SAF professor Dr. Krista Fiolleau co-leads a new study revealing how automation is reshaping the role of junior auditors.
As Earth Day prompts reflection on sustainability, Dr. Elizabeth Demers, professor at the School of Accounting and Finance, helps unpack the complexities of greenwashing in corporate reporting in this insightful Q&A. From new legislation to misleading ESG scores, learn why spotting the difference between real and performative environmental action is more important—and more complicated—than ever.
The School of Accounting and Finance congratulates Professor Emeritus Ken Vetzal on receiving the 2024 Chris Daykin Prize from the International Actuarial Association.
Recent rhetoric has emerged alleging that U.S. banks aren’t allowed to do business in Canada, which is untrue. U.S. banks have been operating in Canada for well over a century with 16 U.S.-based bank subsidiaries and branches managing $113 billion in assets here in the country.
James Thompson, SAF professor and co-director of the Computing and Financial Management program, breaks down how U.S. banks operate in Canada—challenging misconceptions and offering key insights on cross-border banking.
Researcher from the School of Accounting and Finance cautions that clear regulatory oversight is needed to protect investors.
The topic of sustainability is becoming increasingly popular in the investment world with sustainable investing creating a large global impact. This significant shift lead the School of Accounting and Finance's (SAF) Dr. Adam Vitalis and his co-authors to research how green labels attract investors to certain projects which can open the door to greenwashing.
Dr. Adam Presslee explores the challenges of turning creative ideas into workable solutions.
Collaborating with researchers from Xiamen University and Texas Tech University, his recent study examines how teams with different skill sets generate and refine ideas using advanced neuroimaging technology.
SAF PhD student Jillian Adams is recognized for her achievements as the 2024 Faculty of Arts valedictorian.
New research by the Waterloo's School of Accounting and Finance explores how penalty severity and social norms impact tax compliance, especially in the context of COVID-19 relief fraud.
SAF Professor is being recognized for his contributions to accounting research.
Three SAF professors will receive the Distinguished Professor Emeriti award in 2024.