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Professor Dr. John Chandler

Associate Professor

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Biography

John Chandler is an Associate Professor Emeritus at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, with a rich history in accounting education and management. He has a Ph.D. from Ohio State University and has been heavily involved in teaching and curriculum development over the years. Dr. Chandler has also served as a consultant and held multiple positions within the university, including director of various accounting programs. His research focuses on control systems in not-for-profit organizations and the applications of machine learning in addressing business challenges. He has published several articles in renowned accounting education journals, contributing to the understanding of management accounting practices and the implications of business risk. His past roles include working with the U.S. Department of Agriculture and consulting internationally.

Research Interests

Control Systems Not-for-Profit Organizations Machine Learning Applications Business Problems

Experience

Associate Professor Emeritus

2015-01-01 — Present

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign • Champaign, IL

Teaching and research in accounting control systems and management accounting.

Consultant

2012-01-01 — 2013-01-01

Chartered Accountants Ireland •

Provided consulting services to enhance accounting practices.

Director, BS/MS Program

2011-01-01 — 2015-01-01

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign • Champaign, IL

Oversaw curriculum and program development for the BS/MS accounting program.

Director, MAS Program

1998-01-01 — 2011-01-01

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign • Champaign, IL

Managed the Master of Accounting Science program.

Associate Professor

1984-01-01 — 2015-01-01

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign • Champaign, IL

Engaged in teaching and research activities.

Assistant Professor

1978-01-01 — 1984-01-01

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign • Champaign, IL

Conducted research and taught undergraduate accounting courses.

Lecturer

1977-01-01 — 1978-01-01

Ohio State University •

Taught courses in accounting and provided academic support.

Management Analyst

1973-01-01 — 1973-01-01

U.S. Department of Agriculture •

Analyzed management processes within the department.

Computer Programmer Systems Analyst

1972-01-01 — 1973-01-01

U.S. Department of Agriculture •

Developed and managed computer systems for data analysis.

Requirements for University of Illinois

Master Program

Requirements

GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:103
GRE General

Prerequisites

Mathematical background Linear Algebra Calculus

Application Checklist

  • Online application
  • Unofficial transcripts
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Resume/CV

Specialization Notes

GRE is optional for admission to all graduate programs in Statistics. Full status admission requires higher language scores than limited status.