Education
DBA, University of Florida, Gainesville, 2026 (anticipated)
M.S. Accountancy, University of South Florida, Tampa, 2011
B.A. Accounting, University of South Florida, Tampa, 2009
About Robert
Rob worked in audit for four years and was the SME in audit analytics for the Tampa office of the firm. His research focuses on bridging the divide between audit analytics in research and in practice, as well as accounting education and fraud detection.
Publications
- Goodwin, R., Marley, R. & Platau, S. “The Importance of Continuing Professional Education: Some Evidence from the Field”, Florida CPA Today, Forthcoming.
- Goodwin, R., Marley, R. & Platau, S. “Mitigate Fraud and Scope Creep Risk While Adding Value (and Revenue)”, Florida CPA Today, Fall 2023
Awards and Recognitions
- UTampa Research Innovation and Scholarly Excellence, Grant, 2026
- Chugach Heritage Foundation, Scholarship, 2023-2025
- CoB Teaching Excellence, Course Release, 2025
- UTampa Outstanding Graduate Faculty Member, Winner, 2021
- UTampa Unsung Hero Award, Winner, 2019
- USF Provost Teaching Assistant Award, Nominee, 2011
Professional Certifications*
- Certified Public Accountant, 2012 – Present
- Chartered Global Management Accountant, 2015 – Present
- Certified Management Accountant, 2021 – Present
- UTampa NTI Certification, 2021
- Certified Fraud Examiner, 2012 – 2017