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Samir Jarjoui

Samir Jarjoui

 

Samir Jarjoui

Hometown: Jerusalem
Program: Doctorate in Business Administration
Graduation Date: August 2022
Cause I am passionate about: I am passionate about access to education. I believe that education is a matter of culture formation which can help us explore possibilities and discover new frontiers.

Why did you decide to pursue a graduate degree in cybersecurity at ³Ô¹ÏÍø?

³Ô¹ÏÍø’s commitment to excellence in education and robust curriculum were driving factors. In addition, I was attracted to the prospect of conducting applied research in a highly-accredited business school.

What is your plan for after graduation?

I plan to go back to industry after having spent a few years in academia.

Tell us about your experience in your internship.

My DBA dissertation was on optimizing enterprise cybersecurity risk management; it was both a challenging and a rewarding experience. I had a chance to collaborate with highly-qualified faculty, professionals, and explore novel approaches to cybersecurity risk management.

What advice do you have for incoming students?

Consider enterprise-wide aspects that may play a role in cybersecurity. While technical capabilities are important, they do not paint the entire picture.

What was your favorite part of the graduate program at ³Ô¹ÏÍø?

Conducting applied research that has important implications for practice and academia.

How did your experience at ³Ô¹ÏÍø help to prepare you for your professional goals?

My ³Ô¹ÏÍø experience encompassed important and diverse areas, such as leadership and strategy, and helped me improve my skills as a researcher and professional.