Kiku Jones
Professor of Business Analytics and Information Systems
The Gabriel Ferrucci Prof of Business Analytics and Info Sys
Kiku Jones
Professor of Business Analytics and Information Systems
The Gabriel Ferrucci Prof of Business Analytics and Info Sys
Dr. Kiku Jones fosters a welcoming and dynamic learning environment. As The Gabriel Ferrucci Professor of Business Analytics and Information Systems at Quinnipiac University (QU), she is known for her leadership in inclusive education, workforce development, and emerging technologies. With a strong focus on real-world application, she prepares students to become data-driven, socially conscious leaders equipped to navigate today's complex business landscape. She actively supports students in embracing their authentic, intersectional identities and using their voices to drive meaningful change. Her commitment to excellence in teaching has been recognized with multiple awards, including the Mayo Excellence in Teaching Award from the College of Business at The University of Tulsa (2008), the CIS Professor of the Year from QU's CIS Society (2014, 2015, and 2016), Excellence in Teaching Award from QU's Center for Excellence (2017), Faculty Service to Students Award from the School of Business (2025), the Outstanding Faculty Award from the Student Government Association (2025), and the Women of Innovation Award in the Academic Innovation & Leadership - Post Secondary category from the Connecticut Technology Council (2025).
Dr. Jones is a champion for equity and systemic change in the workforce. She served as Co-Director of the M&T Bank Center for Women & Business (2018–2022). She currently serves on the Board of Directors for the ACE Women's Network–Connecticut, advancing women's leadership in higher education. Since 2016, she has taken students to San Lucas Tolimán, Guatemala, as part of the Office of Global Engagement's Global Solidarity Program, an initiative that fosters cross-cultural learning, mutual respect, and community collaboration. Dr. Jones and her family were the recipients of the John S. Martinez Community Service Award from the Columbus House (2024) for support of their mission to end homelessness. Dr. Jones was recently elected to the Board of Directors for the New Haven/León Sister City Project.
Dr. Jones brings extensive cross-sector experience to her academic leadership. She has held leadership roles in the nonprofit and healthcare sectors, including Vice President at Feed The Children and Director of Management Engineering and Decision Support Services at Commonwealth Health Corporation. At QU, she contributed to the institution's strategic direction in emerging technologies as a Co-Chair of the AI Curriculum Subcommittee. Her work reflects a deep commitment to building partnerships that bridge academia, industry, and community impact.
Dr. Jones is a champion for equity and systemic change in the workforce. She served as Co-Director of the M&T Bank Center for Women & Business (2018–2022). She currently serves on the Board of Directors for the ACE Women's Network–Connecticut, advancing women's leadership in higher education. Since 2016, she has taken students to San Lucas Tolimán, Guatemala, as part of the Office of Global Engagement's Global Solidarity Program, an initiative that fosters cross-cultural learning, mutual respect, and community collaboration. Dr. Jones and her family were the recipients of the John S. Martinez Community Service Award from the Columbus House (2024) for support of their mission to end homelessness. Dr. Jones was recently elected to the Board of Directors for the New Haven/León Sister City Project.
Dr. Jones brings extensive cross-sector experience to her academic leadership. She has held leadership roles in the nonprofit and healthcare sectors, including Vice President at Feed The Children and Director of Management Engineering and Decision Support Services at Commonwealth Health Corporation. At QU, she contributed to the institution's strategic direction in emerging technologies as a Co-Chair of the AI Curriculum Subcommittee. Her work reflects a deep commitment to building partnerships that bridge academia, industry, and community impact.
Education
- BS, Western Kentucky University
- MBA, Western Kentucky University
- PHD, Univ. of Kentucky
Areas of Expertise
- Computer Information Systems
- Organizational Communications & Information Systems
- Technology & Innovation Management
- Organizational Leadership
Organization
- Business Analytics and Information Systems
Office Location
- The School of Business 336
Mail Drop
- SB-DNF
Courses
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AC 350 Data Analysis With Excel
Spring 2026 -
BAN 610 Statistical Foundations for Applied AI And Business Analytics
Spring 2026 -
BAN 688 Business Analytics Independent Study
Fall 2025 -
CIS 267 Client-Side Web Development
Fall 2025 -
CIS 350 Data Analysis with Excel (AC 350)
Spring 2026 -
CIS 440 IT Project Management
Fall 2025
Quinnipiac Today
Selected Publications
Peer Reviewed Presentations
The Need for Artificial Intelligence Programs in AACSB Accredited Business Schools: A Comparison Across Universities
Jones, K., Leonard, L.N.K., Ceccucci, W. and Lang, G.
ISCAP, Louisville, KY (2025)
Peer Reviewed Presentations
Examining Artificial Intelligence Job Descriptions: An Analysis of Current Job
Peslak, A., Ceccucci, W., Jones, K., and Gachau, M.
ISCAP, Louisville, KY (2025)
Pathways to Impact: Job Crafting Through Alternative Leadership Roles in Higher Ed
Bedwell-Torres, W., DiazGrandos, D., Finkelstein, L., Fullick-Jagiela, J., and Jones, K.
(2025)
Conference Reviewer - ISCAP
Jones, K.
(2025)
Faculty Workshop
AI with Assignments
Jacobson, S., Jefferson, J., and Jones, K.
Winter Warm-Up - Faculty Professional Development Day (2025)
ISEDJ Editorial Review Board
Jones, K.
(2025)
Peer Reviewed Journal
Technical Skills: Uncovering Durable Competencies Through Multi Level Stakeholder Analysis
Kim, A.-S., Jones, K., Lang, G., Raider, H., Sheikh, A., and Simeone, K.
23(6) Information Systems Education Journal 4-18 (2025)
Peer Reviewed Journal
Blockchain Education: Evaluating Programs, Curricula, and Integration with Emerging Technologies in Higher Education
Gürpinar, T., Verma, A., Leonard, L.N.K., Jones, K., and Ceccucci, W.
23(5) Information Systems Education Journal 20-29 (2025)
Peer Reviewed Journal
Navigating the AI Landscape: An Analysis of AI Developer Tools Usage, Sentiment, and Trust Among IT Professionals
Ceccucci, W., Peslak, A., and Jones, K.
18(1) Journal of Information Systems Applied Research and Analytics 32-41 (2025)
Peer Reviewed Presentations
Navigating the AI Landscape: An Analysis of AI Developer Tools Usage, Sentiment, and Trust Among IT Professionals
Ceccucci, W., Peslak, A., and Jones, K.
ISCAP Conference, Baltimore, MD (2024)
Peer Reviewed Presentations
A Review of Blockchain Technology Programs in Higher Education
Gürpinar, T., Verma, A., Leonard, L.N.K., Jones, K., and Ceccucci, W.
ISCAP Conference, Baltimore, MD (2024)
Peer Reviewed Presentations
Career Readiness of Recent Graduates in the Era of Digital Transformation: Insights from Multi-Level Focus Groups
Kim, A., Jones, K., Lang, G., Raider, H., Sheikh, A., and Simione, K.
ISCAP Conference, Baltimore, MD (2024)
Faculty Workshop
What's Your Story
Jones, K.
QU SB Fall Faculty Retreat, Hamden, CT (2024)
Peer Reviewed Journal
Investigating the Relationship between Developer Job Satisfaction and Life Satisfaction: A Global Analysis
Peslak, A., Ceccucci, W., Jones, K., and Leonard, L.N.K.
17(1) Journal of Information Systems Applied Research 42-52 April (2024)
Peer Reviewed Journal
Mental Health and Information Technology Developers: An Exploration of Demographic Variances
Peslak, A. Ceccucci, W., Jones, K., and Leonard, L.N.K.
24(2) Issues in Information Systems 250-264 (2023)
Peer Reviewed Presentations
Mental Health and Information Technology Developers: An Exploration of Demographic Variances
Peslak, A. Ceccucci, W., Jones, K., and Leonard, L.N.K.
IACIS, Clearwater, FL (2023)
Peer Reviewed Presentations
Authentic Behavior: Women of Color in the Workplace
Jones, K. and Jagiela-Fullick, J.M.
Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology (SIOP) Conference, Boston, MA (2023)
Peer Reviewed Presentations
Investigating the Relationship between Developer Job Satisfaction and Life Satisfaction: A Global Analysis
Peslak, A. Ceccucci, W., Jones, K., and Leonard, L.N.K.
ISCAP Conference, Albuquerque, New Mexico (2023)
Salary Negotiations, M&T Bank Center for Women & Business Fall 2023 Newsletter
Jagiela-Fullick, J. and Jones, K.
(2023)
Peer Reviewed Journal
The Effect of Mental Illness on Compensation for IT Developers
Peslak, A., Ceccucci, W., Jones, K., and Leonard, L.N.K.
16(3) Journal of Information Systems Applied Research 45-57 November (2023)
Peer Reviewed Presentations
The Effect of Mental Illness on Compensation for IT Developers
Peslak, A., Ceccucci, W., Jones, K., and Leonard, L.N.K.
ISCAP-EDSIG Conference, Clearwater, FL (2022)
Peer Reviewed Proceedings
Engagement Fellowship Program: Adapting the IT Project Management Environment through the Pandemic
Znutas, D., Jones, K., & Fullick-Jagiela, J.
ISCAP-EDSIG Conference, Washington, DC (2021)
Peer Reviewed Journal
Trust in C2C Electronic Commerce: Ten Years Later
Leonard, L.N.K. and Jones, K.
61(3) Journal of Computer Information Systems 240-246 (2021)
Peer Reviewed Journal
The Importance of Faculty/Staff Support During Times of Crisis
Jones, K., Saulnier, B., Fullick-Jagiela, J., & Leonard, L.
19(3) Information Systems Education Journal 38-46 (2021)