What is it about?
Selected as the best oral presentation at the 12th International Conference on Information Communication and Management (ICICM 2022), which was held virtually in London, this article outlines the process of developing tools for qualitative research, specifically tailored for semi-structured interviews. The focus of this research is to comprehend the roles of Chief Financial Officers (CFOs). The article emphasizes the critical importance of using interview guides carefully and highlights the researcher's role as a valuable instrument for collecting robust data. It goes into detail about the creation of an interview guide using a specific approach and underscores the significance of the researcher's self-preparation. The findings contribute to enhancing interview processes for finance and accounting professionals, with potential applications in other fields as well.
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Why is it important?
The development of qualitative research instruments for exploring the role of Chief Financial Officers (CFOs) is crucial as it enables a comprehensive understanding of their responsibilities and experiences. Well-designed instruments facilitate effective data collection, enhancing the validity and reliability of the study. The tailored approach ensures relevance to the CFO role, while the emphasis on researcher self-preparation enhances data quality. This methodological guidance aids researchers in maintaining rigor and consistency, benefiting both practitioners and cross-disciplinary applications.
Perspectives
Our exploration of Chief Financial Officers' roles through qualitative research has been a meticulous journey. Crafting research instruments with care and attention, we aimed to uncover profound insights while ensuring authenticity and reliability. This effort not only deepened our understanding of CFO contributions but also provides guidance for fellow researchers in this complex field. In an evolving CFO landscape, our work underscores the importance of rigorous methodology in gaining a deeper comprehension of their multifaceted roles beyond financial statements.
Manoj Chatpibal
King Mongkut's Institute of Technology Ladkrabang
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This page is a summary of: The Development of Qualitative Research Instruments to Explore the Role of Chief Financial Officer (CFO), July 2022, ACM (Association for Computing Machinery),
DOI: 10.1145/3551690.3551701.
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