Dr. Prince Sackey Teye - Financial Auditing - Best Researcher Award
Jean Moulin Lyon 3 University, iaelyon, Magellan, Lyon, France - France
Professional Profile
Early Academic Pursuits
Prince Teye's academic journey began with a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting from the University of Cape Coast, Ghana, in 2016, where he graduated with First Class Honors. This foundation in accounting was further solidified by his Professional Certification in Accounting from the Institute of Chartered Accountants, Ghana, the same year. He continued his academic pursuit in finance, earning a Master’s degree in Finance with a specialization in Investment Banking from Grenoble Ecole de Management, France, in 2019. His commitment to academia culminated in a Doctorate in Management Sciences (Accounting and Finance) from Jean Moulin Lyon 3 University, France, in 2023. His thesis, titled "Behavioral Biases and Nudges in Auditing," was supervised by Jean François Gajewski and Marco Heimann and affiliated with the Magellan Research Center.
Professional Endeavors
Prince Teye has held significant academic positions, contributing to both research and teaching. He has been a Temporary Attaché for Research and Teaching at Université Lyon III Jean Moulin, France, from 2022 to 2024, where he taught various finance-related courses and supervised dissertations and internships. Additionally, he served as an Affiliate Professor at ESC Clermont Business School in 2022 and at ESSCA School of Management in 2021, teaching courses in quantitative methods, international finance, and financial auditing. His professional experience includes a role as an Internal Auditor at the University of Cape Coast, Ghana, from September 2016 to September 2017.
Contributions and Research Focus
Prince Teye's research focuses on behavioral biases and nudges in auditing, with a particular interest in how these factors influence professional skepticism. His notable publications include a book chapter on nudging to improve financial auditors’ behavior and a research article on enhancing auditors’ professional skepticism through an eye-tracking experiment. His papers under review and in progress explore various Financial Auditing aspects of cognitive biases, remote audits, and financial innovation adoption. He has also presented his research at numerous international and national conferences, contributing valuable insights to the field of accounting and auditing.
Accolades and Recognition
Prince Teye's research excellence has been recognized with various awards and funding. His publication "Enhancing auditors’ professional skepticism through nudges: an eye-tracking experiment" was provisionally selected for the "Best Researcher Award." He has received significant research funding, including a grant from the French National Research Agency (€300,000) to study the impact of remote work in auditing and Financial Auditing another from the Horizon European Union (€138,000) focusing on human capital and the growth of startups. These accolades underscore his impact and contributions to the field of accounting and finance.
Impact and Influence
Prince Teye’s work has significantly influenced the understanding of behavioral biases in auditing. His innovative research using eye-tracking experiments has provided new insights into enhancing professional skepticism among auditors. His exploration of remote audits has been Financial Auditing particularly timely, given the increasing reliance on remote work environments. His contributions have advanced both academic knowledge and practical applications in auditing and financial management.
Legacy and Future Contributions
Prince Teye's ongoing research and academic endeavors promise a continued legacy of impactful contributions to the fields of accounting and finance. His focus on behavioral biases, nudges, and remote audits positions him at the forefront of contemporary research challenges. As he continues to explore and address these complex issues, his work is likely to inspire future research and inform best practices in the auditing profession. His dedication to teaching and mentoring also ensures that his knowledge and insights will benefit future generations of finance and accounting professionals.