Dr. Grant Richardson

Professor

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Biography

Grant Richardson is a Professor in Accounting at Macquarie University. He has held senior full-time and part-time positions at leading academic institutions worldwide, including Monash University, the University of Adelaide, and the University of New South Wales in Australia, as well as institutions in China and the United States. His extensive research has been published in prestigious journals across disciplines such as accounting, business, finance, economics, and law. Professor Richardson's notable contributions have led to recognition in Stanford University's list of highly cited researchers in the accounting discipline. His research focuses primarily on capital markets, particularly financial accounting, corporate finance, corporate governance, and corporate social responsibility. He has served as an Associate Editor for the Journal of Contemporary Accounting and Economics and participates in editorial boards for several reputable accounting journals. Additionally, he regularly consults for industry and government on financial accounting and taxation policy, both in Australia and internationally.

Research Interests

Requirements for Macquarie University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:94
PTE
Listening
Required:58
Reading
Required:58
Writing
Required:58
Speaking
Required:58
Overall
Required:65
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from a recognised institution Minimum 3 years full-time equivalent work experience at a managerial/professional level
Application Checklist
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  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Statement of Motivation
  • Evidence of Work Experience
Specialization Notes

Applied to Department of Business (MBA Program).