Practical financial education and its influence on the accounting decision-making of higher education students.

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https://doi.org/10.70577/2k6z1794

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Practical financial education, Accounting decision-making, Higher education, Complex problem-solving. Financial literacy

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One of the most significant challenges facing higher education is the preparation of professionals capable of developing sound decision-making skills in accounting-related contexts characterized by high levels of complexity, uncertainty, and dynamic financial flows. Within this framework, and in line with the systemic transformation of education and the development of complex problem-solving competencies, this article aims to examine the influence of practical financial education on accounting decision-making among higher education students. A quantitative approach was adopted, using a non-experimental, cross-sectional, and correlational research design. The sample consisted of undergraduate and postgraduate students enrolled in Finance programs at higher education institutions in Ecuador, selected through intentional sampling. The methodological strategy involved the administration of a validated Likert-type questionnaire designed to measure two main variables: practical financial education and accounting decision-making. Particular attention was given to dimensions related to the use of real-world cases, financial simulations, and scenario analysis, all oriented toward decision-making processes in accounting contexts. Data analysis was conducted using descriptive statistics, Pearson correlation coefficients, and regression analysis, supported by specialized statistical software. The results indicate a positive and statistically significant relationship between practical financial education and the quality of accounting decision-making. Specifically, students with greater exposure to practice-oriented learning experiences demonstrated higher levels of critical thinking, risk assessment, and data-driven selection of alternatives. The findings suggest that practical financial education constitutes a strategic axis for systemic transformational change in higher education, as it promotes learning processes that are applied, relevant, and closely aligned with current professional demands. Moreover, the study provides empirical evidence to support the design of innovative curricula in the fields of accounting and finance.

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2026-04-14

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Practical financial education and its influence on the accounting decision-making of higher education students. (2026). Innovación Integral, 3(2), 269-294. https://doi.org/10.70577/2k6z1794

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