Narendra Sharma

Dr. Narendra Sharma is a Professor
of Accounting at Elizabeth City State
University (ECSU), where he has
served with distinction for over 15
years. He teaches a broad range of
undergraduate accounting courses
including Financial Accounting,
Intermediate Accounting, Advanced
Financial Accounting, Cost
Accounting, Auditing, Governmental
and Not-for-Profit Accounting, and
Forensic and Fraud Analysis. His
pedagogy blends traditional theory
with experiential learning methods
such as simulations, Tableau-
based data visualizations, and
problem-based learning to foster
student engagement and
professional readiness.
A lifelong learner and academic
leader, Dr. Sharma is committed to
continuous professional
development. He has completed
specialized training in personalized
learning, artificial intelligence in
education, and assessment of
learning for AACSB accreditation.
His recent innovations in the
classroom include integrating
experiential learning-aligned
content, active learning strategies,
and AI-driven tutoring support.
Dr. Sharma’s research interests
include tax policy, mergers and
acquisitions, accounting education,
and the ethical dimensions of
financial reporting. His scholarly
work uses data-driven
methodologies—such as clustering,
regression modeling, and difference
-in-differences estimation—to
analyze policy impacts and improve
pedagogical outcomes. He is
currently pursuing studies on the
Tax Cuts and Jobs Act’s effects on
employment and investment
behavior, and the role of active
learning in accounting student
performance. Beyond the classroom and research
lab, Dr. Sharma is an advocate for
educational equity, ethical
leadership, and global citizenship.
His professional philosophy
emphasizes rigor, relevance, and
responsibility—preparing students
not just for certification exams, but
for leadership in the accounting
profession and public service.