Teaching
Current Courses
AI and Society (SLAM-3912), formerly SLAM 3911
This course examines the impact of widely available artificial intelligence on society and its strategic implications. Students explore AI’s influence across various sectors including education, work, business, and entertainment industries. Through a blend of lectures, student-led research, debates, and simulations, the course helps students develop strategies to navigate and create value in an AI-influenced world.
Overall student course evaluations of 4.6 out of 5 and instructor evaluations of 4.8.
Fall 2025: TR 8:00 and 12:30
Artificial Intelligence Tools (DATA-2150), formerly Applied Generative AI
This course, first offered in the spring semester of 2024 gives students hands-on experience with the latest in artificial intelligence technologies, including ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini. It covers the practical applications of AI in collecting, generating, transforming, analyzing, and communicating information for personal and professional tasks.
Overall student course evaluations of 4.7 out of 5 and instructor evaluations of 4.8.
Fall 2025: TR 9:30
Introduction to Data Analytics (SLAM-2030)
This course introduces students to the fundamentals of data analytics in today’s business world. Students learn about data collection, analysis, and decision-making through hands-on experience with tools like Google Sheets and AI assistants. The course combines experiential learning with real-world applications, helping students understand how companies use data analytics to make strategic decisions and create value through problem-solving.
Overall student course evaluations of 4.8 out of 5 and instructor evaluations of 4.9.
Past Courses
Management of New Ventures (MGMT-4610)
In Management of New Ventures, students worked in teams to evaluate, develop, and communicate business ideas, utilizing data analysis and leveraging connections in the local startup ecosystem. The course aimed to provide a theoretical and practical framework for understanding and managing new ventures, incorporating personal entrepreneurial experiences to instill an entrepreneurial mindset among students.
Global Business Projects (MGMT-6150)
Global Business Projects was a graduate-level course where student teams developed international expansion strategies for clients using data analysis and data-driven decision-making. The course included guest speakers from local industries and visits to significant business locations in New Orleans, aiming to give students practical insights into global business operations. It was mainly offered to Professional MBA (PMBA) students.
Global Leadership I (MGMT-6510) & Asia – Global Leadership IV (MGMT-6540)
These courses were part of the Master of Management and MBA programs, respectively, focusing on global leadership challenges and strategies. In addition to class meetings they included travel to either India or China, offering students immersive learning experiences that combined academic study with real-world international exposure.
