This paper attempts to carry out a bibliometric analysis of research on nexus between information and communication technology (ICT) and higher accounting education. This paper aims to elucidate the scope of this field and to explore its academic evolution by identifying its main journals, authors, publications, current state, emerging themes and future research avenues.
This research uses bibliometric methods, including performance analysis and science mapping, to analyze 428 articles published in the Web of Science database between 2001 and 2023. This study uses biblioshiny and VOSviewer software for data visualization and analysis.
This study identifies key trends in the literature, including a growing focus on the role of ICT on curriculum alignment, pedagogical innovation, ethical considerations, the expectation performance gap and the need for a more transformative approach to teaching and learning. The research highlights new areas to promote critical thinking, challenging traditional perspectives, encouraging a nuanced approach to sustainability issues and accounting students’ specificities.
This study acknowledges limitations related to sample size and reliance on a single database.
This study emphasizes the need for accreditation standards, funding mechanisms and the partnerships between academic institutions, accounting firms and technology providers. It highlights the importance of competency frameworks, experiential learning and diverse assessment methodologies. It underscores the importance of innovative pedagogical approaches and designs for collaborative learning.
The findings highlight the need of effective use of technologies to prepare future ready accounting graduates through a more innovative pedagogical approach.
