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The aim is to evaluate various empirical research methods in management accounting and their contributions to theory and practice.

The Case for Multiple Methods in Empirical management Accounting Research (With an Illustration from Budget Setting).

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Analyzes research methods in management accounting, suggesting a multi-method approach for better insights.

The aim is to evaluate various empirical research methods in management accounting and their contributions to theory and practice.
Criteria for evaluating empirical research were established.
Strengths and weaknesses of field, laboratory, and survey methods were analyzed.
A case from budget setting illustrates the application of multiple methods.
No single research method excelled across all evaluation criteria.
Using multiple methods in studies leads to richer insights.
Collaborative efforts among researchers enhance understanding of complex topics.

Birnberg et al. (1990) studied this question.

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