Dr. Cynthia Lloyd is an accomplished academic and professional in the field of accounting, currently serving as an Associate Professor of Accounting at Grambling State University. With a robust educational background, she holds a Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) in Accounting from Louisiana Tech University, a Master of Professional Accountancy (MPA), and a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the same institution. Dr. Lloyd's teaching portfolio includes courses such as Governmental and Nonprofit Accounting, Auditing, and Accounting Information Systems, reflecting her commitment to providing students with a comprehensive understanding of accounting principles and practices.
Beyond her teaching responsibilities, Dr. Lloyd has made significant contributions to the accounting discipline through research, publications, and presentations. Her scholarly work encompasses topics like governmental and nonprofit accounting, municipal bond ratings, financial reporting, and accounting education. She has presented her research at various national conferences and has been recognized for her excellence in research and teaching. Dr. Lloyd's dedication to the field is further exemplified by her active participation in professional organizations and her role in mentoring students pursuing careers in accounting.
Dr. Lloyd's scholarly work includes:
Publications in journals such as The CPA Journal, Academy of Business Disciplines Journal, and Review of Business Information Systems.
Research on topics including governmental and nonprofit accounting, municipal bond ratings, student debt, and financial reporting.
Presentations at national conferences like the Academy of Business Research Conference and the International Academy of Business and Public Administration Disciplines.
Co-authored studies on the effects of governmental spending on bond ratings, economic impacts of casinos, and assessments of accounting curricula.
Dr. Lloyd's research interests encompass:
Governmental and nonprofit accounting
Municipal bond ratings and financial reporting
Accounting education and curriculum assessment
Student debt and personal financial planning
Casino economics and economic development
Larry Lundy Endowed Professor in Accounting
College of Business Outstanding Researcher Award, Grambling State University
Beta Gamma Sigma Honor Society, Louisiana Tech University
Delta Mu Delta International Honor Society in Business, Grambling State University
Louisiana Certified Public Accountant (CPA)