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Impact of CEO attributes and their influence on firm innovation in Australia
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This study examines the influence of CEO characteristics on firm innovation within the Australian market, using R&D expenditure as a proxy for innovation. The aim is to analyze how factors such as CEO gender, educational background and dual roles (CEO-chairman) impact firms' R&D investment across various industries.
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The study reveals that CEO gender and educational level significantly impact firm innovation, particularly R&D expenditure, compared to other characteristics like CEO-chairman duality. Female CEOs and those with PhD degrees are associated with higher R&D spending, with variations across industries such as basic materials and healthcare.
Dr Krishna Reddy
Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology
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This page is a summary of: Innovating with impact: CEO attributes and their influence on firm innovation in Australia, Journal of Accounting Literature, December 2024, Emerald,
DOI: 10.1108/jal-09-2024-0234.
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