Since the fall semester of 1992, I have had the privilege of teaching a wide range of undergraduate and graduate courses at LSU. These courses have encompassed areas such as managerial statistics, operations research, business forecasting, data mining, and operations management. Currently, I focus exclusively on teaching graduate courses within the MBA and MS in Analytics (MSA) programs.

Prior to my career in academia, I gained valuable experience through 5 years of service in the military and 2 years in the corporate world. However, I discovered that teaching is the most challenging, intellectually stimulating, and fulfilling profession I have ever pursued. The classroom environment, particularly with a group of motivated and hardworking students, provides the most rewarding experiences. Witnessing the moment when students grasp complex concepts and achieve a deep understanding is undeniably one of the most gratifying aspects of being a teacher. I approach my role as a teacher with the same level of seriousness and dedication as I do my research endeavors.

Beyond the confines of the classroom, observing the personal and professional growth of my former students is an incredibly rewarding aspect of my role as a professor. I take great pride in the fact that I have built a network of over 1,000 former LSU students as my Facebook and LinkedIn friends, maintaining strong connections with them. I have also had the privilege of writing numerous letters of recommendation for my students and have been invited to attend their weddings on multiple occasions. These continued relationships and milestones are a testament to the lasting impact of the teacher-student bond.

Teaching undergraduate courses, especially honors courses, at LSU has been a source of great enjoyment for me. With the 95% level of confidence, I conclude that all the LSU students are cheerful, smiling, and brigh!  (Remember, don't be an "outlier" in the classroom!)

▪ ISDS 2010 Introduction to Business Statistics (Honors course)

▪ ISDS 2011 Statistical Methods and Decision Models (Honors course)

▪ ISDS 3115 Introduction to Operations Management

▪ ISDS 4000 Introduction to Statistical Theory

▪ ISDS 4010 Basic Forecasting Models

▪ ISDS 4020 Operations Research for managerial Decisions

▪ ISDS 4021 Foundations of Mathematical Programming

▪ ISDS 4141 Introduction to Data Mining

▪ ISDS 4200 Quality Management

At present, my commitments have become quite extensive, and my regular teaching load primarily consists of a few graduate courses. A significant portion of my time and energy is also dedicated to the development and instruction of various online courses. (Please feel free to ask if you have any job-related questions from your workplaces! You have my "life-time warranty"!)

▪ BADM 7020 Managerial Statistics

-Full-time MBA program

-Online MBA program

▪ ISDS 7024 Statistical Analysis

-Full-time MSA program

-Online MSA program

▪ ISDS 7103 Operations Research and Analytics

-Full-time MSA program

-Online MSA program

▪ ISDS 7075 Business Forecasting

-Full-time MSA program

-Online MSA program

▪ ISDS 7025 Advanced Statistical Analysis for Research (Ph.D. Seminar)

If one dedicates enough time to teaching, they can accumulate various accomplishments and recognition. Despite the perception that courses involving numbers, formulas, and equations may not be considered "fun" in a business school setting, I have consistently maintained a reputation as a devoted, patient, and proficient instructor within the classroom.

▪ Received the Dean's Award for Excellence in Teaching - Graduate, Louisiana State University (April 18, 2024).

▪ Voted the Professor of the Year Award at graduation banquet by the LSU MBA Students Association in 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, and 2014 (The award is no longer available since 2014.)

▪ Won the LSU Alumni Association Faculty Excellence Award "which recognizes faculty members for outstanding teaching, research, and/or service." (May 8, 2000).

▪ Received the Erich Sternberg Foundation Excellence in Teaching Award (April 30, 2003).

▪ Nominated for Faculty Honor Roll by the graduating seniors for "his contribution to student life and the undergraduate experience at LSU." (May 2000).

▪ Appointed as Marjory B. Ourso Center for Excellence in Teaching endowed professor, 8/1999 ~ 08/05.

▪ Received the Tiger Athletic Foundation Undergraduate Teaching Award, Louisiana State University, with $1,000 cash stipend (May 12, 1998).

▪ Received the Business Partnership Excellence in Teaching Award, Louisiana State University (May 6, 1995).

As part of my commitment to honoring the academic accomplishments of my former students at LSU, I have established a Hall of Fame for each class. These halls serve as a tribute to their achievements. Additionally, I maintain a collection of teaching-related materials that are regularly utilized in my classes.

▪ Hall of Fame: The best and the brightest students

-BADM 7020 Managerial Statistics (MBA Program)

-ISDS Graduate and Undergraduate Courses (MSA Program)

-Data Mining Competition

▪ Hall of Shame: The worst and the dumbest students in my classes

▪ Brain Teaser: Do you think you are smart?

▪ Grade change form: Send this form to raise your final grade!

▪ Java Clock: Clock for time management during quizzes and exams