BUS-A 604 Colloquium in Accounitng Research

• Half semester
• 1.5 credits

This doctoral seminar centers on the critical evaluation of accounting research presented in academic workshops. Students engage in pre-workshop discussions, prepare structured paper summaries using the “what, why, how” format and Libby boxes, and formulate thoughtful questions to pose during colloquium sessions. The course emphasizes developing the ability to critique research design, assess methodological choices, and propose meaningful extensions. Students also submit two original research ideas inspired by workshop papers. Through active participation and analytical writing, the course fosters skills in research evaluation, idea generation, and scholarly communication.