What Role Does Mathematics Play in Accounting Performance? A Focus on Students' Beliefs and Attitudes

• In Event: Issues in Accounting II

Abstract

This study examined students’ attitudes toward mathematics, and beliefs in mathematics’ influence on accounting learning. It also explored how these two factors correlate to students’ scores in accounting courses. This study found that students believed that being good at math is a necessary, but not a sufficient, condition for performing well in accounting. Students who performed well in accounting usually showed a relatively positive attitude towards math.

Authors

• Senfeng Liang, University of Wisconsin Stevens Point

• Ruixue Du, University of Wisconsin Stevens Point

• Christine Schalow, University of Wisconsin Stevens Point