In an era where sustainability shapes the global agenda, The Evolution of Sustainability Accounting Education contributes to our understanding of the role of ac counting as a social practice rooted in public interest. This timely volume explores the urgent need to integrate sustainability into accounting curricula, addressing the social, economic, and environmental imperatives driving this transformation. From mapping the academic landscape of sustainability accounting to examining its impact on public sector accountability and corporate governance, this book of fers cutting-edge research and practical insights from leading experts. It addresses innovative pedagogical approaches, such as experiential learning and mobile learn ing, to prepare future accountants for the complexities of a sustainability-driven world.Aimed at academics, students, researchers, and professionals, this book serves as an essential resource for those committed to advancing sustainability in account ing education. By highlighting real-world case studies, such as the FTX collapse, and exploring Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) frameworks, it un derscores the critical intersection of ethics, accountability, and sustainability. The Evolution of Sustainability Accounting Education is not just a call to action; it is a wake-up call to reimagine accounting education and foster a more equitable and sustainable future.Alberto J. Costa, PhD in Accounting, is a Professor at the University of Aveiro (Institute of Accounting and Administration, ISCA-UA), where he teaches ac counting and business ethics, as well as accounting and management control. He is the head of the master’s degree in accounting and management control. He is a full researcher at GOVCOPP (Research Unit on Governance, Competitiveness and Public Policies, University of Aveiro), a certified accountant in Portugal, and a member of GRUDIS—Portuguese Network of Accounting Research. He develops research in the fields of financial accounting, management accounting, accounting education, and business and accounting ethics. He has published papers in national and international journals and edited books with Taylor & Francis.Margarida M. Pinheiro is a Professor at the University of Aveiro (Institute of Accounting and Administration, ISCA-UA) and a full researcher at the Research Centre on Didactics and Technology in the Education of Trainers (CIDTFF), within the Policies, Evaluation, and Quality research group. With a PhD in Social Sciences, her work focuses on higher education management, quality assurance, and innovative teaching methodologies, particularly in accounting, finance, and marketing. She has published extensively in books, peer-reviewed journals, and international conferences, contributing to the advancement of accounting educa tion and its integration with sustainability. Professor Pinheiro has coordinated international technical-scientific projects, including under Erasmus, and actively participates in scientific committees, editorial roles, and academic event organi zation. Her research and professional activities emphasize collaboration and in novation in teaching, making her well suited to edit these volumes. Through her work, she seeks to support educators, researchers, and professionals in exploring the role of sustainability in reshaping accounting education for a more responsi ble future.

In an era where sustainability shapes the global agenda, The Evolution of Sustainability Accounting Education contributes to our understanding of the role of ac counting as a social practice rooted in public interest. This timely volume explores the urgent need to integrate sustainability into accounting curricula, addressing the social, economic, and environmental imperatives driving this transformation. From mapping the academic landscape of sustainability accounting to examining its impact on public sector accountability and corporate governance, this book of fers cutting-edge research and practical insights from leading experts. It addresses innovative pedagogical approaches, such as experiential learning and mobile learn ing, to prepare future accountants for the complexities of a sustainability-driven world.Aimed at academics, students, researchers, and professionals, this book serves as an essential resource for those committed to advancing sustainability in account ing education. By highlighting real-world case studies, such as the FTX collapse, and exploring Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) frameworks, it un derscores the critical intersection of ethics, accountability, and sustainability. The Evolution of Sustainability Accounting Education is not just a call to action; it is a wake-up call to reimagine accounting education and foster a more equitable and sustainable future.Alberto J. Costa, PhD in Accounting, is a Professor at the University of Aveiro (Institute of Accounting and Administration, ISCA-UA), where he teaches ac counting and business ethics, as well as accounting and management control. He is the head of the master's degree in accounting and management control. He is a full researcher at GOVCOPP (Research Unit on Governance, Competitiveness and Public Policies, University of Aveiro), a certified accountant in Portugal, and a member of GRUDIS-Portuguese Network of Accounting Research. He develops research in the fields of financial accounting, management accounting, accounting education, and business and accounting ethics. He has published papers in national and international journals and edited books with Taylor & Francis.Margarida M. Pinheiro is a Professor at the University of Aveiro (Institute of Accounting and Administration, ISCA-UA) and a full researcher at the Research Centre on Didactics and Technology in the Education of Trainers (CIDTFF), within the Policies, Evaluation, and Quality research group. With a PhD in Social Sciences, her work focuses on higher education management, quality assurance, and innovative teaching methodologies, particularly in accounting, finance, and marketing. She has published extensively in books, peer-reviewed journals, and international conferences, contributing to the advancement of accounting educa tion and its integration with sustainability. Professor Pinheiro has coordinated international technical-scientific projects, including under Erasmus, and actively participates in scientific committees, editorial roles, and academic event organi zation. Her research and professional activities emphasize collaboration and in novation in teaching, making her well suited to edit these volumes. Through her work, she seeks to support educators, researchers, and professionals in exploring the role of sustainability in reshaping accounting education for a more responsi ble future.

In an era where sustainability shapes the global agenda, The Evolution of Sustainability Accounting Education contributes to our understanding of the role of ac counting as a social practice rooted in public interest. This timely volume explores the urgent need to integrate sustainability into accounting curricula, addressing the social, economic, and environmental imperatives driving this transformation. From mapping the academic landscape of sustainability accounting to examining its impact on public sector accountability and corporate governance, this book of fers cutting-edge research and practical insights from leading experts. It addresses innovative pedagogical approaches, such as experiential learning and mobile learn ing, to prepare future accountants for the complexities of a sustainability-driven world.Aimed at academics, students, researchers, and professionals, this book serves as an essential resource for those committed to advancing sustainability in account ing education. By highlighting real-world case studies, such as the FTX collapse, and exploring Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) frameworks, it un derscores the critical intersection of ethics, accountability, and sustainability. The Evolution of Sustainability Accounting Education is not just a call to action; it is a wake-up call to reimagine accounting education and foster a more equitable and sustainable future.Alberto J. Costa, PhD in Accounting, is a Professor at the University of Aveiro (Institute of Accounting and Administration, ISCA-UA), where he teaches ac counting and business ethics, as well as accounting and management control. He is the head of the master's degree in accounting and management control. He is a full researcher at GOVCOPP (Research Unit on Governance, Competitiveness and Public Policies, University of Aveiro), a certified accountant in Portugal, and a member of GRUDIS-Portuguese Network of Accounting Research. He develops research in the fields of financial accounting, management accounting, accounting education, and business and accounting ethics. He has published papers in national and international journals and edited books with Taylor & Francis.Margarida M. Pinheiro is a Professor at the University of Aveiro (Institute of Accounting and Administration, ISCA-UA) and a full researcher at the Research Centre on Didactics and Technology in the Education of Trainers (CIDTFF), within the Policies, Evaluation, and Quality research group. With a PhD in Social Sciences, her work focuses on higher education management, quality assurance, and innovative teaching methodologies, particularly in accounting, finance, and marketing. She has published extensively in books, peer-reviewed journals, and international conferences, contributing to the advancement of accounting educa tion and its integration with sustainability. Professor Pinheiro has coordinated international technical-scientific projects, including under Erasmus, and actively participates in scientific committees, editorial roles, and academic event organi zation. Her research and professional activities emphasize collaboration and in novation in teaching, making her well suited to edit these volumes. Through her work, she seeks to support educators, researchers, and professionals in exploring the role of sustainability in reshaping accounting education for a more responsi ble future.

In an era where sustainability shapes the global agenda, The Evolution of Sustainability Accounting Education contributes to our understanding of the role of ac counting as a social practice rooted in public interest. This timely volume explores the urgent need to integrate sustainability into accounting curricula, addressing the social, economic, and environmental imperatives driving this transformation. From mapping the academic landscape of sustainability accounting to examining its impact on public sector accountability and corporate governance, this book of fers cutting-edge research and practical insights from leading experts. It addresses innovative pedagogical approaches, such as experiential learning and mobile learn ing, to prepare future accountants for the complexities of a sustainability-driven world.Aimed at academics, students, researchers, and professionals, this book serves as an essential resource for those committed to advancing sustainability in account ing education. By highlighting real-world case studies, such as the FTX collapse, and exploring Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) frameworks, it un derscores the critical intersection of ethics, accountability, and sustainability. The Evolution of Sustainability Accounting Education is not just a call to action; it is a wake-up call to reimagine accounting education and foster a more equitable and sustainable future.Alberto J. Costa, PhD in Accounting, is a Professor at the University of Aveiro (Institute of Accounting and Administration, ISCA-UA), where he teaches ac counting and business ethics, as well as accounting and management control. He is the head of the master’s degree in accounting and management control. He is a full researcher at GOVCOPP (Research Unit on Governance, Competitiveness and Public Policies, University of Aveiro), a certified accountant in Portugal, and a member of GRUDIS—Portuguese Network of Accounting Research. He develops research in the fields of financial accounting, management accounting, accounting education, and business and accounting ethics. He has published papers in national and international journals and edited books with Taylor & Francis.Margarida M. Pinheiro is a Professor at the University of Aveiro (Institute of Accounting and Administration, ISCA-UA) and a full researcher at the Research Centre on Didactics and Technology in the Education of Trainers (CIDTFF), within the Policies, Evaluation, and Quality research group. With a PhD in Social Sciences, her work focuses on higher education management, quality assurance, and innovative teaching methodologies, particularly in accounting, finance, and marketing. She has published extensively in books, peer-reviewed journals, and international conferences, contributing to the advancement of accounting educa tion and its integration with sustainability. Professor Pinheiro has coordinated international technical-scientific projects, including under Erasmus, and actively participates in scientific committees, editorial roles, and academic event organi zation. Her research and professional activities emphasize collaboration and in novation in teaching, making her well suited to edit these volumes. Through her work, she seeks to support educators, researchers, and professionals in exploring the role of sustainability in reshaping accounting education for a more responsi ble future.

In an era where sustainability shapes the global agenda, The Evolution of Sustainability Accounting Education contributes to our understanding of the role of ac counting as a social practice rooted in public interest. This timely volume explores the urgent need to integrate sustainability into accounting curricula, addressing the social, economic, and environmental imperatives driving this transformation. From mapping the academic landscape of sustainability accounting to examining its impact on public sector accountability and corporate governance, this book of fers cutting-edge research and practical insights from leading experts. It addresses innovative pedagogical approaches, such as experiential learning and mobile learn ing, to prepare future accountants for the complexities of a sustainability-driven world.Aimed at academics, students, researchers, and professionals, this book serves as an essential resource for those committed to advancing sustainability in account ing education. By highlighting real-world case studies, such as the FTX collapse, and exploring Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) frameworks, it un derscores the critical intersection of ethics, accountability, and sustainability. The Evolution of Sustainability Accounting Education is not just a call to action; it is a wake-up call to reimagine accounting education and foster a more equitable and sustainable future.Alberto J. Costa, PhD in Accounting, is a Professor at the University of Aveiro (Institute of Accounting and Administration, ISCA-UA), where he teaches ac counting and business ethics, as well as accounting and management control. He is the head of the master's degree in accounting and management control. He is a full researcher at GOVCOPP (Research Unit on Governance, Competitiveness and Public Policies, University of Aveiro), a certified accountant in Portugal, and a member of GRUDIS-Portuguese Network of Accounting Research. He develops research in the fields of financial accounting, management accounting, accounting education, and business and accounting ethics. He has published papers in national and international journals and edited books with Taylor & Francis.Margarida M. Pinheiro is a Professor at the University of Aveiro (Institute of Accounting and Administration, ISCA-UA) and a full researcher at the Research Centre on Didactics and Technology in the Education of Trainers (CIDTFF), within the Policies, Evaluation, and Quality research group. With a PhD in Social Sciences, her work focuses on higher education management, quality assurance, and innovative teaching methodologies, particularly in accounting, finance, and marketing. She has published extensively in books, peer-reviewed journals, and international conferences, contributing to the advancement of accounting educa tion and its integration with sustainability. Professor Pinheiro has coordinated international technical-scientific projects, including under Erasmus, and actively participates in scientific committees, editorial roles, and academic event organi zation. Her research and professional activities emphasize collaboration and in novation in teaching, making her well suited to edit these volumes. Through her work, she seeks to support educators, researchers, and professionals in exploring the role of sustainability in reshaping accounting education for a more responsi ble future.

In an era where sustainability shapes the global agenda, The Evolution of Sustainability Accounting Education contributes to our understanding of the role of ac counting as a social practice rooted in public interest. This timely volume explores the urgent need to integrate sustainability into accounting curricula, addressing the social, economic, and environmental imperatives driving this transformation. From mapping the academic landscape of sustainability accounting to examining its impact on public sector accountability and corporate governance, this book of fers cutting-edge research and practical insights from leading experts. It addresses innovative pedagogical approaches, such as experiential learning and mobile learn ing, to prepare future accountants for the complexities of a sustainability-driven world.Aimed at academics, students, researchers, and professionals, this book serves as an essential resource for those committed to advancing sustainability in account ing education. By highlighting real-world case studies, such as the FTX collapse, and exploring Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) frameworks, it un derscores the critical intersection of ethics, accountability, and sustainability. The Evolution of Sustainability Accounting Education is not just a call to action; it is a wake-up call to reimagine accounting education and foster a more equitable and sustainable future.Alberto J. Costa, PhD in Accounting, is a Professor at the University of Aveiro (Institute of Accounting and Administration, ISCA-UA), where he teaches ac counting and business ethics, as well as accounting and management control. He is the head of the master's degree in accounting and management control. He is a full researcher at GOVCOPP (Research Unit on Governance, Competitiveness and Public Policies, University of Aveiro), a certified accountant in Portugal, and a member of GRUDIS-Portuguese Network of Accounting Research. He develops research in the fields of financial accounting, management accounting, accounting education, and business and accounting ethics. He has published papers in national and international journals and edited books with Taylor & Francis.Margarida M. Pinheiro is a Professor at the University of Aveiro (Institute of Accounting and Administration, ISCA-UA) and a full researcher at the Research Centre on Didactics and Technology in the Education of Trainers (CIDTFF), within the Policies, Evaluation, and Quality research group. With a PhD in Social Sciences, her work focuses on higher education management, quality assurance, and innovative teaching methodologies, particularly in accounting, finance, and marketing. She has published extensively in books, peer-reviewed journals, and international conferences, contributing to the advancement of accounting educa tion and its integration with sustainability. Professor Pinheiro has coordinated international technical-scientific projects, including under Erasmus, and actively participates in scientific committees, editorial roles, and academic event organi zation. Her research and professional activities emphasize collaboration and in novation in teaching, making her well suited to edit these volumes. Through her work, she seeks to support educators, researchers, and professionals in exploring the role of sustainability in reshaping accounting education for a more responsi ble future.