Dr. Ken Trotman

Professor

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Biography

Ken Trotman is a Scientia Professor and Head of the School of Accounting at the University of New South Wales, a position he has held since February 2000. With extensive international experience, he has held visiting appointments at notable institutions including Cornell University, the University of Michigan, and the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. His primary research interests lie in judgment and decision-making in accounting, particularly focusing on the judgments made by auditors. Ken has published in leading international journals such as the Accounting Review, Journal of Accounting Research, and Auditing: A Journal of Practice & Theory, contributing significantly to the academic field. He has held leadership roles including President of the Accounting and Finance Association of Australia and New Zealand and has been recognized with several prestigious awards, including a life membership from AFAANZ and an induction into the Australian Accounting Hall of Fame in 2011. Furthermore, Ken has received numerous accolades for his teaching and research contributions, including the 2020 Australia Day Honours as a Member of the Order of Australia for his significant service to education, particularly in the field of accounting.

Research Interests

Experience

Head

2000-02-01 — Present

School of Accounting, University of New South Wales • Sydney, Australia

Leading the School of Accounting and overseeing academic programs and research.

Awards

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Outstanding Contribution to Accounting Literature

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Outstanding Auditing Educator Award

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Notable Contribution to Auditing Literature Award

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Notable (Lifetime) Contribution Award

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Outstanding Doctoral Dissertation Supervisor Award

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Outstanding Research (Inaugural Professorial) Award

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Member of the Order of Australia

Requirements for University of New South Wales

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:23
Reading
Required:23
Writing
Required:23
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:54
Reading
Required:54
Writing
Required:54
Speaking
Required:54
Overall
Required:64
Prerequisites
Recognised Bachelor degree Minimum 1 year relevant work experience for certain streams
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Language Proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Personal Statement
  • Copy of Passport
Specialization Notes

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