Research on Accounting and Economic Aspects of Cybersecurity

2 Credits

Cybersecurity has also become a key priority for the field of accounting for at least two reasons. First, the reliability, integrity and validity of computer-based accounting systems are dependent on cybersecurity. Second, given their role as advisors to organizations, accounting firms play a critical role in helping to improve the cybersecurity of their clients' computer-based accounting systems. The primary objective of this course is to discuss the relationships among accounting, economics and cybersecurity, with a focus on the important roles of accounting and economics in understanding the issues related to cybersecurity in today's interconnected digital world. A secondary objective of the course is to assist MS in Accounting (MSA) students in developing their ability to conduct original and applied research on topics related to "accounting and economic aspects of cybersecurity."