James Deiotte

Jim joined the University of California, San Diego Rady School of Management as the Executive Director in the Master of Professional Accountancy (MPAc) Program. Jim is a retired partner of Ernst & Young (EY) and has worked closely with many of the largest companies in the world. While overseas, Jim has served as EY’s Regional Tax Leader of Africa and was on EY’s EMEIA and Global Tax Leadership teams.

Jim has also worked with a number of US governmental agencies, including the US State Department, Commercial Services and Embassies supporting US businesses and colleagues in well over 70 countries throughout his career.

Education/Background

• J.D., Law, University of Miami School of Law
• MBA, Finance, Cleveland State University
• B.B.A., Accounting, Cleveland State University
• Certified Public Accountant
• Certified Management Accountant
• Certified Information Privacy Professional (U.S.)

Research Areas

• Accounting for Big Data
• Cybersecurity and Controls
• Global Governance and Board Effectiveness
• Sustainability Accounting
• Global Incentives
• International Tax
• Professional Service Firm Operational Management
• Human Capital
• Global Tax Policy and Controversy Management
• Market entry and expansion (Focus on emerging markets)

Industry Areas

• Industrial Products
• Automotive
• Energy
• Data and data technology
• Professional Service Firms