MIS and IDS Doctoral Dissertations

PhD Program Alumni

The following titles of doctoral theses produced by these scholars provides an idea of the comprehensive research interests of the Minnesota Information & Decision Sciences program. Until Fall, 1998, the department consisted of two separate doctoral programs—Decision Sciences (DS) and Management of Information Systems (MIS) — within the Management Sciences department. Beginning Fall 1988, these two programs combined into the current Information & Decision Sciences program. Last known affiliations of each graduate are also included.

MIS and IDS DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS OF MINNESOTA

111. 2007 Zhdanov, Dmitry. Information Security in Organizations: Drivers, Policies and Compliance Incentives. University of Connecticut.

110. 2007 Kumar, Ajay. Agglomeration, Economic Interdependence and 'IT': A Macro- Economic Perspective. Government of India.

109. 2007 Goh, Kim Huat. Process and Outcome-Related IT Value: Innovations in Theory and Methods for Measurement. Nanyang Technological University, Korea.

108. 2006 Zamoon, Shariffah. Software Piracy: Neutralization Techniques that Circumvent Ethical Decision Making. Kuwait University

107. 2006 Granados, Nelson. The Impact of IT-Enabled Market Transparency on Demand, Prices, and Market Structure. Pepperdine University

106. 2006 Peddibhotla, Naren. Knowledge Sharing in Public Document Repositories. SUNY, Utica.

105. 2006 Arling, Priscilla. A Social Capital Perspective on Communication, Technology Use and Individual Outcomes in Distributed Teams. Butler University.

104. 2006 Han, Kunsoo. Ownership and Business Value in Information Technologies: Theoretical and Empirical Investigations. McGill University.

103. 2006 Lee, Dongwon. Essays on Price Rigidity on the Internet: A Massive Quasi- Experimental Data Mining Approach. Korea University.

102. 2006 Techatassanasoontorn, Angsana. The State-Based & Contagion Theories of Technology Diffusion: Int'l Diffusion of Digital Wireless Technology. Penn State University

101. 2005 Ball, Nicholas. The Design & Structure of the Information Systems/Information Technology (IS/IT) Performance. Brigham Young University

100. 2005 Jani, Arpan. Escalation of Commitment in Software Projects: The Influence of Project Risk Factors & Self-Efficacy on the Decision to Continue a Failing Project. University of Wisconsin, River Falls

99. 2004 Au, Yoris. A Rational Expectations Hypothesis Perspective on Information Technology Adoption. University of Texas, San Antonio

98. 2004 Wang, Bin. Understanding Internet Firm Morphing & Survival: A Multi-Theory & Multi-Method Analysis. University of Texas, Pan American

97. 2003 Hahn, Jungpil. Measuring the Effectiveness of e-Commerce Website Design and Its Impact on Business Value. Purdue University

96. 2003 Dai, Qizhi. Understanding the Performance of B2B e-Markets. Drexel University

95. 2003 Lee, Gwanhoo. Information Systems Project Flexibility: A Conceptual Development and Empirical Examination. American University

94. 2002 Jansma, Andrew Peter. Innovation and Diffusion of Information Technology in Non-Competitive Environments as Typified by County and Local Governments. Michigan Technological University

93. 2002 Walden, Eric. Information Technology Issues for a New Economy: Three Essays on Electronic Commerce and Information Technology Outsourcing. Texas Tech University

92. 2002 Van Cleave, Robert W. The Effectiveness of the Internet as a Recruitment Source and Medium. Argosy University.

91. 2001 Wood, Charles. How Changes in Information Asymmetry Affects Seller Behavior in Electronic Commerce. University of Notre Dame

90. 2001 Allen, Gove. The Effects of Event Organization in Database Representations on User Data Retrieval Performance. Tulane University

89. 2001 Chircu, Alina. Intermediation in Electronic Commerce. University of Texas, Austin

88. 1999 Bahn, David L. Validating Information Systems Requirement with Prototypes and Scenarios. Metropolitan State University

87. 1999 Josefek, Robert A. Human Capital and Employment: Separation and Retention in the Information Technology Workforce. University of Southern California

86. 1999 Carr, Christopher L. Managing Service Quality at the Help Desk: Toward the Development and Testing of TECH-QUAL, a Model of Information Systems (IS) Technical Support Service Quality. University of Pittsburgh

85. 1999 Johansson, Jesper M. Impact of High-Speed Wide Area Network Response Time Dynamics on Distributed Database Design. MicroSoft

84. 1998 Davern, Michael. Performance with Information Technology: Individual Fit and Reliance on Decision Support Systems. University of Melbourne, Australia

83. 1998 Serida-Nishimura, Jaime F. Impacts of Group Support Systems on Escalating Commitment to Failing Information Systems Projects. ESAN, Lima,

82. 1997 McKnight, D. Harrison. Motivating Critical Computer Systems Operators: Job Characteristics, Controls, and Relationships. Michigan State University

81. 1997 Venkatesh, V. User Acceptance of Information Technology: A Unified View. University of Maryland

80. 1997 Grazioli, Stefano. Detecting Manipulations of Financial Information. University of Virginia

79. 1997 Brown, Susan. Knowledge, Communication, and Progressive Use of Information Technology. Indiana University

78. 1996 Lending, Diane. CASE Technology and Systems Development Job Characteristics. James Madison University

77. 1995 Janz, Brian D. Autonomy and Cooperative Learning in Self-Directed System Development Teams. University of Memphis

76. 1995 Klein, Barbara D. Base Rates and Payoffs in the Detection of Errors in Data. University of Michigan, Dearborn

75. 1995 Slaughter, Sandra. Software Development Practices and Software Maintenance Performance: A Field Study. Georgia Tech University

74. 1995 Rho, Sangkyu. Distributed Database Design: Allocation of Data and Operations to Nodes in Distributed Database Systems. Seoul National University

73. 1994 Das, Amit. Productivity in Knowledge Work: A Study of Technical Support in Supercomputing. Nanyang Technological University

72. 1994 Snyder, James Randolph. The Role of Local Program Information in Software Maintenance Productivity

71. 1994 Vician, Michelle. Coordination of Interdependent Activities: The Impacts of Role Assignment and Rotation on the Use of a Group Decision Support System. Michigan Technological University

70. 1993 Whalen, Hugh. Information Technology and Productivity of White Collar Knowledge Workers. University of New Brunswick

69. 1993 Collins, Rosann Webb. Impact of Information Technology on the Processes and Performance of Knowledge Workers. University of South Florida

68. 1993 Evaristo, Roberto. An Empirical Investigation of the Impact of Information Characteristics and Information Technology on Individual Information Load. 3M, St. Paul MN.

67. 1993 Ang, Soon. The Etiology of Information Systems Outsourcing. Nanyang Technological University

66. 1993 Karahanna, Elena. Evaluative Criteria and User Acceptance of End-User Information Technology: A Study of End-User Cognitive and Normative Pre-Adoptive Beliefs. University of Georgia

65. 1992 Carlson, Patricia. Media Selection for Information Acquisition and Dissemination: A Study of Managerial Preference. Suffolk University

64. 1992 Kirsch, Laurie J. Formal, Informal, and Self Controls: An Analysis of Working Relationships During Systems Development Projects. University of Pittsburgh

63. 1992 Partridge Lee, Joo-Eng. An Empirical Investigation of Task and Interactional Facilitator Intervention in the Use of Group Decision Support Systems. Central Connecticut State University

62. 1992 Wybo, Michael D. Factors Associated with the Use of Data Integration in Manufacturing Firms. Fashionchain, New York, NY

61. 1992 Limayem, Moez. Automating Decision Guidance: Design and Impacts in a Group Decision Support Environment. City University of Hong Kong

60. 1992 Nance, William D. Task/Technology Fit and Knowledge Worker Use of Information Technology: A Study of Auditors. San Jose State University

59. 1992 Trower, Jonathan. Improving the Performance of Technologists and Non- technologists on Interdisciplinary Teams: An Analysis of Information Systems Project Teams. Baylor University

58. 1991 Dobing, Brian R. Building Trust in User-Analyst Relationships. University of Lethbridge

57. 1991 Eierman, Michael A. The Process of Managerial Problem Definition: The Effect of Experiential Knowledge on the Structure and Content of Information Processing. University of Wisconsin, Oshkosh

56. 1990 Alanis, Macedonio. A Simulated User for Laboratory Investigation of Information Systems Requirements Determination. University of ()

55. 1990 Brooke, Geoffrey Mark. Information Technology and Productivity: An Economic Analysis of the Effect of Product Differentiation.

54. 1990 Ye, Richard Li. User Requirements for Explanation in Expert Systems. California State University, Northridge

53. 1990 Kim, Young-Gul. Effects of Conceptual Data Modeling Formalisms on User Validation and Analyst Modeling of Information Requirements. KAIST (Korea)

52. 1990 Niederman, Fred A. Influence of a Computer-Based Structured Procedure on Problem Formulation Processes and Outcomes. Saint Louis University

51. 1989 Bellairs, Keith. Contextual Relevance in Analogical Reasoning: A Model of Legal Argument. 4th Generation, Inc.

50. 1989 Sambamurthy, V. Supporting Group Performance During Stakeholder Analysis: The Effects of Alternative Computer-Based Designs. Michigan State University

49. 1988 Larsen, Tor Jermund. Managers’ Use of Computers: Middle Managers’ End- User Computing Utilization Levels and Support Requirements by Level of Innovativeness. Norwegian School of Management

48. 1988 Leitheiser, Robert L. An Empirical Investigation of Cognitive Aspects in Decision Support Systems Development and Use. University of Wisconsin, Whitewater

47. 1988 Juhn, Sung. Information Acquisition Behavior of Expert and Novice Systems Analysis During an Information Requirements Determination Task: An Experimental Analysis. Kookmin University

46. 1988 McBride, Dorothy Jeanne. An Exploration of Team Information Processing in a Dynamic Group Choice Task Involving Uncertainty. Salvation Army, Suffern, NY

45. 1988 Van Wetering, Francis Joseph III. The Effect of Different Semantic Organizations of a Menu Based Interface on Console Operator Performance. Qatar General Petroleum Corp.

44. 1987 Langle, Gernot. An Investigation of the Effect of Specific Knowledge in Functional Areas of Business on Information Systems Analysis and Design. Paras Solutions, Inc.

43. 1987 Brancheau, James C. The Diffusion of Information Technology: Testing and Extending Innovation Diffusion Theory in the Context of End-User Computing. Solista, Boulder, CO

42. 1987 Zigurs, Ilze. The Effect of Computer-Based Support on Influence Attempts and Patterns in Small Group Decision-Making. University of Nebraska, Omaha

41. 1987 Watson, Richard T. A Study in Group Decision Support System Use in Three and Four-person Groups for a Preference Allocation Decision. University of Georgia

40. 1987 Melone, Nancy P. Expertise in Corporate Acquisitions: An Investigation of the Influence of Specialized Knowledge on Strategic Decision Making. Management Sciences Associates, Inc., Pittsburgh, PA

39. 1986 Wells, Connie E. Evaluation of the MIS Function in an Organization: An Exploration of the Measurement Problem. Roosevelt University.

38. 1986 Wilkes, Ronald B. Assessment of the Information Systems Organization: An Empirical Investigation of Assessor Perspectives. University of Memphis

37. 1986 Jarvenpaa, Sirkka. An Investigation of the Effects of Choice Tasks and Graphics on Information Processing Strategies and Decision Making Performance. University of Texas, Austin

36. 1986 Vogel, Douglas R. An Experimental Investigation of the Persuasive Impact of Computer Generated Presentation Graphics. City University of Hong Kong

35. 1985 Ridjanovic, Dzenan. Comparing Quality of Data Representations Produced by Nonexperts Using Logical Data Structure and Relational Data Models. Université Laval 34. 1985 Gallupe, Brent. The Impact of Task Difficulty on the Use of a Group Decision Support System. Queen’s University

33. 1985 Mantha, Robert. An Experimental Investigation of Data Flow Modelling and Data Structure Modelling for Deriving Information System Data Specifications. Université Laval

32. 1985 Galletta, Dennis. A Learning Model of Information Systems: The Effects of Orienting Materials, Ability, Expectations, and Experience on Performance, Usage, and Attitudes. University of Pittsburgh

31. 1985 Prietula, Michael. An Investigation of Reasoning Methods Used in Physical Database Design Problem Solving. Emory University

30. 1983 Ramsower, Reagan M. Telecommuting: An Investigation of Some Organizational and Behavioral Effects of Working at Home. Baylor University

29. 1981 Hamilton, J. Scott. Post Installation Evaluation of Information Systems: An Empirical Investigation of the Determinants for Use of Post Installation Reviews. The Manufacturing Guild, St. Paul, MN

28. 1981 Vitalari, Nicholas P. A Protocol Analysis Approach to Isolating Determinants of Effective Performance in Information Analysis Tasks. DuLaney Vitalari Associates

27. 1981 McKeen, James D. An Assessment of Application System Development. Queen’s University

26. 1981 Guimaraes, Nestor. An Analysis of Application Programs Life Patterns. J. E. Owen Chair of Excellence in Information Systems, Tennessee Technological University

25. 1980 Carlis, John V. An Investigation into the Modeling and Design of Large Logically Complex, Multi-User Databases. University of Minnesota

24. 1980 Teng, James Tsu-ching. The Impact of Several Alternative Protocols for Uncertainty Assessment on Decision Makers’ State of Information and Mode of Influence. University of Texas at Arlington

23. 1979 Kim, Sung Woo. High-Level Data Language Design: An Investigation of Human Factors in Database Query. Hyosung Computer, Korea

22. 1978 Olson, Margrethe H. An Investigation of Organizational Contingencies Associated with Structure of the Information Services Function. Bentley College 21. 1978 Ives, Blake, .Enriching the Person-Machine Interface: An Investigation of the Relationship Between Perceived Task Variables and Outcomes for Alternative Data Entry Settings and Technologies. University of Houston

20. 1978 Bostrom, Robert P. Conflict Handling and Power in the Redesign Process: A Field Study Investigation of the Relationship Between Management Information Systems Users and System Maintenance Personnel. University of Georgia

19. 1977 Naumann, J. David. Energy Conservation Potential Estimation: A Database and Model. University of Minnesota

18. 1977 Cheney, Paul. Organizational Characteristics and Information Systems: An Investigation. University of Central Florida

17. 1977 Jenkins, A. Milton. An Investigation of Some Management Information Systems Design Variables and Decision Making Performance: A Simulation Experiment. University of Baltimore

16. 1977 Weber, Ronald A. G. Auditor Decision Making: A Study of Some Aspects of Accuracy and Consensus and the Usefulness of a Simulation Decision Aid for Assessing Overall System Reliability. Monash University

15. 1976 Smith, Harry Robinson. Decision Making in a Simulated Operating Environment: An Experimental Investigation of Computerized Data Inquiry Techniques. Ethno-Cybernetic Systems

14. 1975 Champine, George A. A Total Life Cycle Cost Model for a Computer System. Digital Equipment Corp.

13. 1974 Munro, Malcolm C. A Comparison of the Decision Analysis and Data Analysis Method for Determining Management’s Information Needs. University of Calgary

12. 1974 Juergens, Hugh F. On the Selection and Generation of Process Groupings and File Consolidations for Information Processing System Design. Best Buy Corp., St. Paul, MN

11. 1974 Litecky, Charles R. A Study of Errors, Error Proneness and Error Diagnosis of Programming Languages with Special Reference to COBOL. Southern Illinois University at Carbondale

10. 1974 Barkin, Steven R. An Investigation into the Factors Affecting Utilization. (deceased)

9. 1974 Benbasat, Izak. An Experimental Evaluation of the Effects of Information System and Decision Maker Characteristics on Decision Effectiveness. University of British Columbia

8. 1973 Senn, James A. Information of System Structures and Purchasing Decision Effectiveness: An Experimental Study. Georgia State University

7. 1973 Lu, Debra H. An Examination of the Ex Ante and Ex Poste Predictability of Computer Programming Time Estimation Models. Hong Kong Institute of Business Studies

6. 1973 Hamann, Jay R. Some Solution Techniques for Industrial Scheduling Problems. (retired)

5. 1972 Wynne, Bayard E. Decision Rule Information Systems: An Evaluation of the Effectiveness of Individual Man-Machine Interaction Sequences. (deceased)

4. 1972 Kozar, Kenneth A. Decision Making in a Simulated Environment: A Comparative Analysis of Computer Data Display Media. University of Colorado, Boulder

3. 1971 Lorents, Alden C. Faculty Activity Analysis and Planning Models in Higher Education. Northern Arizona University

2. 1971 Powers, Richard F. An Empirical Investigation of Selected Hypotheses Related to the Success of Management Information Systems Projects. Insight, Inc.

1. 1971 Willoughby, Theodore C. Needs, Interests, Reinforcer Patterns and Satisfaction of Data Processing Personnel. (deceased)

DS DOCTORAL DISSERTATIONS UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA

D23. 1996 Smith, Christian (Kip). Decision Making in Rapidly Changing Environments: Trading in the Spot Currency Markets. Linkoping Institute of Technology, Sweden

D22. 1994 Nickles, Kathryn. Judgment-Based and Reasoning-Based Stopping Rules in Decision Making Under Uncertainty. (inactive due to injury)

D21. 1993. Golden, James. Empirical Studies in the Application of Dempster-Shafer Belief Functions: An Alternative Calculus for Representing Degrees of Belief. Minnesota Department of Health.

D20. 1993. Browne, Glenn. An Empirical Investigation of Information Evocation for Probability Assessment in Decision Analysis Tasks. University of Virginia

D19. 1990 Kim, Bong-Oh (Ben). A Computational Model of Heuristic Reasoning Under Uncertainty. Seattle University.

D18. 1989 Whitcomb, Kathleen. The Effectiveness of Imprecise Probability Representation & Reduction for Probability Forecasting. University of South Carolina

D17. 1987 Onkal-Atay, Dilek. The Effects of Feedback on the Performance of Probability Forecasters. Bilkent University.

D16. 1987. Tandon, Rajiv. Study of Initial Success for Early Investors in Entrepreneurial New Ventures. University of St. Thomas

D15. 1987. Kim, Youngil. Error-Robust Statistical Experimental Design with Application to Model-Based Sampling in Auditing. Choong-Ang University

D14. 1985 Chung, In Keun. An Investigation of the Relationship Between the Corporate Planner's Personal Characteristics & the Successful Functioning of the Corporate Planning Process. Hankuk University of Foreign Studies, Seoul

D13. 1985 Palvia, Shailendra. An Experimental investigation into Resistance to Change due to Implementation of a Decision support System for the Unfreezing, Moving, and Refreezing Stages of Change. Long Island University.

D12. 1984 Slinkman, Craig. An Empirical Comparison of Data Analytic Regression Model Building Procedures. University of Texas, Arlington

D11. 1984 Palvia, Prashant. An Analytical Investigation into Record Structuring & Physical Database Design of Generalized Logical Data Structures. University of North Carolina, Greensboro

D10. 1984 Iyer, Raja. Decision Support Process for Foreign Direct Investment: Stretegic Choice, Tactical Planning, & Operational Implementation & Integration. University of Texas, Arlington, ISMS Department

D9. 1982 Janson, Marius. The Application of a Robust Methodology to linear Model Building. University of Missouri-St. Louis

D8. 1980 Balakrishna, Grandhi. Modeling Group Interaction and Choice Selection Processes in Industrial Buying.

D7. 1978 Song, Jae-Hyon. An Investigation of the Unemployment & Underemployment Rate of College Graduates Over Time. St. Cloud State University.

D6. 1977 Hu, Yung-Yue (Mike). An Experimental Study on the Impact of Information on Marketers' Decisions in New Product Context. Kent State University.

D5. 1976 Narasimhan, Ramachandra. An Investigation of Management Science Use as a Change Process and Implications for Implementation. Michigan State University.

D4. 1976 Lin, Yu-Tsung. A Study of the Predictive Ability of Analyst's Earnings Forecasts.

D3. 1975 Rao, Dileep R. A Comparison of Four Techniques of Technological Forecasting: 1)Mathematical Programming, 2) Cross-Impact Analysis; 3) A Modified Delphi Approach; 4) Envelope Curve Analysis.

D2. 1975 Carlson, David C. An Experimental Study on the Effects of Comparative Pricing on Brand Selection. New Mexico State University.

D1. 1972 Cornelius, William. The Identification of Critical Decision Variables by Groups & Individuals in a problem Solving Situation.