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Mentor and Committee Chair for Dissertations:

 

Exploring Voluntary Turnover among IT Professionals in Defense Contracting: A Quantitative Study

By Etherton, James, Ph.D. Capella University, 2012

 

Information Technology Project Portfolio Management (ITPPM) in Telecommunications Environments: Cases of Strategic Decision-Making in Turbulence

By Hackett, Marlene, Ph.D. Capella University, 2011


The Perceptions of US-Based IT Security Professionals about the Effectiveness of IT Security Frameworks: A Quantitative Study

By Warfield, Douglas, Ph.D. Capella University, 2011


Exploring the Perception of Users of Community ICT Centers on the Effectiveness of ICT on Poverty in Ethiopia: A Qualitative Study

By G/michael, Debretsion, Ph.D. Capella University, 2011


A Study of Job Stress on Job Satisfaction among Virtual Workers in Information Technology: An Empirical Study

By Lam, Tam, Ph.D. Capella University, 2010


An Investigation of Supply Chain Management in the 21st Century: A Case Study of Supplier Relationship Management through Strategic Partnering with the Defense Logistics Agency

By Whitehead, Bernadette, Ph.D. Capella University, 2010


The Correlation of High School Student Achievement and Diffusion of Information Technology in Four Urban School Districts

By Lee, Gregory, Ph.D. Capella University, 2010


Defining Moments: A Descriptive-Correlational Study of the Economic Development Impact of the Business Incubators in the State of Louisiana

By Hires, Will, Ph.D. Capella University, 2010


The Perceptions of the Automotive Supply Industry Related to Information Technology Utilization and Creating Barriers to Competitive Market Entry: A Case Study of the Implications for Strategic Planning

by Cargal, Joseph, Ph.D. Capella University, 2010


Examining the Effect of Principal Leadership on Middle School Academic Performance: A Case Study

By Watts, Thomas Ph.D. Capella University, 2009


The Impact of Information Technology on Organizational Design Change Strategies: A Quantitative Study of the Maricopa Community Colleges System

By Okunnu, Olusegun Ph.D., Capella University, 2009

 

Electronic Banking Utilization in a Developing Economy: A Quantitative Case Study of Anambra State of Nigeria

By Ubadineke, Francis Ph.D., Capella University, 2009

 

The Impact of Organizational Performance Measures on Project Management Institute's Nine Knowledge Areas: An Exploratory Study of Project Managers' Perceptions

By Thompson, Donna Ph.D., Capella University, 2009


The Business Potential of HD Radio and Digital Radio Mondiale: A Comparative Case Study of Stakeholders' Perceptions

By Barnes, Richard P. Ph.D., Capella University, 2009


Information Security Policies in HIPAA and SOX Environments in California: An Investigation of Challenges, Design Processes and Implementation Strategies

By Ohwobete, Jakpoloho Augustine Ph.D., Capella University, 2009

 

Sarbanes-Oxley and IT Security: An Exploratory Case Study Investigating the Impact of Section 404 on Information Security

By Gawaly, Hatem Ph.D., Capella University, 2009

 

Systems engineering: An investigation of managing development project requirements
by Anderson, Larry Scott Ph.D., Capella University, 2008

 

The acceptance and effectiveness of federal and state information security regulations in multi-branch community banks: A phenomenological analysis conducted in central California
by McClain, Charles I. Ph.D., Capella University, 2008

 

A correlational study between chief information officer attributes and planning strategies: Assessing higher education in Puerto Rico
by Del Valle, Wilfredo Ph.D., Capella University, 2008

 

Estimating the effort costs of information technology disaster recovery projects: A model based on a mixed methodology investigation
by Nguyen, Can Xuan Ph.D., Capella University, 2007

 

Post-adoptive automaticity of use: A quantitative examination of habit in a mandatory use environment in the food service distribution industry
by Howell, Clifton G. Ph.D., Capella University, 2007

 

Achieving success through adoption of Enterprise Resource Planning: A quantitative analysis of SAP users in North and South America
by Thomas, William Stewart Ph.D., Capella University, 2007

 

Small business usage of IQMS customer relationship management application: An investigation of the extended technology acceptance model
by Pham, Thuan Q. Ph.D., Capella University, 2007

 

The implementation of e-government in the Republic of Yemen: An empirical evaluation of the technical and organizational readiness
by Alsohybe, Nabeel T. Ph.D., Capella University, 2007

 

Wireless network call quality: A quantitative investigation into the correlation between network call quality and subscriber-perceived call quality
by Irizarry, Michael S. Ph.D., Capella University, 2007

 

Evaluating information technology usage in a municipal government: An exploratory case study of functional department maturity stages
by Umezurike, Augustine I. Ph.D., Capella University, 2007

 

Course management system in a traditional face-to-face classroom: A study evaluating the factors influencing student accountability
by Horvath, Carrie M. Ph.D., Capella University, 2006

 

The chief information officer in higher education: A study in managerial roles
by Lineman, Jeffrey P. Ph.D., Capella University, 2006

 

A criterion-related statistical study of the use of preemployment assessment testing in the recruitment process: A quantitative case study at the University of Colorado Hospital
by Dodaro, Kathleen A. Ph.D., Capella University, 2006

 

Globalization of the enterprise database environment: A qualitative study of data security experiences
by LeHew, Michael Jeffrey, Sr. Ph.D., Capella University, 2006

 

Student success in traditional and distance learning courses: A comparative analysis of technical college undergraduates in South Carolina
by Harlee, Dexter G. Ph.D., Capella University, 2006

 

Attitudes toward wireless networking security: An analysis of the relationships between individual behaviors and common practices
by Nguyen, Tuan P. Ph.D., Capella University, 2005

 

Developing a biometric authentication system using dynamic signature verification: Statistical learning and soft computing approaches
by Lee, Yenwei Ph.D., Capella University, 2005

 

A phenomenological study of virtual team members' experiences with performance appraisal systems
by Al-Husaam, Abdul Kariym McCoy Ph.D., Capella University, 2005

 

Comparative analysis of the environment and effectiveness of transformational leadership style of management used by transnational oil companies in implementing corporate social responsibility and sustainable development in the Niger Delta Region of Nigeria
by Okoro, Edmund Albert Ph.D., Capella University, 2004

 

 

Committee Member for Dissertations:

Impact of Changes in Unemployment Rate and Population on Enrollment in North Carolina's Rural, Urban and Suburban Community Colleges

By Smith, Sharlene, Ph.D., Capella University, 2011

 

Case Study: Impact of User Participation in an Information Systems Project (Skynet Corp.)

By Allen, Joseph, Ph.D., Capella University, 2011


IT Diffusion in Small Businesses of Minority Communities

By Washah, Sal, Ph.D., Capella University, 2011


Privacy and Security Implications of Undergraduate Students using Facebook: A Quantitative Examination

By Dillard, Terry, Ph.D. Capella University, 2011


Diversity and Inclusion in Information Technology from an Age Perspective: Motivating and Managing Information Technology Professionals across Multiple Generations in the Workforce

By Kenan-Smalls, Yottie Marie, Ph.D. Capella University, 2011


Computing Challenges Facing Physically Challenged Children: A Usability Analysis of Multitouch Technology in the Classroom Environment within the Rome City School District

By DeProspero, David, Ph.D. Capella University, 2010


The Private and Public Sector Enterprise Resource Planning System Post-Implementation Practices: A Comparative Mixed Method Investigation

By Bachman, Charles, Ph.D. Capella University, 2010


The Adoption of Grid Computing Technology by Organizations: A Quantitative Study Using the Technology Acceptance Model

By Udoh, Emmanuel, Ph.D. Capella University, 2010


Survey of Project Management Officers: Analysis of Project Performance Information Received, Impact on Decision Making and Project Completion Success or Failure

By Drewery-Brown, Edithe, Ph.D., Capella University, 2010


Identifying Critical Dimensions that Shape the Business and Information Technology Alignment Process: A Case Study of a University

By Lewis, Nathan III, Ph.D., Capella University, 2009


Assessing the Relationship between the Internet, Radio Frequency Identifier (RFID) and Information Technology (IT) Flexibility: A Correlational Study and Findings

By Rahman, Abdel, Ph.D., Capella University, 2009


The Impact of E-Business on Land-Based retail Florists: A Qualitative Study of Boston, Massachusetts

By Bruce Sr., James E. Ph.D., Capella University, 2009

 

The Effectiveness of Virtual Teams: An Investigation of the Relationship between Trust and Emotional Intelligence in the Pharmaceutical Industry

By Hart, Gregory S. Ph.D., Capella University, 2009

 

Utilization of Knowledge Management in Improving Information Technology Investment Return: A Qualitative Study

By Aman, Nurul Ph.D., Capella University, 2009

 

Quantitative Factors Influencing the Adoption of IP Network Infrastructure Convergence by TELCO/ISP Engineers

By Pildush, Galina, Ph.D., Capella University, 2008

 

Leadership characteristics as determinants of business continuity and disaster recovery planning: A correlational research investigation within institutions of higher education
by Davison, Christopher B. Ph.D., Capella University, 2008

 

A study of soft skills for IT workers in recruitment advertising
by Tannahill, Glenda K. Ph.D., Capella University, 2007

 

Virtual team member motivation in new product development: An investigation into the influence of leadership behaviors
by Moore, Thomas G., Jr. Ph.D., Capella University, 2007

 

Computerized provider order entry in multispecialty ambulatory care practices: A quantitative evaluation of information systems success
by Kenagy, John Jay Ph.D., Capella University, 2007

 

Analysis of the Methodologies Used by the U.S. Navy to Assess and Manage the Primary Risk Factor - Loss of Control - that is Inherent in Performance-Based Logistics Contracts (PBLC)

by Eden Kendrick, Jennifer Kay Ph.D., Doctorate of Management, GraduateSchool of the University of Maryland, University College, 2007

 

Transformation of organizational legacy logistics systems and facilitating an integrated lean enterprise: A case study within the United States Army
by Alcide, Daniel W. Ph.D., Capella University, 2006

 

Proclivity to WebEx: An empirical investigation of user acceptance and usage of group decision support systems
by Burdwell, Robert A. Ph.D., Capella University, 2006

 

Identifying software project risks in the Canadian financial services sector: An international comparative study
by Estrella, John A. Ph.D., Capella University, 2006

 

Aligning technology with culture: Connecting information and communication technology adoption to cultural dimensions
by Geissler, Markus Ph.D., Capella University, 2006

 

Continuous improvement and return on investment: A case study to determine the value of continuous improvement in a manufacturing facility
by Davis, Merle E. Ph.D., Capella University, 2006

 

Predicting the success of potential information technology professionals by correlation to the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator
by Livingood, Richard A. Ph.D., Capella University, 2003



Contact:

For an interview or to schedule a seminar or presentation, contact Dr. Jelena Vucetic by email at:

vucetic@alpha-mission.biz