Prof. Graça Azevedo, University of Aveiro, Portugal
Graça Maria do Carmo Azevedo is a Principal Coordinating Professor at the Institute of Accounting and Administration, University of Aveiro, Portugal. 👩🏫 She holds a Ph.D. in Management with a specialization in Accounting from ISCTE (2006) 🎓 and serves as the Director of the Ph.D. Program in Accounting at the University of Aveiro. Dr. Azevedo is an active researcher in corporate governance, sustainability reporting, and the impact of technology on accounting 🌍📊. She is a member of several high-impact journal editorial boards and has published extensively in leading journals. Dr. Azevedo is also a dedicated mentor to doctoral and master’s students. 👥📖
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Suitability for Best Researcher Award
Dr. Graça Maria do Carmo Azevedo is highly suitable for a Best Researcher Award due to her distinguished academic career, impactful research contributions, and leadership in the field of accounting and management. Her work in corporate governance, sustainability reporting, and technological advancements in accounting reflects a deep commitment to advancing both theoretical and practical aspects of her field.
Education & Experience
📚 Education:
- 🎓 Ph.D. in Management (Accounting) – ISCTE (2006)
- 📈 Master’s in Accounting and Business Finance – Universidade Aberta (2000)
- 💼 Bachelor’s in Accounting and Auditing – ISCA-UA (1995)
👩🏫 Professional Experience:
- 🌟 Principal Coordinating Professor – Institute of Accounting and Administration, University of Aveiro
- 🎯 Director, Ph.D. Program in Accounting – University of Aveiro
- 🏆 Member – University’s Performance Evaluation Coordinating Council & Scientific Council for Human Resources
Professional Development
Dr. Azevedo is a recognized leader in the accounting and management field 🏅📈. As a Principal Coordinating Professor at the University of Aveiro, she plays a key role in shaping the academic and research landscape in accounting 👩🏫. She serves on the editorial boards of top-tier journals, including Accounting and Finance Research and Social Responsibility Journal 📝🌍. Her expertise spans corporate governance, political connections, and the influence of technological advancements on accounting practices 🌐💼. Dr. Azevedo is also an influential mentor, having guided numerous doctoral and master’s students through successful research projects. 👥🎯
Research Focus
Dr. Azevedo’s research centers on corporate governance, sustainability reporting, and the political and technological dimensions of accounting 🌍📊. She explores how corporate governance structures influence financial transparency and business performance 🏢📉. Her work on sustainability reporting examines how companies integrate environmental and social responsibility into their financial disclosures 🌿💼. Dr. Azevedo also investigates the impact of political connections on business decisions and the evolving role of new technologies in reshaping accounting practices 🚀💻. Her research has been widely cited and published in high-impact journals like Sustainability and European Journal of Management Studies 🏆📰.
Awards & Honors
🏅 Best Paper Award – European Accounting Conference
🎯 Outstanding Research Award – International Conference on Accounting and Finance
📢 Excellence in Teaching Award – University of Aveiro
🌍 Editorial Board Membership – Accounting and Finance Research, Social Responsibility Journal
👥 Mentorship Recognition – University of Aveiro for excellence in doctoral supervision
Publication Top Notes:
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Evolution and Challenges of Sustainability Reporting in the Banking Sector: A Systematic Literature Review
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Systematic Review in Financialization Politics: The Role of Corporate Governance and Managerial Compensation
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Effects of Taxation on Innovation and Implications for the Sustainable Development Goals: Literature Review – 1 citation 📄
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Artificial Intelligence Approaches to Sustainable Accounting