving financial management frameworks has potential for significant real-world applications, particularly in countries struggling with revenue leakages and noncompliance. His academic research not only addresses critical challenges but also proposes innovative solutions that can be implemented on a larger scale, benefiting both governments and taxpayers. This combination of impactful research and practical application strengthens his case for recognition.

Conclusion 🏆

Dr. Edmore Munjeyi is a highly suitable candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His work on integrating technology and artificial intelligence into taxation frameworks offers valuable insights into addressing some of the most pressing issues in developing economies.

Publication Top Notes

  • “A framework for skills development for employability in Botswana’s competitive accounting environment” | Acta Commercii | 2024  📑
  • “A framework for digitalising tax revenue collection for the informal economic sphere in Zimbabwe” | Cogent Economics & Finance | 2024  💻
  • “People with Disabilities and Women Vending on the Streets: Punitive and Exclusion Policies in the City of Masvingo and Mutare” | African Journal of Gender, Society and Development | 2024  📚
  • “A Qualitative Diagnosis of Factors Influencing Presumptive Tax Collection in Zimbabwe” | South Asian Journal of Business and Management Cases | 2024  📊