David Spurlock

Dr. David Spurlock is a Teaching Professor in the Engineering Management and Systems Engineering Department at Missouri University of Science and Technology. He holds a Ph.D. and M.A. in Organizational Psychology from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, an M.A. in Psychology from Pepperdine University, and a B.E.E. (Magna cum Laude) from the University of Dayton.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Organizational Psychology, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (1999)
• M.A., Psychology, Pepperdine University
• B.E.E. (Magna cum Laude), University of Dayton
• M.A., Organizational Psychology, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Research Interests: Focuses on engineering management practices, decision-making processes, organizational behavior, human resource management, and higher education innovations. His work explores technology-driven change management, employee acceptance of new systems, and effective leadership in distance education environments.

Articles Trends: His publications analyze hybrid learning outcomes, automated decision systems, research methodology in engineering management, stakeholder acceptance in organizational change, and leadership in distance education. Themes consistently emphasize practical applications of behavioral science principles in engineering and educational contexts.

Courses Taught:

• Managing Engineering and Technology (ENG MGT 2110)
• Managerial Decision Making (ENG MGT 5110)
• Management for Engineers and Scientists (ENG MGT 5111)
• Project Management (ENG MGT 5320)
• Operations Management Science (ENG MGT 5412)

Awards/Grants: No specific awards listed. Active in teaching and research with over 2000 scholarly works recorded in Pure.