Apply Now
Contact Us
infor-formicon

Directory of Our Exceptional
Faculty and Staff

The faculty, staff and administrators are committed to making your educational experience smooth and productive.

Jimmie Flores

Adjunct Faculty
PhD, MBA, MS, DM

Education
University of Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ

  • Doctor of Management in Information Systems and Technology (3/2009) 

Fielding Graduate University, Santa Barbara, California

  • PhD in Human and Organizational Development (10/2006) · M.A. in Human and Organizational Systems (8/2005) 
  • Regis University, Denver, Colorado
  • MEd in Curriculum, Instruction, & Assessment (4/2009) - Using Web 2.0 Technologies in Higher Education 
  • MS in Nonprofit Management (8/2006) · M.S. in Management (7/2006) - Area of Emphasis: Organizational Leadership: Project Leadership & Management
  • MS in Computer Information Technology (5/2003) - Area of Emphasis: Management of Technologies

DeVry University, Chicago, IL

  • MS in Educational Technology (12/2008)

University of St. Thomas, Houston, Texas

  • MBA Areas of concentration: Finance and Marketing (12/1992)

St. Mary's University, San Antonio, Texas

  • BBA, Major: Corporate Financial Management (8/1990)

General Background
Dr. Flores has held management and leadership positions in major companies including Shell Oil Company, The Prudential, and USAA. At USAA, he managed the $11.5 million budget for the IT department. He served as a Clinic Administrator for a major gastroenterology practice in Houston. Dr. Flores founded a global IT training and consulting business with operations in Asia and the United States. Dr. Flores has written several books including How to Become a Proficient Online Learner. He has earned two doctorates and seven master's degrees. His professional credentials include PMP®, ITIL® Expert, and Certified Scrum Professional® (CSM). Research interests include Information Technology, Project Management, Global Business, Entrepreneurship, Financial Management, Human Resource Management, and Informatics. 

Notable Publications

  • Ringler, I., Schubert, C., Deem, J., Flores, J., Friestad-Tate, J., and Lockwood, R. Improving the asynchronous online learning environment using discussion boards. I-Manager's Journal of Educational Technology, April-June 2015. 
  • Flores, J. (2015). Project leadership 101: Drown them in transparency. Scrum Alliance. http://goo.gl/eSSQLY
  • Holmes Corporation (2015). The Learning System for PMP Exam Preparation, contributing author. Served as contributing author. 
  • Flores, J., Rouse, R., and Schuttler, R. (2011). Red, yellow, or green: Which kind of leader are you? Nonprofit World, Volume 29-2. 
  •  Flores, J., and Lao, T. The doctor gave her only one crutch. Small Business Institute 42nd Annual Academic Conference. Corpus Christi Texas, February 14-17, 2018. 
  • Flores, J., Lao, T., and Gonzalez, M. Steve Jobs said: You've Gotta be a little crazy. Small Business Institute 42nd Annual Academic Conference. Corpus Christi Texas, February 14-17, 2018.
  • Colorado State University, Global Campus - Commencement speaker (June 2015). 
  • San Antonio City South Chamber of Commerce Leadership Academy - Served as Guest Speaker on the topic of Leading Groups and Teams: Secondary / Higher Education (2008).

Professional Service/Recognition/Charitable Boards 
Serves in the following ministries at Holy Spirit Catholic Church: Love Strong and Usher.