Michael P. O'Brien

Michael P. O'Brien is an Associate Professor of Information Management at the Department of Management & Marketing, Kemmy Business School, University of Limerick. He teaches undergraduate and postgraduate modules in Information & Knowledge Management, Business Analytics Simulation, and Technical Communication, serving as Course Director for the MA in Business Management programme.

• PhD in Computer Science (University of Limerick)
• MSc in Computer Science (by research and thesis, University of Limerick)
• BSc (Hons) in Information Systems

His research bridges Data Analytics, Software Evolution, and Educational Psychology, focusing on empirical studies of programmers, instructional design, and gamification in education. Recent publications explore experiential learning and gamification for strategic thinking.

Michael supervises Masters students in topics ranging from Cloud Computing Security to Blockchain in Finance, with a focus on Big Data and AI Impacts. His advising style emphasizes practical applications and technology-driven solutions.

• 2000: AGB Dwyer Memorial Award for Excellence in Education
• 2017: KBS Seed Funding Competition

He actively contributes to academic networks like the Irish Learning Technology Association and Psychology of Programming Interest Group, aligning his work with UN Sustainable Development Goals.