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Article Information:
Title:
We are not alone: qualitative management accounting research: Rationale, pitfalls and potential
Author(s):
Christopher S. Chapman
Journal:
Qualitative Research in Accounting & Management
Year:
2008
Volume:
Issue:
Page:
247 - 252
DOI:
10.1108/11766090810910245
Publisher:
Emerald Group Publishing Limited
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Abstract:
Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to provide a commentary on “Qualitative management accounting research: rationale, pitfalls and potential”, a paper by Juhani Vaivio.
Design/methodology/approach – The approach takes the form of a critical reading of Vaivio's paper.
Findings – The paper emphasises the role of other groups interested in the practice and study of management accounting. Whilst frequently an individual activity, the research can be stronger through an awareness, at all stages, of how one's interests might engage with the interests of others – not in a quest for uniformity, but rather for mutual learning.
Originality/value – The paper offers a unifying theme for approaching and understanding the wide-ranging issues raised by Vaivio.
Keywords:
Management accounting,
Qualitative research
Article Type:
Viewpoint
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Article URL:
www.emeraldinsight.com/10.1108/11766090810910245