August 2021 - Strategic Finance

Accounting Curricula in the Digital Age

Accounting programs can develop future talent by modernizing existing offerings so students can meet the needs of employers.

Excel: The Common Denominator

Proficiency in Excel is still a critical skill needed by all accounting graduates, regardless of their intended career path.

Adding Blockchain to Business Curricula

Given the impact of blockchain on finance, business schools need to integrate blockchain concepts within their curricula.

Teaching Ethics and AI For Finance

Accounting educators can prepare the students for tomorrow’s workplace by discussing ethical issues surrounding AI systems.

Today’s Graduates and the Pandemic

COVID-19 presented significant challenges for the recent accounting graduates that will impact their career trajectory.

2022 Student Case Competition: Maximizing Customer Value at The Cage

Assess the competitive position of a sports facility to formulate its business strategies and ensure customer engagement.

Back to the Boathouse

IMA members can take advantage of IMA’s many webinars, podcasts, certifications, and other educational opportunities.

IMA Life: Be Comfortable with the Uncomfortable

An IMA member writes about the benefits of IMA and the CMA certification and how they helped change her career path.

2021 IMA Student Manuscript Winner: UNLV IMA Student Chapter—COVID-19 Edition

The IMA Student Manuscript Competition winner describes how UNLV’s student chapter dealt with the challenges of the pandemic.

Taxes: Paycheck Protection Program Loan Deductions

Some small businesses that received a PPP loan are eligible for loan forgiveness based on what the loan was used for.

Tools of the Trade: August 2021

A look at Lenovo Yoga Tab 13, Nokia G20 smartphone, Kobo Elipsa e-book reader, and Lenovo Smart Clock 2.

Changes Ahead in Finance Education

Technology has to be continuously embedded in accounting programs to help students keep pace with changes in the profession.

Excel: Show Changes Debuts

The Show Changes feature on Excel keeps track of all changes made on a worksheet for the last 60 days.

Reviewers Wanted for SF and MAQ

IMA is seeking members to join the Editorial Advisory Board for Strategic Finance and Management Accounting Quarterly.

Growth Mind-Set Vs. Fixed Mind-Set Managers

Mind-set affects how managers respond to workplace challenges and how they manage key financial and human resources.

The Paper That Remembers

In its 47th year, electronic paper has become smarter and more capable, with e-readers adopting color and note-taking.

Crafting A Mission Statement

Inspirational mission statements can help companies motivate personnel to work together to advance toward a common goal.

CFO to CFO: Cultivating Entry-Level Talent

Three CFOs reveal what they look for in new hires and offer professional development advice for entry-level employees.

Reinvention as a Small Business

Small businesses can apply the scientific method to business to become more efficient and achieve a greater level of success.

IMA’s Virtual Successes

IMA hosted two virtual events for its members: Annual Conference & Expo (ACE2021) and Annual Meeting of Members.

Campus Influencers Program Grows

IMA’s Campus Influencers program aims to increase students’ awareness of the career possibilities in management accounting.

New SPAC Reporting Requirements Likely

Congress is considering a bill focused on eliminating the safe harbor that SPACs enjoy regarding forward-looking statements.

SEC Meets With Students

SEC’s University Roundtable series presents opportunities for students to provide input on issues surrounding policy.

Books: Workplace Do’s and Don’ts

Flip-Flops and Microwaved Fish answers basic questions about workplace culture that can help early-career professionals.

Welcome, New CMAs: June 2021

The ICMA is proud to announce the list of IMA members who earned their CMA certification in June 2021.