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Abstract

Accounting has evolved as a direct response to economic necessities, making it imperative for the field to adapt to radical shifts in the business environment, including intensified competition, the technological revolution in information and communications, the expansion of financial markets, the rise of multinational corporations, globalization, and the increasing emphasis on environmental protection and social responsibility. Consequently, the role of accountants has transcended the traditional preparation of financial statements to encompass the distribution, development, and analysis of financial and economic data, a transition that demands exceptional proficiency and new skill sets to ensure that accounting services remain value-driven and of high quality for all stakeholders. This quality of information is intrinsically linked to the excellence of the accounting profession, which, in turn, correlates positively with the quality of accounting education and training. Given this reciprocal relationship, there is an urgent need for practitioners and academics to collaborate effectively to bridge the gap between labor market requirements and the competencies of university graduates. Ultimately, the accounting profession must define and communicate the core capabilities required for modern practice to the academic community, enabling educators to realign curricula and expand pedagogical tools to produce highly competent professionals, thereby underscoring that the advancement of the field is a shared responsibility between the profession and the educational sector.

DOI

10.33095/jeas.v14i49.1375

Subject Area

Accounting

First Page

180

Last Page

194

Rights

http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0

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