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ACCOUNTING THEORY . Hashemite University Dr Husam Al-Khadash. CHAPTER 1. THE DEVELOPMENT OF ACCOUNTING THEORY. Introduction. What is theory? What is the relationship of accounting research to accounting theory?. Accounting Theory Defined. Structure of Accounting Theory Informal Approach.
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ACCOUNTING THEORY Hashemite University Dr Husam Al-Khadash
CHAPTER 1 THE DEVELOPMENT OF ACCOUNTING THEORY
Introduction • What is theory? • What is the relationship of accounting research to accounting theory?
Structure of Accounting Theory InformalApproach Accounting Theory Accounting theory is somewhat like a cloud, i.e. not well-defined.
STANDARDS Accounting Theory and the need for accounting framework PRINCIPLES ASSUMPTIONS
Accounting in practice is Recognition
Research Methodology • Deductive approach • Inductive approach • Scientific Method
Deductive Approach • Begins with the establishment of objectives • Next definitions and assumptions are stated • A logical structure for accomplishing the objectives based on the definitions and assumptions is developed • Attempts to “theorize are generally based on the deductive approach
Inductive Approach • Making observations and drawing conclusions • Generalizations are made about the universe based upon limited observations
The Scientific Method • Involves the following steps: • Identify and state the problem to be studied • State the hypotheses to be tested • Collect data necessary to test the hypotheses • Analyze and evaluate data • Draw a tentative conclusion • Most accounting research found in academic journals uses the scientific method