Media Appearances
Dr. Mulyadi actively engages with the media, sharing his expertise and contributing to discussions on the latest trends and advancements in accounting, AI, and analytics. Below is a list of his media appearances, including his writings and expert commentary featured in publications such as The Wall Street Journal, Financial Times, Accounting Today, Forbes, and Fortune.
2025
Bschools.org, April 16, 2025.
Quoted in: "Online MBA in Accounting Programs"
Summary: Dr. Mulyadi was featured as an expert discussing the impact of analytics and technology on accounting education and the evolving MBA curriculum. Regarding the impact of analytics and technology on accounting, Dr. Mulyadi said, “As a professor who just designed four new accounting analytics and technology courses, I’ve seen first-hand how data and technology are reshaping my field. This is not only exclusive to accounting—it’s also happening in other business-related disciplines as well,” in this feature.
The Baltimore Sun, April 8, 2025.
Opinion: "A college education is still essential in age of AI"
Summary: In this opinion, Dr. Mulyadi argues that a college education is more essential than ever in the age of AI, emphasizing that while AI literacy matters, it must be grounded in deep subject knowledge, critical thinking, and human judgment—because AI is a powerful tool, but it takes an educated mind to wield it effectively. Quick-fix tech programs can’t replace the broad, adaptable skills developed through higher education. He maintains that the ideal graduate will master both their discipline and the tools of AI. Ultimately, a college degree remains a smart investment for thriving in the future economy.
Financial Times, March 30, 2025.
Contribution: "Business school professors' picks"
Summary: As a contributor to FT Business School Professors’ Picks, Dr. Mulyadi provides teaching insights and discussion questions for a case study on Temasek and Warburg Pincus's plan to sell their investment in GHX. This resource is shared with educators to enrich curricula by connecting classrooms to current events and to develop students’ critical thinking.
MYCPE One, March 27, 2025.
Opinion: "How Accountants Are Evolving Beyond Spreadsheets in the Age of AI"
Summary: In this opinion, Dr. Mulyadi discusses the evolution from spreadsheets to agentic AI in accounting, emphasizing the shift from routine tasks towards strategic analysis. He highlights the need for accountants to develop new skills in evaluating AI output, collaborating across functions, understanding data analytics, and embracing lifelong learning to leverage AI effectively and move up the value chain.
Accounting Today, March 25, 2025.
Summary: In this opinion, Dr. Mulyadi highlights the transformative impact of predictive analytics on traditional accounting functions like forecasting, auditing, risk management, and strategic decision-making.
The Wall Street Journal, March 23, 2025.
Letter to the Editor: "Teachers Can Learn to Love AI in Classrooms"
Summary: In this letter to the editor, Dr. Mulyadi argues that concerns about students misusing AI for learning are valid but not unprecedented, drawing a parallel to how Excel was integrated into accounting education. He emphasizes that instead of banning AI, educators should teach students how to use it responsibly and ethically, ensuring they develop core competencies while mastering valuable tools they'll need in the workplace.
Financial Times, March 20, 2025.
Letter to the Editor: "Ebitda — in between the balance sheets"
Summary: In this letter to the editor, Dr. Mulyadi encourages investors to look beyond EBITDA to analyze a company's financial health.
Financial Times, March 16, 2025.
Contribution: "Business school professors' picks"
Summary: As a contributor to FT Business School Professors’ Picks, Dr. Mulyadi provides teaching insights and discussion questions for a case study on Manchester United’s new stadium. This resource is shared with educators to enrich curricula by connecting classrooms to current events and to develop students’ critical thinking.
The Baltimore Sun, March 12, 2025.
Opinion: "Americans lack financial literacy needed for the new economy"
Summary: In this opinion, Dr. Mulyadi argues that traditional financial literacy education in America, which emphasizes basic budgeting and saving, is insufficient given the complexity of today’s financial landscape. He emphasizes the critical need for advanced financial education that helps individuals understand complex investment vehicles, sophisticated borrowing options, and hidden financial risks. He also suggests incorporating experiential learning and practical, hands-on approaches into education to enhance economic resilience and personal financial decision-making.
Sportico, February 26, 2025.
Quoted in: "FIFA Club World Cup Shows Dynamic Pricing Can Yield Cheap Tickets"
Summary: Dr. Mulyadi describes how dynamic pricing transforms tickets into speculative assets, possibly raising costs and excluding loyal fans. He cautions that the allure of soccer comes from its broad accessibility and that unchecked demand-based pricing could turn off the sport's core fan base. He advises policies include data-driven tactics and pricing controls as a protection to make sure the beautiful game remains inclusive for everybody.
CFO Dive, February 6, 2025.
Quoted in: "PCAOB warns auditors of risks from lax oversight of specialists"
Summary: Dr. Mulyadi urges accountants and auditors to bridge the gap and try to equip themselves with an understanding of generative AI, emerging technologies, and machine learning in accounting.
Accounting Today, January 30, 2025.
Opinion: "Teach accounting students data visualization and analytics"
Summary: In this opinion, Dr. Mulyadi underlines the importance of including storytelling, analytics, and visualization in accounting curricula to ensure the success of future accounting professionals.
Fortune, January 17, 2025.
Quoted in: "Capital One is facing a major service outage, leaving many customers without access to their paychecks"
Summary: Dr. Mulyadi underlines essential lessons in financial planning, such as the significance of diversifying where we put our money and the need for financial institutions to strengthen risk management.
Fortune, January 16, 2025.
Quoted in: "Loud budgeting is so last year, but it can still serve your money goals"
Summary: Dr. Mulyadi shares that loud budgeting can be considered purposeful storytelling and how the concept of normal budgeting also applies to loud budgeting.
2024
Forbes, August 4, 2024.
Quoted in: "More States Require Financial Literacy Classes In High School"
Summary: Dr. Mulyadi stresses the need for financial literacy courses in high school to benefit students for their future financial stability and minimize future financial markets, and it is an educational obligation for schools to prepare students for life.
MarketWatch, June 28, 2024.
Quoted in: "A Guide To Zero-Based Budgeting"
Summary: Dr. Mulyadi emphasizes the importance of regular monitoring and adjustments in zero-based budgeting.
Daily Mail, April 6, 2024.
Quoted in: "Is YOUR job at risk from the AI revolution? Six experts predict roles that will be WIPED OUT by AI this decade"
Summary: Dr. Mulyadi cautions against the impending rapid decline in clerical accounting employment and predicts a rise in demand for accounting experts with machine learning and analytics skills.
2023
Yahoo Finance/Nasdaq, December 23, 2023.
Quoted in: "Experts Explain: Why Budgeting Is Key To Growing Your Wealth in 2024 and Where To Start"
Summary: Dr. Mulyadi discusses the crucial role of budgeting in wealth creation and emphasizes the need for regular evaluation and adjustment of budgets.
The Washington Post, November 27, 2023.
Letter to the Editor: "Financial literacy is an important part of education"
Summary: Dr. Mulyadi expresses strong support for the new D.C. financial literacy standards, emphasizing their critical role in providing students with comprehensive financial skills and knowledge beyond basic concepts, allowing them to navigate complex financial decisions effectively.
Wall Street Italia, November 4, 2023.
Quoted in: "Gen Z, ChatGPT li avvantaggia nel mercato del lavoro. Ecco come"
Summary: Dr. Mulyadi emphasizes the growing skills gap in AI proficiency across industries, stating that true AI literacy involves both operation and an understanding of its ethical and practical limitations. He believes that Gen Z, being tech-savvy and open to specialized training on AI, will have an advantage in filling this gap and becoming invaluable assets in future workplaces.
Bnext Media, October 26, 2023.
Quoted in: "「沒有AI培訓？謝謝再聯絡」招募趨勢：一年內學不到AI，人才就想走人"
Summary: Dr. Mulyadi emphasizes that AI will not take away our jobs. Rather, it will enhance our capabilities, provided we understand its uses and limitations.
Manager Today, October 23, 2023.
Quoted in: "想學 AI 技能，公司教不了？研究顯示一年沒培訓，Z 世代就想走人"
Summary: Dr. Mulyadi emphasizes the growing skills gap in AI proficiency across industries, stating that true AI literacy involves both operation and an understanding of its ethical and practical limitations. He believes that Gen Z, being tech-savvy and open to specialized training on AI, will have an advantage in filling this gap and becoming invaluable assets in future workplaces.
Accountancy Age, October 19, 2023.
Quoted in: "An accountant's guide to smart AP automation"
Summary: Dr. Mulyadi draws a parallel between the transformational impact of AI in accounting and the advent of spreadsheets in the 1980s.
Inc. Arabia, October 19, 2023.
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Summary: Dr. Mulyadi discusses the potential of AI tools in accounting software for descriptive and predictive analytics.
CFO Dive/Higher Ed Dive, October 17, 2023.
Quoted in: "US accounting degree graduates plunge 7.4%,"
Summary: Dr. Mulyadi advocates the integration of AI/technology to revitalize the profession, emphasizing its appeal to the younger, tech-inclined demographic regarding the decline of US accounting degrees.
Yahoo Finance/Nasdaq, September 29, 2023.
Quoted in: "10 High-Paying Jobs That Are Future-Proof and Will Remain in Demand Over the Next Decade,"
Summary: Dr. Mulyadi explains that accounting is a profession likely to remain relevant in the future, even with advancements in AI. He emphasizes that accountants need to have a strong understanding of AI and be able to identify its limitations.
Fortune Italia, September 10, 2023.
Quoted in: "AI, il vantaggio innegabile della Generazione Z,"
Summary: Dr. Mulyadi emphasizes the growing skills gap in AI proficiency across industries, stating that true AI literacy involves both operation and an understanding of its ethical and practical limitations. He believes that Gen Z, being tech-savvy and open to specialized training on AI, will have an advantage in filling this gap and becoming invaluable assets in future workplaces.
Accounting Today, September 8, 2023.
Opinion: "Schools can leverage games and AI to alleviate accountant shortage,"
Summary: In this opinion, Dr. Mulyadi cites a significant increase in enrollment in an accounting course at Shenandoah University, indicating a possible resurgence of interest in the field, possibly stimulated by the optimistic future of the accounting profession. To foster this renewed interest and prepare students for the future, he proposes a current, ethical, and technologically adept curriculum.
Fortune, September 5, 2023.
Quoted in: "Gen Z is set to capitalize on A.I. skills gap as workers want to learn, but businesses aren’t teaching, finds new report,"
Summary: Dr. Mulyadi emphasizes the growing skills gap in AI proficiency across industries, stating that true AI literacy involves both operation and an understanding of its ethical and practical limitations. He believes that Gen Z, being tech-savvy and open to specialized training on AI, will have an advantage in filling this gap and becoming invaluable assets in future workplaces.
Forbes, July 17, 2023.
Quoted in: "The Weekly Cost Of The Hollywood Strike Could Top $150 Million,"
Summary: Dr. Mulyadi discusses The Hollywood Strike's potential costs. He underlines the vast and long-lasting effects this strike can have on the California/Hollywood economy while recognizing that these numbers are estimates. He adds that even once the strike is over, it's anticipated that the interruption will have a significant impact.
Yahoo Finance/Nasdaq, July 17, 2023.
Quoted in: "Retirement Savings: 4 Reasons AI and ChatGPT Might Hurt Your Future Prospects,"
Summary: Dr. Mulyadi highlights the potential impact of AI on retirement prospects. He emphasizes that workers who are close to retirement age may be negatively impacted by job displacement brought on by AI technology. He underlines the importance of reskilling and upskilling as crucial measures to mitigate this situation.
Inc., July 6, 2023.
Quoted in: "Financial Bookkeeping Is a Headache for Business Owners. Forthcoming A.I. Tools Could Make It Better,"
Summary: Dr. Mulyadi discusses the potential of AI tools in accounting software for descriptive and predictive analytics. He also emphasizes the importance of AI literacy and the need for human review when utilizing generative AI.
The Washington Post, June 2, 2023.
Letter to the Editor: “A strong foundation in financial literacy is more than a tool,”
Summary: In this letter to the editor, Dr. Mulyadi argues that implementing financial literacy as a school graduation requirement holds immense potential for enhancing the future career prospects of young individuals.
Accounting Today, May 24, 2023.
Opinion: “Navigating the promise and peril of AI,”
Summary: In this opinion, Dr. Mulyadi discusses how accountants must strategize to address the opportunities presented by AI and the risks.
The Northern Virginia Daily, May 9, 2023.
Opinion: “Let’s face the AI future with courage,”
Summary: In this opinion, Dr. Mulyadi emphasizes the need for professionals, like accountants, to embrace adaptability and continuous learning to thrive amidst rapid changes in the AI-driven era.
Financial Times, April 14, 2023.
Letter to the Editor: “For accountants, AI is like spreadsheets in the 1980s,”
Summary: In this letter to the editor, Dr. Mulyadi draws parallels between the transformative impact of spreadsheets in the 1980s and the potential of AI in today’s accounting industry.
The Wall Street Journal, April 11, 2023.
Letter to the Editor: “AI will attract more students to accounting,”
Summary: In this letter to the editor, Dr. Mulyadi discusses how AI can revolutionize accounting by automating tasks, allowing accountants to focus on higher-level work, and integrating analytics for informed decision-making.
The Winchester Star, March 16, 2023.
Letter to the Editor: “Using business analytics to generate value,”
Summary: In this letter to the editor, Dr. Mulyadi underscores the importance of business analytics in generating value from data. He also highlights how his business analytics courses equip students with practical skills to aid businesses in decision-making.