Attracting and retaining Maori students in accounting: issues, experiences and ways forward

Gallhofer, S. , Haslam, J., Kim, S.N. and Mariu, S. (1999) Attracting and retaining Maori students in accounting: issues, experiences and ways forward. Critical Perspectives on Accounting, 10(6), pp. 773-807. (doi: 10.1006/cpac.1998.0282)

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Abstract

Refers to previous research on issues of culture and ethnicity in education and accounting and outlines the history of the Maori of New Zealand following colonization with particular reference to cultural, economic and educational problems. Presents a study of Maori participation and experience at a university which, despite special commitment to meeting their needs, shows less than proportionate enrolments/completions. Quotes extensively from interviews with Maori students to illustrate their perceived problems and reactions to efforts to support them; and relates these themes to other research on the contrasts between Maori culture and Western accounting. Supports the idea of achieving greater Maori influence in the current system rather than separate Maori education, considers how this could work in practice and suggests that it could enrich accounting education for all students.

Item Type:Articles
Status:Published
Refereed:Yes
Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID:Gallhofer, Prof Sonja
Authors: Gallhofer, S., Haslam, J., Kim, S.N., and Mariu, S.
College/School:College of Social Sciences > Adam Smith Business School > Accounting and Finance
Journal Name:Critical Perspectives on Accounting
ISSN:1045-2354

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