Developing accountants

1. What is the main objective of the study discussed in the document?

• To analyze the financial performance of accounting firms

• To explore how universities, employing organizations, and professional associations prepare early career accountants for new technology

• To evaluate the impact of traditional accounting methods

• To compare accounting practices in different countries

1. Which group was generally more positive about organizational training systems?

• 1. Managers/Recruiters

• 1. University Professors

• 1. Professional Associations

• 1. Early Career Accountants

1. What did managers/recruiters express greater confidence in?

• 1. Professional associations’ training programs

• 1. Universities’ ability to develop necessary skills

• 1. In-house training programs

• 1. Online courses

1. Which stakeholder is valued for providing hands-on experience with relevant technologies?

• 1. Universities

• 1. Employing Organizations

• 1. Professional Associations

• 1. Government Agencies

1. What are some of the emergent technologies mentioned in the document?

• 1. Blockchain, robotic process automation, AI, big data analytics, and cloud-based software

• 1. ) Traditional accounting software, manual bookkeeping, and paper-based records

• 1. Social media, mobile apps, and e-commerce platforms

• None of the above

1. What are some barriers to the adoption of new technologies in accounting?

• 1. Lack of interest from accountants

• 1. High costs of traditional methods

• 1. Organizational context and the need for continuous learning

• 1. Limited access to the internet

1. What is one of the challenges universities face in integrating technology-related skills into the curriculum?

• 1. Lack of interest from students

• 1. Overcrowded curricula and lack of resources

• 1. High costs of new technologies

• 1. Resistance from faculty members

1. Why is in-house training important for early career accountants?

• 1. It replaces the need for university education

• 1. It focuses solely on theoretical knowledge

• 1. It is cheaper than university education

• 1. It provides structured formal training and informal on-the-job learning

1. What role do professional associations play in the development of early career accountants?

• 1. Providing basic accounting education

• 1. Conducting financial audits

• 1. Offering continuing professional development (CPD) and training

• 1. Managing accounting firms

1. What should universities emphasize to build technology-related skills during university years?

• 1. Practical application, personal agency, and industry collaboration

• Theoretical knowledge and traditional methods

• 1. Manual bookkeeping and paper-based records

• 1. None of the above