386. Rethinking Accounting Education in the Age of AI

Dr. Mfon Akpan, Assistant Professor of Accounting at Methodist University joins Blake and David for a conversation on the impact of AI on accounting education, the challenges faced by accounting graduates entering the workforce, and the future of the CPA profession. Dr. Akpan shares his insights on incorporating AI into the classroom and the importance of lifelong learning in the rapidly evolving world of technology.

01:43 AI in Accounting Education
02:34 Prompting Techniques for AI
04:21 Practical Applications of AI in Accounting
05:37 Challenges and Benefits of AI in Education
06:45 Incorporating AI into Accounting Curriculum
13:49 Debate on Accounting Education and Skills Gap
22:33 The 5th Year Requirement for CPAs
32:40 The Value of Personal Interaction in Education
33:21 The Importance of Smaller Class Sizes
35:12 The Role of AI in Education
37:50 Improving Salaries in the Accounting Profession
39:30 The Impact of Technology on Accounting Jobs
40:16 Balancing Work and Life in Accounting
51:32 The Future of Accounting Education
55:33 Embracing AI in Accounting
58:36 Final Thoughts and Conclusion

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Website: https://mfonakpan.com/
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