Anna Maria Szopa

Anna Maria Szopa is an Associate Lecturer at the University of Central Florida's Department of Industrial Engineering and Management Systems, part of the College of Engineering and Computer Science. She holds a doctoral degree in management from Jagiellonian University (2012) and a master’s in engineering from Silesian University of Technology (both with highest honors). Her academic career includes roles at UCF, Rollins College, and Jagiellonian University, spanning the U.S., Israel, Norway, the Czech Republic, and Germany.

• Education:
  • PhD in Management, Jagiellonian University, Krakow, Poland (2012)
  • MSc in Engineering (Quality & Technology Management), Silesian University of Technology, Gliwice, Poland

Her research focuses on global innovation systems, inclusive innovations, and human-computer interaction, supported by grants from UNESCO, the European Commission, and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. She teaches courses in innovation, leadership, statistics, and systems engineering across multiple institutions.

While no specific awards are listed, her extensive publication record in innovation management and technology transfer reflects her academic contributions. Her advising and grant activities include collaborative projects with international organizations, though specific grant details are not provided here. She is affiliated with the Department of Industrial Engineering and Management Systems in Orlando, Florida.