Ball State University, United States.
Dr. Hesham Allam is an accomplished computer scientist, business analyst, and educator, with extensive experience in technology adoption, enterprise systems, and business intelligence. His expertise spans big data analytics, artificial intelligence, and knowledge management, with a focus on applying innovative technologies to business and education. With a diverse academic and industry background across the United States, Canada, the UAE, and Saudi Arabia, he has successfully integrated research, teaching, and consulting into his career.
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Education 🎓
Dr. Allam holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science and Business Administration from Dalhousie University, Canada, an MBA in Management Information Systems and Marketing Analytics from California State University, Sacramento, and a B.A. in Education (English & Teaching Methods) from Tanta University, Egypt. He also completed a Special Diploma in Education at Tanta University. His educational journey reflects a strong interdisciplinary foundation, combining technology, business, and education.
Professional Experience 💼
Dr. Allam has a rich academic and industry career, currently serving as an Assistant Professor at Ball State University, USA. He has previously worked as a Lecturer at Higher Colleges of Technology, Dubai, and Dalhousie University, Canada, where he designed and delivered courses in information systems and business analytics. In the industry, he has held key roles such as Big Data Analytics Consultant at Focus Consulting, Dubai, SAP Program Coordinator for Higher Colleges of Technology, and Data Manager at Focus Research, Halifax, Canada. His expertise in enterprise solutions, business analytics, and IT project management has enabled him to bridge the gap between academic research and industry applications.
Research Interests 🌍
Dr. Allam’s research centers on organizational open innovation, crowdsourcing, enterprise social computing, and technology adoption in organizations. His expertise extends to big data analytics, artificial intelligence, business intelligence, and enterprise resource planning (ERP). Utilizing mixed-method research designs, structural equation modeling, and participatory action research, he explores the intersection of technology, business processes, and user behavior to drive digital transformation and innovation.
Awards & Honors 🏆
Dr. Allam has received multiple recognitions for his excellence in teaching and research. He was commended by the Information Science Department at Dubai Women’s College for achieving outstanding teaching evaluations for five consecutive years (2013–2018). Similarly, he was recognized by the Industrial Management Technology Department, Royal Commission of Yanbu and Jubail, Saudi Arabia, for four consecutive years (2004–2008). He was also awarded a fully funded Fulbright Fellowship to study in the United States in 1996. His other accolades include a Director’s Achievement Award from the Department of Social Services, Sacramento, California (2003) and a Certificate of Appreciation for ASB Accreditation at Yanbu Industrial College (2005).
Top Noted Publications 📚
The Impact of ChatGPT on Higher Education – J. Dempere, K. Modugu, A. Hesham, L.K. Ramasamy | Citations: 332 | Index: Frontiers in Education | Year: 2023
Applying a Multi-Dimensional Hedonic Concept of Intrinsic Motivation on Social Tagging Tools: A Theoretical Model and Empirical Validation – H. Allam, M. Bliemel, L. Spiteri, J. Blustein, H. Ali-Hassan | Citations: 87 | Index: International Journal of Information Management | Year: 2019
Artificial Intelligence in Education: An Argument of ChatGPT Use in Education – H. Allam, J. Dempere, V. Akre, D. Parakash, N. Mazher, J. Ahamed | Citations: 58 | Index: 9th International Conference on Information Technology Trends (ITT) | Year: 2023
The Impact of Innovation on Economic Growth, Foreign Direct Investment, and Self-Employment: A Global Perspective – J. Dempere, M. Qamar, H. Allam, S. Malik | Citations: 45 | Index: Economies | Year: 2023
Comparing Crowdsourcing Initiatives: Toward a Typology Development – H. Ali-Hassan, H. Allam | Citations: 28 | Index: Canadian Journal of Administrative Sciences | Year: 2016
Conclusion
Dr. Hesham Allam is a strong contender for the Research for Innovative Research Award due to his multidisciplinary expertise, methodological strength, and industry-academic bridge. Strengthening his explicit innovation contributions, research impact metrics, and global influence would further solidify his candidacy.