Dr. Robert Biscontri

Associate Professor

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Biography

Robert Biscontri is an Associate Dean at the Asper School of Business, University of Manitoba. He specializes in undergraduate international programs and teaches a variety of courses in the field of accounting. Robert has a strong research focus on earnings forecasting and management, accounting information systems, and pharmaceutical cost-effectiveness among other topics. His work contributes significantly to the understanding of managerial financial accounting and data analytics. Robert's teaching interests align with his research, and he has extensive experience in delivering undergraduate and postgraduate courses, including Accounting Information Systems and International Study Tours. He is passionate about advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and strives to integrate these principles into his research and teaching ethos. His academic background and professional experience make him a respected figure in his field.

Research Interests

Earnings Forecast Earnings Management Neural Networks Accounting Database Modelling Accounting Information Systems Pharmaco-economics Pharmaceutical Cost Effectiveness Accounting Education

Courses

Introductory Managerial Accounting Accounting Information Systems Accounting 2 International Study Tour Accounting Managers Management Accounting Information Systems Contemporary Issues Accounting Information Systems Management Accounting Information Systems Accounting Strategic Management

Requirements for University of Manitoba

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:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
Prerequisites
Baccalaureate degree in nursing or equivalent Professional registration as RN or RPN Research Methods course (min grade C+) Introductory Statistics course (min grade C+)
Application Checklist
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  • Two letters of recommendation
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  • Proof of professional registration
  • Criminal Record Check
  • Child Abuse Registry Check
  • Adult Abuse Registry Check
Specialization Notes

Streams include Education, Administration, or Clinical.