Graeme Dean

Graeme Dean is Professor Emeritus at The University of Sydney's Business School (BUS). His research interests include management accounting, accounting theory and standards, accounting, auditing and accountability, auditing and accountability, and financial accounting. Dean has had a long career at the university, serving in various roles from research assistant to professor, with his official retirement occurring on 31 January 2012. He remains actively associated with the university in his capacity as an Emeritus Professor.

Graeme Dean is a Professor of Accounting at the University of Sydney, specializing in accounting theory, auditing, and company failures. His research explores the intersections of accounting, regulation, and ethics, particularly in the context of corporate collapses. Dean's work critically examines the limitations of accounting discourse, the implications of financial reporting compliance, and the historical development of accounting concepts. His publications highlight the role of accounting in shaping corporate governance and the ethical responsibilities of accountants. His research also addresses the challenges of infrastructure reporting and the conceptual foundations of accounting measurement.