Assoc Prof Dr. Rasha Mahboub | AI in Accounting | Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Rasha Mahboub, Beirut Arab University, Lebanon

Dr. Mahboub is an accomplished Associate Professor at Beirut Arab University’s Accounting Department, where she has advanced from Teaching Assistant in 2012 to her current role in 2022. With extensive experience teaching both undergraduate and postgraduate courses, she excels in mentoring students in complex accounting topics. Her research, focused on financial disclosure strategies in the MENA region, includes notable studies such as her PhD thesis on “Impression Management Using Discretionary Narrative Disclosure Strategies” and publications like “Impression Management in Chairmen’s Letters.” These contributions offer valuable insights into corporate communication and governance. Dr. Mahboub’s teaching covers advanced accounting topics, and she is actively involved in supervising senior projects, demonstrating her commitment to both academic excellence and practical application in accounting.

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Academic and Professional Experience:

Dr. Mahboub has a solid academic background, progressing from a Teaching Assistant in 2012 to an Associate Professor in 2022 at the Accounting Department of Beirut Arab University. Her academic journey demonstrates a steady growth in expertise and a deep commitment to the field of accounting education. This extensive teaching experience, covering both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, highlights her ability to educate and mentor students in various complex accounting topics.

Research Contributions:

Dr. Mahboub’s research focuses on critical areas of accounting, particularly in the MENA region. Her PhD thesis, titled “Impression Management Using Discretionary Narrative Disclosure Strategies: An Empirical Study of Banks’ Annual Reports in the MENA Region,” underlines her specialization in financial disclosure strategies and their impact. Her research provides valuable insights into how companies in the MENA region manage impressions through their financial reporting, contributing significantly to the field of accounting and corporate governance.

Her published works, such as “Impression Management in Chairmen’s Letters: An Empirical Study of Banks’ Annual Reports in MENA Region” and “A Study of Discretionary Narrative Disclosure Strategies of the Most and Least Profitable MENA Region Banks,” further establish her as a thought leader in this area. These studies are critical in understanding corporate communication strategies and their implications for stakeholders.

Publications and Research Impact:

Dr. Mahboub has a consistent record of publications in reputable journals, which is a testament to her active engagement in research. Her work on the implementation of the Balanced Scorecard (BSC) in private universities also reflects her interest in applying accounting principles to improve organizational performance in educational institutions. This blend of practical and theoretical research demonstrates her versatility and ability to address a range of issues in accounting.

Teaching and Curriculum Development:

Dr. Mahboub has taught a wide array of accounting courses at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Her ability to teach advanced topics such as Advanced Cost and Managerial Accounting, Financial Statement Analysis, and Advanced Auditing shows her depth of knowledge in the field. Moreover, her involvement in supervising senior projects and internships further indicates her commitment to nurturing the next generation of accounting professionals.

Publication Top Notes:

• Title: Main Determinants of Financial Reporting Quality in the Lebanese Banking Sector

  • Citations: 128

  • Year: 2017

• Title: The Impact of Information and Communication Technology Investments on the Performance of Lebanese Banks

  • Citations: 52

  • Year: 2018

• Title: The Determinants of Forward-Looking Information Disclosure in Annual Reports of Lebanese Commercial Banks

  • Citations: 29

  • Year: 2019

• Title: The Impact of Social Media Usage on Performance of the Banking Sector in Middle East and North Africa Countries

  • Citations: 24

  • Year: 2018

• Title: Auditors’ Perceptions Towards the Effectiveness of the International Standard on Auditing 240 Red Flags: Evidence from Lebanon

  • Citations: 7

  • Year: 2019