ABSTRACT

As in all other sectors also in accommodation sector one of the most important departments is accounting. Accommodation sector with its own unique characteristics requires a special knowledge of accounting and tourism. Various researches conducted in the accommodation industry draw attention to the rapidly growing lack of qualified staff and one of them is the accountant. According to business owners, the most important deficiency in the sector is the lack of accountants with degrees in bachelors and masters. Subject and application area of the study is limited by accommodation establishments. Within the framework of the above descriptions, the aim of this research is to determine the expectations of the accounting managers of the five-star hotels in Alanya from accounting education. In this context, a questionnaire study has been made and the findings have been described at the conclusion section of this article.