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Dr. David Z. Jacome, EDD

Lecturer
(585) 395-2959
djacome@brockport.edu
Office: Hartwell Hall 115 A

Bio

“The smartest people in most every field have physics backgrounds.” — Elon Musk

Dr. David Z. Jacome is a dedicated educator and accomplished professional whose career bridges both academia and the corporate world. With extensive experience as a Founder, President, Chief Executive Officer, Vice President, and Managing Director across multiple organizations, he brings a unique blend of executive leadership and academic scholarship to his work.

David began his teaching career at age 17 as a Teaching Assistant and later served as an Adjunct Professor of Mathematics and Physics at Essex County College in Newark, New Jersey. Over the past 20 years, he has taught at more than ten colleges and universities, delivering courses in Accounting, Business, Education, Engineering Sciences, Mathematics, and Physics. His academic contributions include scholarly publications, peer reviews, national conference presentations, and mentorship of emerging professionals.

At the secondary education level, David has held key leadership roles, including Science Chairperson and Teacher of Chemistry and Physics at Benedictine Academy, and Science Department Head at Hyde Leadership Charter School. He has also served as a Science Consultant and Physics Instructor at several New Jersey high schools.

Beyond the classroom, David is an Elite Professional with the Racquet Sports Professionals Association and holds a Professional in Adult Development credential with the Professional Tennis Registry. For more than 20 years, he has coached tennis for adults and youth, organizing recreational programs and community tournaments throughout Union City, New Jersey.

Currently, David serves as an Accounting Lecturer in the Department of Accounting, Economics, and Finance at SUNY Brockport, where he continues to integrate professional rigor with a passion for student success.

Outside of his professional pursuits, David is a devoted father to his young daughter and a practicing Catholic with a deep appreciation for interfaith learning and spiritual exploration.

Education

  • EdD, Administration, Educational Leadership, Saint Peter’s University
  • MBA, International Business and Management, Saint Peter’s University
  • MS, Accounting and Risk Management, Saint Peter’s University
  • Executive Business Certificate, Nonprofit, Public and Organizational Management, University of Pennsylvania, The Wharton School
  • Program Certificate, Government Affairs and International Relations, Harvard University
  • Graduate Certificate, Photonics, Stevens Institute of Technology
  • MS, Physics, Stevens Institute of Technology
  • BS, Physics with minor in Mathematics, Saint Peter’s College

Areas of Specialty

  • Accounting Database Systems 
  • Cost Accounting 
  • Data Analytics and Data Science
  • Diversity in Accounting, Business, and Science Professions
  • Financial Accounting 
  • Government Relations 
  • Intermediate Accounting topics
  • International Business and Risk Management 
  • Managerial Accounting and Insurance
  • STEM Education
  • Statistical Models and Methods

Courses Taught

  • ECN 204: Introduction to Business Statistics
  • ECN 304: Intermediate Statistics
  • ECN 473: Econometrics 
  • ACC 281: Financial Accounting
  • ACC 282: Managerial Accounting
  • ACC 287: Accounting Training- CASH/VITA
  • ACC 383: Accounting Systems & Software
  • ACC 385: Intermediate Accounting I 
  • ACC 386: Intermediate Accounting II 
  • ACC 387/ACC 447: Financial Statement Analysis 
  • ACC 389: Accounting Profession Seminar
  • ACC 630: Accounting Data Analytics
  • MBA 660: Accounting for Managers
  • MBA 682: Topics in Accounting and Finance

Research Interests

  • Accounting Database Systems 
  • Cost Accounting 
  • Data Analytics 
  • Diversity in Accounting, Business, and Sciences
  • Financial Accounting 
  • Government Affairs 
  • Intermediate Accounting 
  • Intermediate Statistics 
  • International Business Affairs 
  • Managerial Accounting 
  • Non-profit Management 
  • Plasma Physics
  • STEM Education

Certifications: 

Artificial Intelligence & Data Science

  • AI & Generative AI Certifications – Google, IBM, University of Michigan, University of Pennsylvania, San Diego State University, University of North Florida
  • Google Data Analytics & Business Intelligence Certificates – Google
  • Data Analysis with Python & Data Analytics Certificates – IBM / Meta

Finance, Accounting & Taxation

  • Enrolled Agent (EA) – Internal Revenue Service
  • Tax Certifications (Basic, Advanced, Site Coordinator, Puerto Rico Level 1) – Internal Revenue Service
  • Tax Knowledge Assessment Test – H&R Block
  • Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Certifications – Intuit
  • Certified Public Bookkeeper & Office Manager – National Association of Certified Public Bookkeepers

Data Analytics, Business Intelligence & Process Improvement

  • Microsoft Certified: Power BI Data Analyst Associate – Microsoft
  • Lean Six Sigma White, Yellow, Green & Black Belt – Council for Six Sigma Certification
  • PMI Project Management Ready – Project Management Institute

Finance, ESG & Business

  • Bloomberg Finance Fundamentals, ESG & Market Concepts – Bloomberg
  • Fundamentals of ESG – American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
  • Ethical Decisions in Risk and Insurance – The Institutes

Leadership, Research & Compliance

  • Innovative Leadership Certificate – Virscend University
  • Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR), Conflict of Interest, IRB Administration & Chair, GDPR & Human Subjects Research – CITI Program
  • Teaching with AI-Centered and AI-Resistant Learning – Association of College and University Educators

Education & Coaching

  • Physics 7–12 Transitional G Certification – New York State Education Department
  • School Business Administrator CE – New Jersey Department of Education
  • Certified Baseball & Softball Coach – Babe Ruth League
  • Tennis Elite Professional – Racquet Sports Professionals Association
  • Tennis Professional in Adult Development – Professional Tennis Registry