A critical theory perspective on the pressures, contradictions and dilemmas faced by entry-level accounting academics
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Article Title | A critical theory perspective on the pressures, contradictions and dilemmas faced by entry-level accounting academics |
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ERA Journal ID | 19083 |
Article Category | Article |
Authors | |
Author | James, Kieran |
Journal Title | Critical Perspectives on Accounting |
Journal Citation | 19 (8), pp. 1263-1295 |
Number of Pages | 33 |
Year | 2008 |
Place of Publication | Amsterdam, Netherlands |
ISSN | 1045-2354 |
1095-9955 | |
Digital Object Identifier (DOI) | https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cpa.2008.01.008 |
Abstract | This paper is a study of the accounting academic labour market and workplace conditions. Its particular focus is on the pressures, contradictions and dilemmas experienced by junior (Level A and B) accounting academics at Australian universities. It is argued that, due to work, personal and family pressures, many junior staff members may struggle to complete their PhD within a prescribed time frame. The reasons for this are discussed, as well as the likely effects. The Marxist concept of 'alienation' is explored in detail to explain how a junior staff member’s work 'product' may take on a life of its own which stands up in opposition to her/him, to accuse her/him. The writings of the first-generation critical theorist, Herbert Marcuse, are used to suggest a radical path forward for the junior staff member. She/he is encouraged to take charge of her/his own destiny from within, value personal relationships, and pursue scholarship for its own sake. Opportunities for resistance are also explored in the paper. |
Keywords | academic work conditions |
ANZSRC Field of Research 2020 | 390303. Higher education |
350101. Accounting theory and standards | |
390103. Economics, business and management curriculum and pedagogy | |
Public Notes | File reproduced in accordance with the copyright policy of the publisher/author. |
Byline Affiliations | School of Accounting, Economics and Finance |
https://research.usq.edu.au/item/9yxyq/a-critical-theory-perspective-on-the-pressures-contradictions-and-dilemmas-faced-by-entry-level-accounting-academics
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