Richard Martin

Richard Martin serves as a Professor in the Department of Management and Decision Sciences within the College of Business at Coastal Carolina University. His academic career includes progression from Associate Professor to full Professor, complemented by extensive international industry experience spanning operations, project management, and supply chain roles across diverse environments including Antarctica, Israel, and the United Arab Emirates.

His educational background comprises:

• Ph.D. in Industrial Management, Clemson University
• Master of Science in Industrial Management, Clemson University
• Master of Science in Industrial Education, Western Carolina University
• Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology, Western Carolina University

Dr. Martin's research integrates Operations Management and Project Management with practical industrial applications, emphasizing Supply Chain Optimization, Global Logistics Systems, Lean Six Sigma Quality Control, and Production Scheduling methodologies. His scholarly work draws directly from hands-on experience in multinational corporations and specialized engineering environments, creating a unique bridge between academic theory and real-world industrial challenges.

As a certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt and Project Management Professional, he maintains active memberships in the Project Management Institute and The Association for Operations Management. While specific student advisement details and grant information are not documented in the available materials, his professional trajectory demonstrates significant contributions to both academic curriculum development and industry practice standards in operations management.