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Vijay Kanabar
Associate Professor of Computer Science and Administrative Sciences; Director of Project Management Programs
PhD, University of ManitobaMS, Florida Institute of Technology
MBA, Webber College
BS, University of Madras, India PMP (Project Management Professional), Project Management Institute
Dr. Kanabar has unique expertise spanning both business practices and computer science. A certified Project Management Professional, he has advised numerous organizations on training and technology needs, including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Staples, United Way, and Fidelity Investments. Kanabar is an internationally published scholar and is recognized by local and national media as an authority on IT project management, electronic commerce, and information security.
Research Interests
IT project management, information systems security, database management and business intelligence, online marketing, and risk management and business continuity.
Courses
- MET CS 632 – IT Project Management
- MET CS 693 – Digital Forensics
- MET AD 737 – Innovative Online Marketing
Scholarly Works
Cormier, J., V. Greiman, and V. Kanabar. “Practice and Ethics Curriculum in Project Management Education.” In Proceedings of the North East ASEE Conference. Bridgeport, CT, April 3-5, 2009: 29.
Kanabar, V., and R. Stainov. “R&D and Managing Risks for a Unique Product Launch.” Project Management in Practice Conference: Embracing Project Management Techniques & Tools. 2008.
Kanabar, V., and R. D. H. Warburton. “The Practical Calculation of Schedule Variance in Terms of Schedule.” In the Proceedings of the PMI Global Congress. October 18-21, 2008.
Kanabar, V., and R. D. H. Warburton. MBA Fundamentals Project Management. New York, NY: Kaplan Publishing, 2008.
Project Risk Management. Copley Publishing Group, 1998.
What advice do you have for new students?
Immerse yourself in our courses. We have outstanding students—network with them. Not too long ago one student in my class hired four others!