Jeff Cummings

Jeff Cummings is a Professor at the University of North Carolina Wilmington's Cameron School of Business, specializing in information systems and business analytics. He holds a Ph.D. in Information Systems from Indiana University, an MBA from Texas Tech University, and a BBA in Management Information Systems from Texas Tech University.

His research focuses on business analytics, cybersecurity, and technology education, with emphasis on practical applications in industry and curriculum development. He teaches graduate courses including MIS 503 - Programming for Analytics, emphasizing foundational programming skills transferable across analytics domains.

His scholarly work shows consistent focus on cybersecurity frameworks, technology skill assessments, and educational methodologies, with recent publications examining maritime cybersecurity, trust dynamics in security systems, and workforce skill gaps.

Awards & Grants:

• Gordon Hurlbert Faculty Fellowship (2015-present)
• EDSIGCON Best Paper Award (2016)
• Discere Aude Teaching Award (2015)
• UNCW Summer Research Grants (2013-2015)

His pedagogical approach emphasizes interactive learning through discussion boards, group projects, and applied conceptual understanding in online education environments.