Academic innovation is a broad and vital topic to guarantee future professionals' learning quality. The research presented here describes critical aspects of intellectual innovation in higher education institutions. This study aimed to identify aspects of educational innovation related to the accounting area. The methodology was descriptive and a critical literature review; bibliographic sources and relevant academic documents were reviewed to obtain a complete and updated view of the subject. The results indicate that educational innovation in the accounting area involves the implementation of new teaching methodologies, such as problem-based learning. These active and practical approaches help students develop a deeper and more applied understanding of accounting to prepare them better for the challenges of the professional world. It was concluded that there is a need for further exploration of the topic, and it offers elements to consider in future studies.