Samuel Fosso Wamba

Samuel Fosso Wamba serves as Professor of Information Systems and Data Science and Director of Research at TBS Education. He leads the Artificial Intelligence and Business Analytics Center of Excellence, which comprises 13 researchers and offers an MSc program in Artificial Intelligence & Business Analytics. His academic work spans cutting-edge research in AI applications for business operations, supply chain management, and digital transformation.

• Professor of Information Systems and Data Science at TBS Education
• Director of Research at TBS Education
• Head of Artificial Intelligence and Business Analytics Center of Excellence (since 2019)

Professor Fosso Wamba's research focuses on the transformative potential of artificial intelligence, data science, and digital technologies in business contexts. His work examines how AI systems like ChatGPT revolutionize operations management, supply chain resilience, and commercial efficiency. He investigates practical applications of blockchain technologies including NFTs, and explores sustainable solutions for circular economy challenges, particularly in emerging markets. His research bridges theoretical frameworks with real-world business applications, emphasizing data-driven decision-making capabilities.

His publication portfolio reveals a strong emphasis on AI's role in 21st century business transformation, with recent articles analyzing generative AI's impact on supply chains, data-driven commercial operations, and educational technologies. The research demonstrates interdisciplinary connections between computer science, operations management, and sustainability studies, with particular attention to practical implementation challenges in resource-constrained environments.

• Clarivate Highly Cited Researchers (Top 1% globally) - 2020, 2021, 2022
• Stanford University/Elsevier Top 2% Most Influential Researchers Worldwide
• Published in Academy of Management Journal, European Journal of Information Systems, International Journal of Production Economics

Professor Fosso Wamba teaches courses on Big Data, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, and Digital Transformation. As head of the AI and Business Analytics Center, he oversees research initiatives that directly inform the MSc curriculum, creating a seamless integration between academic research and practical business education. The center's work with 13 researchers focuses on advancing knowledge in AI applications while training the next generation of data-savvy business leaders. His leadership has positioned TBS Education as an emerging center for AI research and education in Europe.

The Artificial Intelligence and Business Analytics Center functions as an interdisciplinary hub where researchers investigate emerging technologies while simultaneously developing educational content. This dual focus creates a feedback loop between theoretical research and practical business applications, with particular emphasis on solving real-world operational challenges through data-driven approaches.