Short Bio:

Seth, currently a PhD (ABD), graduated from UC San Diego with a Bachelors of Science in Molecular Biology and for the last ten-plus years has worked in the Information Technology field, namely within the practice of IT Project Management. During this journey he obtained the Project Management Professional (PMP) certification granted by the Project Management Institute which was in addition to earning an MBA with a focus on Information Technology. He’s worked for a diverse set of companies such as Apple, Pfizer, Dell and Lucasfilm LTD which is owned and operated by George Lucas of “Star Wars” fame. Recent employment includes Siemens IT Solutions and Services in the Silicon Valley and contract work at Chevron in San Ramon, CA which he started in 2008 and currently works today.

Seth’s resume is located here.

About my School and Degree:

Capella University
SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND TECHNOLOGY
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Organization and Management

Information Technology Management Specialization “The information technology (IT) management specialization investigates the contemporary theories and practices that today’s organizations are using to gain a strategic advantage through the deployment of information technology. Learners develop the process skills and subject matter knowledge needed to excel as scholar-practitioners and leaders in this growing field.

This specialization equips learners with the tools needed to pioneer innovative solutions to complex problems in the planning, development, and management of information technology in the fast-moving environment of modern organizations. Completing the PhD in this specialization prepares learners to lead, consult, or teach in the field of IT management from an informed, strategic viewpoint, creating practical solutions to emerging real-world problems as organizations compete in the global marketplace.”

Capella University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission, and a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools; 30 North LaSalle, Suite 2400; Chicago, IL 60602-2504; 312-263-0456.

www.ncahigherlearningcommission.org

If you would like to follow the progress of my PhD, click here… (and who said working and going to school full time was easy?) A post on one of my thesis ideas is here.

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