Tracie Miller-Nobles

Professor Miller-Nobles is widely regarded as a leader in the field of accounting. With a bachelor’s and master’s degree from Texas A&M University, she’s also working on a doctorate in Adult Education too. And her professional experience is just as impressive, having tax experience at Deloitte Tax LLP and Sample & Bailey. She puts all this experience into her classes and the varied educational texts she’s authored – these include Horngren's Accounting Textbook, which is one of Pearson’s most popular accounting resources.

Always a problem solver

As a student Professor Miller-Nobles was always interested in working out complex issues. She soon found that the world of accounting was one where her ability to problem solve could shine. ”I quickly realized that in order to solve business problems I needed to understand the language of business – which is accounting,” says the Professor. “As an accountant, I solve my clients’ problems whether that’s an issue they have with the IRS or helping a new business owner understand how to structure their business.” It’s an approach the professor brings to the classroom too. She advises and mentors students to help them along their educational pathways and meet their goals.

For Professor Miller-Nobles, the COVID-19 pandemic has completely changed the teaching dynamic. Not one to shy away from new ways of working, the professor sees all these changes as huge opportunities for higher education. “Do students all need to be in the same room to learn?” She asks. “Can a community be created in an online learning environment? How does the ability to “Zoom” anyone into a classroom provide opportunities for students to hear diverse perspectives and thoughts? It’s a lot to think about and consider.” Creating online classrooms that are engaging and still take advantage of all the technology that’s on offer, is still an ongoing process. For Professor Miller-Nobles, it’s going to shape the future of education.

On the subject of student welfare she’s even more emphatic. “Take care of yourself. I don’t think we say it enough to our students in higher education,” she says. “Remind yourself daily what a special, wonderful, unique human being you are. Believe in your success.”

Pearson and Professor Miller-Nobles

As one of our leading authors on accounting, the content we produce with the professor is enjoyed by students across the globe. The aim of our collaboration is always to help students further their careers and take their knowledge to the next level. It’s why we work together to create resources that support the learner and the faculty member. That means adding curriculum and teaching strategies that come from experience, which only industry experts like Professor Miller-Nobles can offer. “I have one goal,” concludes the professor. “To create successful learning experiences in every accounting classroom!”