The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India ( ICAI ) has instituted the first “ICAI International Research Awards 2020”.
The ICAI President, CA Alok Kumar Gupta said that Research has been integral to the accounting profession since the formation of the Institute. The Institute shares useful research inputs to the government from time to time and many of its suggestions form part of policy formation and changes. As a major thrust to the Accounting research, ICAI has initiated a number of projects to encourage research-based activities in academia by keen researchers.
He also said that, In this direction, to recognize the research contribution in the areas of international and societal importance, ICAI instituted the first “ICAI International Research Awards 2020” which could be considered as the World’s Largest Cross Border Competition in the Accountancy sector. It is envisaged that over the period of time, such quality research will provide valuable inputs to address many environmental, social and corporate governance issues for decision-makers towards improving sustainability.
The Jury for International research Awards was chaired by Dr. In-Ki Joo, Immediate Past President, International Federation of Accountants (IFAC) and other members of the Jury Panel were eminent individuals having an international presence from five different continents.
A total of 92 Research Papers from ten different countries namely the United States, Australia, South Africa, UAE, Netherland, Turkey, Oman, Bahrain, Nigeria, and India were received. The award presentation ceremony for “ICAI International Research Awards 2020” coincided with “ICAI Awards for Excellence in Financial Reporting 2019-20”.
Further, ICAI continues its legacy to honor stellar individuals and organized 14th ICAI Awards, 2020 on 20th January 2021. During the award ceremony, the Chartered Accountants who have excelled in their organization and have brought a good name to the profession were honored.
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