Accounting in the media

Grant Samkin

Qualitative Research in Accounting & Management, 2010, vol. 7, issue 3, 237-248

Abstract: Purpose - The purpose of this paper is to provide an introduction and overview of the various papers in this special issue. Design/methodology/approach - This takes the form of a discussion paper that explores a number of issues relating to accounting in the media. Findings - The paper describes a variety of theoretical, methodological and empirical approaches used in the papers for this special issue. In addition, the paper suggests that although the media have provided a rich source of data that has informed accounting research, the use of media and media texts will remain a fertile area of research. Practical implications - The portrayal of accounting in the media is of interest to accounting researchers, practitioners, trainees and auditors. Originality/value - This special issue provides a range of examples of accounting in the media and sets an agenda for future research.

Keywords: Accounting; Corporate communications; Information media (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2010
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DOI: 10.1108/11766091011072738

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