Benjamin Mitchell

Benjamin Mitchell is an Assistant Professor of Practice at the Rawls College of Business, Texas Tech University, where he teaches undergraduate and graduate courses in information systems and data science. He holds a PhD in Business Administration from the University of Minnesota with a minor in cognitive science. His research interests focus on big data, cognition, and knowledge management, exploring how information technologies enhance human performance. Prior to academia, he worked as a network operations analyst and contributed to online education course development.

• Education:
  • PhD, Business Administration (University of Minnesota)
  • MISM, Information Systems (Brigham Young University)
  • BS, Information Systems (Brigham Young University)

His research bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications, examining topics like digital entrepreneurship, stakeholder engagement, and institutional dynamics. Mitchell’s work emphasizes the interplay between technology and human cognition to address contemporary organizational challenges.

As an advisor for internships, he fosters student readiness for professional roles. His contributions to knowledge management systems and digital content strategies highlight his commitment to advancing both academic and applied domains.