Zachary Sheffler

Zachary Sheffler is an Assistant Professor of Operations and Information Management at the Isenberg School of Management, University of Massachusetts Amherst. He holds a PhD in Information and Decision Science from the University of Minnesota, an MBA in Finance from Thunderbird School of Global Management, and a BA in History from the University of California San Diego.

• Education: PhD (2018), MBA (2012), BA (2008)
• Affiliations: Isenberg School of Management since 2018

Research Focus

Dr. Sheffler’s research explores Behavioral Information Systems, focusing on Decision Making, Games and Gamification, and Ethical Decision Making. His work investigates how digital badges, nudges, and platform designs influence consumer trust, user engagement, and sustainable behaviors.

Publication Trends

Recent work emphasizes experimental studies on online review systems, corporate wellness programs, and environmental behavior interventions. His research bridges behavioral economics and information systems to address real-world challenges in trust, sustainability, and motivational design.

Awards

• Isenberg College Outstanding Teaching Award (2024)
• Isenberg Teaching Excellence Award (2023)

Teaching & Advising

Teaches courses in Business Intelligence, Analytics, and Statistical Methods. Advising records not explicitly listed in available texts.