Composite Analysis of Means: Inquiry of CFO Roles, Responsibilities and Relationships in SDA North American Division Conferences

Authors

  • Theodore Brown Sr. Oakwood University

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.14738/abr.53.2952

Abstract

This examination was aroused by thoughts that perceptions of SDA Conference leadership impacts how roles, responsibilities and relationships of CFOs are viewed in terms of their understanding and working knowledge of CFO duties.  Data collected in Bermuda, Canada and USA.  Descriptive Statistical analysis of Means indicated significant differences among leadership perceptions.  

Author Biography

Theodore Brown Sr., Oakwood University

Dr. Theodore Brown Sr., PhD

Professor of Management and Leadership

Department of Business and Information Systems

School of Business and Adult and Continuing Education

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Published

2017-04-09

How to Cite

Brown Sr., T. (2017). Composite Analysis of Means: Inquiry of CFO Roles, Responsibilities and Relationships in SDA North American Division Conferences. Archives of Business Research, 5(3), 314–320. https://doi.org/10.14738/abr.53.2952