Accounting in the media

Abstract

Purpose

The purpose of this paper is to provide an introduction and overview of the various papers in this special issue.

Design/methodology/approach

This takes the form of a discussion paper that explores a number of issues relating to accounting in the media.

Findings

The paper describes a variety of theoretical, methodological and empirical approaches used in the papers for this special issue. In addition, the paper suggests that although the media have provided a rich source of data that has informed accounting research, the use of media and media texts will remain a fertile area of research.

Practical implications

The portrayal of accounting in the media is of interest to accounting researchers, practitioners, trainees and auditors.

Originality/value

This special issue provides a range of examples of accounting in the media and sets an agenda for future research.

Citation

Samkin, G. (2010), "Accounting in the media", Qualitative Research in Accounting & Management, Vol. 7 No. 3, pp. 237-248. https://doi.org/10.1108/11766091011072738