James, Kieran (2008) A critical theory perspective on the pressures, contradictions and dilemmas faced by entry-level accounting academics. Critical Perspectives on Accounting, 19 (8). pp. 1263-1295. ISSN 1045-2354
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Abstract
This paper is a study of the accounting academic labour market and workplace conditions. Its particular focus is on the pressures, contradictions and dilemmas experienced by junior (Level A and B) accounting academics at Australian universities. It is argued that, due to work, personal and family pressures, many junior staff members may struggle to complete their PhD within a prescribed time frame. The reasons for this are discussed, as well as the likely effects. The Marxist concept of 'alienation' is explored in detail to explain how a junior staff member’s work 'product' may take on a life of its own which stands up in opposition to her/him, to accuse her/him. The writings of the first-generation critical theorist, Herbert Marcuse, are used to suggest a radical path forward for the junior staff member. She/he is encouraged to take charge of her/his own destiny from within, value personal relationships, and pursue scholarship for its own sake. Opportunities for resistance are also explored in the paper.
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Item Type: | Article (Commonwealth Reporting Category C) |
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Refereed: | Yes |
Item Status: | Live Archive |
Additional Information: | Accepted manuscript deposted in accordance with the copyright policy of the publisher. |
Faculty/School / Institute/Centre: | Historic - Faculty of Business - School of Accounting, Economics and Finance (1 Apr 2007 - 31 Dec 2010) |
Faculty/School / Institute/Centre: | Historic - Faculty of Business - School of Accounting, Economics and Finance (1 Apr 2007 - 31 Dec 2010) |
Date Deposited: | 12 May 2009 03:03 |
Last Modified: | 02 Jul 2013 23:11 |
Uncontrolled Keywords: | academic work conditions |
Fields of Research (2008): | 13 Education > 1301 Education Systems > 130103 Higher Education 15 Commerce, Management, Tourism and Services > 1501 Accounting, Auditing and Accountability > 150101 Accounting Theory and Standards 13 Education > 1302 Curriculum and Pedagogy > 130203 Economics, Business and Management Curriculum and Pedagogy |
Socio-Economic Objectives (2008): | C Society > 93 Education and Training > 9302 Teaching and Instruction > 930202 Teacher and Instructor Development |
Identification Number or DOI: | https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cpa.2008.01.008 |
URI: | http://eprints.usq.edu.au/id/eprint/4723 |
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