Mike McFarlane

Mike McFarlane serves as a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Information and Decision Sciences at the Carlson School of Management, University of Minnesota, where he contributes to undergraduate and graduate programs with expertise spanning information systems and analytical decision-making methodologies.

Education

• BSB in Business - Management Information Systems (1983), University of Minnesota - School of Management
• MBA in Finance (1989), University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management

His academic focus centers on the strategic application of information systems in business contexts, emphasizing data-driven decision frameworks and technology integration within organizational structures. This encompasses quantitative analysis techniques, business process optimization through digital systems, and the evolving landscape of enterprise information management.

As a dedicated educator within the Carlson School's Information and Decision Sciences department, McFarlane bridges theoretical concepts with practical business applications, preparing students for careers at the intersection of technology and management decision processes.