Projects per year
Personal profile
Research interests
Dr Mei Yee Lee is a Senior Lecturer at the School of Business, Monash University Malaysia. Passionate about accounting, she pursued a Bachelor's degree in Accounting (Honours) from the University of Malaya and later graduated with a PhD from Monash University. Mei Yee is a professional member of the Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA) and The Malaysian Institute of Certified Public Accountants (MICPA). Her rich experience in senior financial and management positions in global multinational corporations empowers her to bring industry knowledge and expertise into her teaching.
Departing from the traditional focus of accounting and finance research, Mei Yee's relentless passion pushes her boundaries to expand into corporate governance, taxation, and law reserach. She has published in reputable journals and presented papers at international conferences. Mei Yee has jointly secured and completed competitive grants from the Malaysian Tax Research Foundation, CPA Australia, and Cagamas Berhad (in progress).
To leverage students’ digital skills, Mei Yee deploys online interactive learning using Accounting Challenge E-learning Modules that provide engaging learning experiences and empower students to learn in their preferred styles and pace. She is dedicated to teaching excellence, as evidenced by her remarkable student evaluations and teaching awards. Mei Yee also collaborates with industry experts regularly to promote career readiness and reward academic excellence.
Research interests
- Financial Accounting and Reporting
- Auditing
- Capital Market
- Accounting and finance
Monash teaching commitment
- ACW1120 Financial Accounting 1
- ACW1100 Introduction to Financial Accounting
- ACC1000 Principle of Accounting and Finance
- ACW2491 Company Reporting
Supervision interests
Capital market, accounting and finance, auditing.
Education/Academic qualification
Accounting and Finance, PhD, Stock price informativeness, corporate expenditure and information asymmetry, MONASH UNIVERSITY
1 Dec 2010 → 27 May 2014
Award Date: 27 May 2014
Accounting, Postgraduate Diploma in Business and Commerce, MONASH UNIVERSITY
Award Date: 10 May 2010
Accounting, Bachelor of Accounting (First Class Honours), Universiti Malaya (University of Malaya)
Award Date: 30 Jul 1993
Research area keywords
- Mei Yee Lee
- Political connections
- Regime change
- CEO risk taking
- Tax Evasion
- Corporate Governance
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being
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SDG 5 Gender Equality
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SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth
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SDG 10 Reduced Inequalities
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SDG 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
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GAH: Building a Greener Future: Advancing Green and Affordable Housing in Malaysia
Nasir, N. (Primary Chief Investigator (PCI)), Rassiah, P. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Lee, M. Y. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Chwee Ming, T. (Chief Investigator (CI)) & Lim, E. (Chief Investigator (CI))
1/06/25 → 31/05/26
Project: Research
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Taxpayers' perception: The effects of tax and superannuation reforms on retirement savings in addressing inclusiveness, simplicity and transparency in pandemic
Lee, M. Y. (Primary Chief Investigator (PCI)), Yin Teng, E. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Nasir, N. (Chief Investigator (CI)) & Binh, T.-N. (Chief Investigator (CI))
15/01/23 → 31/10/24
Project: Research
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Evaluating Extent of Tax Evasion: A Malaysian Study
Yin Teng, E. (Primary Chief Investigator (PCI)), Kasipillai, J. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Lee, M. Y. (Chief Investigator (CI)) & Sakthi, M. (Chief Investigator (CI))
30/03/18 → 29/03/19
Project: Research
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Taxpayers' Perception: Tax and Superannuation Reforms on Retirement Savings in Addressing Simplicity, Inclusiveness and Transparency in Pandemic
Lee, M. Y., Chew, E. Y. T., Nasir, N. M. & Tran-Nam, B., May 2025, Australia: CPA Australia. 89 p.Research output: Book/Report › Commissioned Report (Non-Public) › Other
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The apology as a remedy in defamation in Malaysia and Hong Kong
Majid, A., Karim, R., Thanasegaran, H., Ho, R. & Lee, M. Y., 2023, In: Tort Law Review. 29, 2, p. 197-209 13 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
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Does the Malaysian law of equity permit an apology as a remedy for defamation?
Majid, A., Karim, R., Thanasegaran, H., Lee, M. Y. & Ho, R., 2022. 1 p.Research output: Contribution to conference › Abstract
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Empathy map of students’ remote learning experience towards innovative education delivery
Chew, Y. T. E. & Lee, M. Y., 28 Nov 2022, p. 62. 1 p.Research output: Contribution to conference › Abstract
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It takes two to tango: effective e-learning in times of COVID-19 lockdown
Lee, M. Y., Chew, Y. T. E. & Nasir, N. M., 28 Nov 2022, p. 40. 1 p.Research output: Contribution to conference › Abstract
Prizes
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Blue Letter- ACW1120 Financial Accounting 1 (Year 2024 Sem 2)
Lee, M. Y. (Recipient), 29 May 2025
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
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Commendation Letter - Early Semester Student Feedback Survey (ESSFS)-ACW1120 Financial Accounting 1 (Year 2025 Sem 2)
Lee, M. Y. (Recipient), Sept 2025
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
Activities
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MICPA x MUM Annual Meeting
Lee, M. Y. (Contributor)
5 Feb 2025Activity: Community Talks, Presentations, Exhibitions and Events › Collaboration on community projects
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ACCA Academic Liaison Officer
Lee, M. Y. (Contributor)
2025 → …Activity: Community Talks, Presentations, Exhibitions and Events › Collaboration on community projects
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SOB Accountancy Major Course Briefing
Lee, M. Y. (Host)
24 Jul 2025Activity: Community Talks, Presentations, Exhibitions and Events › Public lecture/debate/seminar
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MICPA Annual Dinner 2025
Lee, M. Y. (Contributor)
22 Aug 2025Activity: Community Talks, Presentations, Exhibitions and Events › Public event
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ACCA Accelerate Briefing
Lee, M. Y. (Host)
16 Apr 2025Activity: Community Talks, Presentations, Exhibitions and Events › Public lecture/debate/seminar