Teaching

Education Mission

Facilitate a learning environment where students go a little further up their mountain. In doing so, they become better versions of themselves.

Words of Inspiration from Karl R. Popper

“Whenever a theory appears to you as the only possible one, take this as a sign that you have neither understood the theory nor the problem which it was intended to solve.”

Current Courses

Accounting Research

Graduate Level Course: Explore the diverse dimensions of financial accounting theory, covering topics like regulatory frameworks, international accounting, behavioral research, and social reporting. Students will hone critical thinking and decision-making skills essential for navigating the complexities of modern accounting, aligning with the American Accounting Association’s Pathways Vision Model for developing innovative, impactful professionals.

Financial Accounting

Undergraduate Level Course: Sharpens students’ understanding of financial accounting and critical thinking by exploring how it serves investors, creditors, regulators, and tax authorities. Students will master the concepts and relationships behind primary financial statements, learn to process transactions through the accounting cycle, and develop the skills to use financial information for informed business decisions.

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)

Graduate & Undergraduate Level Course: This curriculum equips graduate and undergraduate students to understand how the tax system impacts low-income individuals while gaining hands-on experience preparing federal and state tax returns for U.S. and foreign taxpayers. Students will build skills in tax preparation, research, client communication, and confident problem-solving, all while making a meaningful contribution to the community.

teaching experience and achievements

Other Academic involvements

International Teaching: Teaching courses in other countries, showcasing a global teaching perspective.
Business Case Competitions: Coaching students for national and international competitions, with notable success.
Executive Education: Teaching courses for Executive MBA programs, emphasizing professional-level education.
Variety of Courses: Covering topics like Cost Accounting, Managerial Accounting, and Strategy.

Mentorship and Growth: Reflecting on the mutual learning and personal growth gained from working with over 600 students.

Course Evaluations

Scores

At the end of each term, students rate their professors on a 1-to-5 scale, with 5 being “excellent.” While not the only measure of success, I value transparency and have included the average evaluation scores for every course I’ve independently taught, based on feedback from over 600 students—a statistically meaningful sample. For additional insight, I’ve also included comments from my current courses.

Overall instructor rating

Accounting research = 4.9

Financial Accounting = 4.93

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) = 4.9

Case Competition = 4.95

Cost Accounting = 4.85

Executive Education (EMBA) = 4.75

Managerial Accounting = 4.8

Strategy = 4.7

Testimonials

Student Comments (Graduate Accounting Research):

“I have always dreaded the thought of accounting research, but now I’m actually considering a PhD.”

“There is certainly a method to Ed’s madness, and as it turns out its not at all madness. I learned a lot about who I am and who I want to be as a student, person, and professional. His unique approach to the class is challenging, but it helps us learn and find out what we are good at. I am thankful for Ed challenging me in so many aspects of my life/education.”

“Ed’s class is probably the hardest I have ever taken. While he expects a lot from students he also makes it very clear what is expected and is always available to help.”

Student Comments (Financial Accounting)

“His overall mastery and ability to convey the information was a major factor in my success.”

“Ed does an impeccable job of motivating students to show a high degree of commitment to this class.”

“Ed got to know all of his students by name, little things about their lives and generally cared about our well-being and education.”

Student Comments (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance)

“I have grown as a human being and as an accountant from this course.”

“The hands on experience with taxes and the tax software were amazing.”

“I learned how to complete foreign tax returns!” Sitting one-on-one with someone challenged me to be a better version of myself.”