Christopher P. Furner, Ph.D.
Professor: East Carolina University
About Chris
Dr. Furner has served as a Professor of Management Information Systems in the College of Business at East Carolina
University since August 2022, as an Associate Professor since 2017, and as an Assistant Professor since 2013. His research interests include mobile
computing issues including location-based privacy, mobile app
stickiness and mobile self-efficacy. Dr. Furner also studies
cultural determinants of individual level information systems
outcomes, such as Knowledge Management System effectiveness, media choice and purchase intention in an e-commerce setting.
Dr. Furner greatly enjoys teaching and has consistently received
excellent teaching evaluations. He is actively involved in
assessment efforts, and was an instrumental part of the AACSB and
ABET accreditation efforts at West Texas A&M University. In addition, Dr. Furner took a leadership role in the development of East Carolina University's graduate program in Data Analytics.
Dr. Furner is actively engaged in University and professional
service. At West Texas A&M University, he has served as an advisor to two student groups, Chair of
the Faculty Development and Recognition Committee and on numerous
University, College and Department committees, including the
Institutional Research Board. He has also
served as Managing Editor for Communications of the AIS.
