Dr. Ahmad Obidat
Associate Professor / Head of Management Sciences Department
OFFICE: B215
PHONE: +962 6 4294444 Ext. 4615
Biography

An experienced Associate Professor of Information Systems with a strong background in higher education and a proven record of academic and research excellence. Skilled in business intelligence, big data analytics, machine learning, eLearning technologies, data analytics, IT solutions development, and computer programming. Holds a Ph.D. in Information Systems from The University of Auckland, with a deep commitment to advancing knowledge and innovation in the field. Demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of both the technical and strategic aspects of information systems, and actively contributes to the development of data-driven decision-making and digital transformation in academic and business environments

Educational Background

PhD in Information Systems
Master of Science in Computer Education
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
Research Interests
Business Intelligence, Data analytics,  and Machine learning
 
Experience
September 2024 – Present
Visiting Associate Professor in Business Intelligence and Data Analytics,
German Jordanian University, Amman, Jordan
- Taught Courses:
  • Business Data and Analytics Management
  • Cyber Security Applications in Business
  • Data Analysis and Presentation
  • Big Data and Data Warehousing
  • Spreadsheets Management and Design for BI
  • Bachelor’s Thesis
October 2023 – Present
Associate Professor in Management Information Systems, Al-Hussein Bin Talal 
University, Ma’an, Jordan
 
February 2016 – October 2023
Assistant Professor in Management Information Systems, Al-Hussein Bin Talal 
University, Ma’an, Jordan
- Taught Courses:
 
Electronic Commerce
  • Principles of Management Information Systems
  • Multimedia
  • Data Mining
  • Database Systems
  • Oracle Programming
  • Python Programming Language
  • The Management of Technological Innovation
  • Decision Support Systems
  • Social Media in Business
  • Expert Systems and Business Intelligence
  • Supervised Students’ Graduation 
  • Projects in Management Information Systems.
 
October 2022 – October 2024
Chair of Management Information Systems Department, Al-Hussein Bin Talal 
University, Ma’an, Jordan
 
September 2016 – September 2017
Chair of Management Information Systems Department, Al-Hussein Bin Talal 
University, Ma’an, Jordan
Key Achievement:
  • Developed a New Study Plan for the bachelor’s degree in management information systems
July 2012 – November 2015
Tutor, The University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
Tutored Courses:
  • Introduction to Practical Computing
  • Principles of Programming
  • Computer Systems
  • Algorithms and Data Structures
  • Operating Systems
  • Database Systems
  • Digital Media 
December 2012 – February 2013
Information Systems Specialist, The University of Auckland Business School, 
Auckland, New Zealand
Duties:
  • Provided various support for decision making regarding information systems adoption and implementation. 
March 2012 – December 2014
Exams Marker, The University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
  • Marked exams: Algorithms and Data Structures, Database Systems.
 
October 2002 – December 2004
Computer Skills Instructor Category – B, Al-Hussein Bin Talal University, Ma’an, 
Jordan
Taught Courses:
  • Computer Skills I and Computer Skills II.