In teaching accounting, my primary goal is to make the subject relevant, engaging, and accessible for all students.
With over 15 years of experience studying, teaching, and applying accounting concepts, I understand that accounting is not always perceived as “fun.” This drives me to put in extra effort to create an enjoyable and meaningful learning experience. To foster active participation, I carefully design activities and discussions that highlight the practical application of accounting principles. Drawing from my experience as a CPA, I share real-world examples, offer insights from the perspective of information producers, and explore the implications of evolving accounting standards.
One example I often discuss is my experience transitioning from Korea GAAP to IFRS while working at EY Korea. This was a major industry-wide adjustment, and navigating this shift taught me valuable lessons that I now pass on to my students. Later, I earned my CPA license in the US to serve a client listed on both NASDAQ and the Korean stock market. Assisting this client with financial reporting under both IFRS and US GAAP, and helping implement internal control systems for SOX compliance, gave me many practical examples that bring accounting concepts to life in the classroom.
Mentoring and teaching students has been one of the most rewarding aspects of my career. While teaching Intermediate Accounting at UC Berkeley, I discovered that each class has its own unique dynamic, shaped by students’ diverse backgrounds and motivations. Beyond effectively delivering content, I believe that building strong connections with students and fostering mutual respect is essential for creating a positive learning environment. I was honored to receive the Outstanding Graduate Student Instructor Award during my time at Berkeley, and I still cherish the thank-you notes from my students.
I am comfortable teaching a wide range of accounting courses. At Wharton, I have served as a teaching assistant for courses including Introductory Financial Accounting, Cost Accounting, and Accounting for Complex Financial Structures. My teaching experience spans undergraduates to executive MBAs, and I’ve had the privilege of learning top-tier teaching methods from leading professors.
Looking ahead, one of my ambitions is to develop a course that integrates AI, data analytics, and accounting. As the industry evolves, mastering traditional accounting rules is no longer enough. With the rise of AI and big data, accounting firms are increasingly using advanced data analytics to enhance their processes. In fact, the industry once joked that data scientists might replace CPAs—and that reality may be closer than we think. I aim to prepare future accountants by equipping them with essential data analytics skills, drawing on my experience in both data science and accounting.
With over 15 years of experience studying, teaching, and applying accounting concepts, I understand that accounting is not always perceived as “fun.” This drives me to put in extra effort to create an enjoyable and meaningful learning experience. To foster active participation, I carefully design activities and discussions that highlight the practical application of accounting principles. Drawing from my experience as a CPA, I share real-world examples, offer insights from the perspective of information producers, and explore the implications of evolving accounting standards.
One example I often discuss is my experience transitioning from Korea GAAP to IFRS while working at EY Korea. This was a major industry-wide adjustment, and navigating this shift taught me valuable lessons that I now pass on to my students. Later, I earned my CPA license in the US to serve a client listed on both NASDAQ and the Korean stock market. Assisting this client with financial reporting under both IFRS and US GAAP, and helping implement internal control systems for SOX compliance, gave me many practical examples that bring accounting concepts to life in the classroom.
Mentoring and teaching students has been one of the most rewarding aspects of my career. While teaching Intermediate Accounting at UC Berkeley, I discovered that each class has its own unique dynamic, shaped by students’ diverse backgrounds and motivations. Beyond effectively delivering content, I believe that building strong connections with students and fostering mutual respect is essential for creating a positive learning environment. I was honored to receive the Outstanding Graduate Student Instructor Award during my time at Berkeley, and I still cherish the thank-you notes from my students.
I am comfortable teaching a wide range of accounting courses. At Wharton, I have served as a teaching assistant for courses including Introductory Financial Accounting, Cost Accounting, and Accounting for Complex Financial Structures. My teaching experience spans undergraduates to executive MBAs, and I’ve had the privilege of learning top-tier teaching methods from leading professors.
Looking ahead, one of my ambitions is to develop a course that integrates AI, data analytics, and accounting. As the industry evolves, mastering traditional accounting rules is no longer enough. With the rise of AI and big data, accounting firms are increasingly using advanced data analytics to enhance their processes. In fact, the industry once joked that data scientists might replace CPAs—and that reality may be closer than we think. I aim to prepare future accountants by equipping them with essential data analytics skills, drawing on my experience in both data science and accounting.