Comparing Chinese and Canadian Accounting Students’ Expectations and Experiences

Abstract

This paper examines differences between Chinese and Canadian accounting students' perceptions of academic experiences and expectations. The emerging adults from Chinese (n=862) and Canadian (n=434) universities expressed their opinions by responding to a survey including questions rating various aspects of their university experiences, academic expectations, preferences to work independently or collectively, and support from professors. Results indicate there were marked differences in all four categories between the two samples. The study aims to offer insight for educators and institutions in preparing tomorrow's accounting professionals to work and compete on a global scale and abide by technical and ethical standards.

Key Determinants of Satisfaction among International Business Students in Regional Context

“…In fact, it was found that Canadian accounting students were more socially oriented and, at the same time, more study focused than Chinese accounting students (Bélanger, McCartney, Leonard, Lebrasseur, & Tu, 2013). According to Hart and Coates (2011), the negative experience of international students was shared among fellow students.…”