Artificial intelligence application and research in accounting, finance, economics, business, and management

Ozili, Peterson K (2025): Artificial intelligence application and research in accounting, finance, economics, business, and management. Forthcoming in:

Abstract

Artificial intelligence is a branch of computer science that develop intelligent machines to perform human tasks. Recently, there is growing interest in AI applications in professions that have many processes that can be easily automated. There is widespread optimism that AI systems can lead to new innovations or improve existing processes. This study focuses on some applications of artificial intelligence in the accounting, finance, economics, business, and management profession. The study provides a basic understanding of how AI will be useful in the accounting, finance, economics, business and management professions. The study also offered some insights into the risks posed by the use of artificial intelligence.

• Item Type: MPRA Paper
• Language: English
• Keywords: Artificial intelligence, AI, machine learning, accounting, finance, economics, business, management.
• Subjects: M - Business Administration and Business Economics ; Marketing ; Accounting ; Personnel Economics > M1 - Business Administration; M - Business Administration and Business Economics ; Marketing ; Accounting ; Personnel Economics > M2 - Business Economics; M - Business Administration and Business Economics ; Marketing ; Accounting ; Personnel Economics > M5 - Personnel Economics

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