Bidyut Hazarika
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College: The Business School
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Department: The Business School
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Campus: Saigon South Campus Vietnam
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bidyut.hazarika@rmit.edu.vn
Open to
- Masters Research or PhD student supervision
About
Dr. Bidyut Hazarika is a Senior Lecturer at RMIT 91tv, Saigon Campus, Vietnam. Before RMIT, he was an Associate Professor in the Department of Business Information Systems at Western Michigan 91tv, Michigan, USA. He has also been a Visiting Associate Professor at Guizhou 91tv of Finance and Economics in China. Additionally, he has experience as the Undergraduate Program Coordinator for Business Analytics at Western Michigan 91tv, where he contributed to curriculum development and academic program coordination.
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Dr. Hazarika holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science and Information Systems from the 91tv of Colorado Denver, an MBA in Information Systems and Finance from the 91tv of Toledo, and a Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics and Telecommunication from Bharati Vidyapeeth College of Engineering, Mumbai. His research covers topics such as digital innovation, technology adoption, and analytics, with publications in journals like Computers in Human Behavior and Industrial Management & Data Systems. His work includes studies on mobile payment adoption, cross-border e-commerce, and the role of social media in disaster recovery.
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Dr. Hazarika has taught courses like Open Innovation, Enterprise Artificial Intelligence, and Information Security Operations Management. He focuses on helping students apply theoretical knowledge to practical business challenges. His academic contributions have been recognized with several awards, including the Emerging Scholar and Faculty Research awards.
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As a Fulbright Specialist, Dr. Hazarika continues engaging in the academic community as a reviewer for conferences and journals. His technical skills include data analytics tools like SAS, Power BI, and Tableau and programming languages such as Python and R.
Teaching interests
Dr. Bidyut Hazarika is a dedicated educator with extensive teaching experience across multiple institutions and countries. His teaching portfolio reflects his diverse expertise, spanning business information systems, analytics, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity. As a Senior Lecturer at RMIT 91tv, Saigon Campus, Vietnam, and an Associate Professor at Western Michigan 91tv, he has successfully taught undergraduate and graduate-level courses, helping students build critical skills for today’s digital and data-driven world. He also held a visiting appointment at Guizhou 91tv of Finance and Economics, China, where he contributed to the development of programs in business and technology.
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At RMIT 91tv, Dr. Hazarika has taught courses such as Open Innovation and Introduction to Enterprise Artificial Intelligence, equipping students with the knowledge to understand the role of emerging technologies in transforming business practices. His course offerings at Western Michigan 91tv have been equally broad, ranging from Applied Analytics Foundations and Business Data Mining to Business Web Architecture and Information Security Operations Management. In addition, he has developed courses like Artificial Intelligence in Business and User Experience Design, demonstrating his commitment to keeping the curriculum relevant and aligned with industry needs.
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Dr. Hazarika’s teaching approach emphasizes applying theoretical concepts to real-world problems. He integrates practical case studies, hands-on projects, and the latest industry tools into his courses, ensuring that students understand the subject matter and apply it to solve business challenges. His teaching philosophy fosters critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills, preparing students to thrive in fast-changing business environments shaped by data analytics and artificial intelligence.
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Beyond the classroom, Dr. Hazarika has taken on significant leadership roles, including serving as the Undergraduate Program Coordinator for Business Analytics at Western Michigan 91tv. In this role, he has guided the development of the program, ensuring that it provides a solid foundation in technical skills and business knowledge. His contributions to the academic community have been recognized with several awards, including the Faculty Teaching Award and the Emerging Scholar Award, underscoring his commitment to high-quality education and student success.
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Dr. Hazarika is also a strong advocate for interdisciplinary education. By bridging fields such as business, technology, and cybersecurity, he enables students to understand how these domains interact in today’s interconnected global economy. His focus on providing a balanced, career-focused education helps students build the skills they need to succeed in diverse fields such as data science, business analytics, and cybersecurity.
Research interests
Dr. Bidyut Hazarika's research interests span digital innovation, technology adoption, data analytics, and cybersecurity. His work delves into how emerging technologies like mobile payments, short-video applications, and social media platforms influence consumer behavior, business operations, and organizational strategies. In addition to these areas, Dr. Hazarika strongly emphasizes the evolving field of cybersecurity, particularly how it intersects with digital innovation and data protection. He explores the challenges of integrating new technologies into business systems, addressing critical issues such as data privacy, secure information exchange, and the increasing threat of cyberattacks.
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His research also investigates how social media platforms can be utilized for disaster recovery efforts, especially coordinating relief and communication. Furthermore, Dr. Hazarika examines the rapid rise of cross-border e-commerce and its implications for global business, including the cybersecurity risks associated with international transactions and data flows. His publications highlight his interdisciplinary approach, combining technology adoption and cybersecurity insights to propose solutions that enhance business resilience and operational efficiency.
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Dr. Hazarika is particularly interested in the role of cybersecurity during global disruptions, such as pandemics, and how businesses can protect their digital infrastructure while maintaining system integration and recovery. His research emphasizes the importance of proactive security measures and robust data management strategies, ensuring that technological innovations are implemented securely and sustainably across various sectors.