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 Clifford Kettemborough Ph.D.

Clifford Kettemborough Ph.D.

Office: Founders Hall 215

Educational Background

  • D.B.A., International Business, Pacific States University
  • Ed.D., Computer Technology in Education, Nova Southeastern University
  • Ph.DBA, Technology Management, University of Santa Barbara, California
  • Ph.D., Computer and Information Sciences, Pacific Western University
  • D.B.A., California American University
  • M.A., Mathematics Education, Western Governors’ University
  • M.Ed., Azusa Pacific University
  • M.B.A., University of La Verne
  • MSISM, West Coast University
  • M.S., Computer Science, West Coast University

Publications

Kettemborough, C. R. (2020). The Art and Science of Estimation in Project Management.

The 128th Session of Canton Fair. Guangzhou, China. October 15-24. Sponsor: ACI (American Certification Institute – China.

Kettemborough, C. R. (2020). America Corporate IT in the Globalization Era.

The 127th Session of Canton Fair. Guangzhou, China. June 15-24. Sponsor: ACI (American Certification Institute – China.

Kettemborough, C. R. (2020). America’s Corporate IT in the Globalization Era.

The 127th Canton Fair (virtual/online) in Guangzhou, China. June 25 – 29, 2020.

Kettemborough, C. R. (2019). The Impact of Big Data Technology on World Economies and Societies.

Education Tech Expo and Conference. Beijing, China. December 7-8. Sponsor: ACI (American Certification Institute – China).

Kettemborough, C. R. (2019). Use of Information Technology to Advance Education Delivery in Global Environment.

Education Tech Expo and Conference. Beijing, China. December 7-8., 2019. Sponsor: ACI (American Certification Institute – China).

Kettemborough, C. R. (2019). The Impact of Blockchain Technology on World Economies and Societies.

2nd International Tech Import Expo & Conference. Shanghai, China. November 6-8, 2019. Sponsor: Dexi’an Intl Trading Co Ltd.

Kettemborough, C. R. (2019). Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity Planning for an HMO (Blue Cross of North Carolina) –

A Consultancy Study. Presented at Chief Information Security Officer/InfoSec Executive Dinner. June 19, 2019, Los Angeles, California, USA.

Kettemborough, C. R. (2019). Research on the Applications of Artificial Intelligence and Big Data Technologies in Education and Training.

International Conferences on The Innovative Integration of Artificial Intelligence and University Informatization under the Background of Big Data. Xi’an, China. May 25-27.

Kettemborough, C. R. (2019). Retailer Appetite for Native e-Commerce Apps. GL Group Research.

February 2019. GLGroup.com.

Kettemborough, C. R. (2019). Digital Identity Authentication and Fraud Prevention. GL Group

Research. January 2019. GLGroup.com.

Kettemborough, C. R. (2018). Import Opportunities from the USA in the educational arena.

Paper presented at the 1st International Tech Import Expo & Conference. Shang’hai, China. Nov. 15-17, 2018. Sponsor: Dexi’an Intl Trading Co Ltd.

Kettemborough, C. R. (2018). Global Omni-Channel/E-Commerce Retail. GL Group Research.

October 2018. GLGroup.com.

Kettemborough, C. R. (2018). Time Sensitive: Higher Education Software Solutions for Grant Management.

GL Group Research. July 2018. GLGroup.com.

Kettemborough, C. R. (2018). Cloud Migration Strategies. GL Group Research.

GLGroup.com. May 2018.

Kettemborough, C. R. (2018). Vital Link: Panelist Member. ICT Regional CTE Advisory Meeting.

CISCO/UC Irvine. March 2018.

Kettemborough, C. R. (2018). AI, Robotics and Machines with Applications to Modern Business Enterprises.

CDM Media: CXO Conference. March 2018. Los Angeles, CA.

Kettemborough, C. R. (2018). Customer Service & Support Software Customer Perspective.

GL Group Research. March 2018. GLGroup.com.

Kettemborough, C. R. (2018). Collaboration Technology – Vendors and Products Overview.

ERT Magazine. June 2018. ETR.AI.

Kettemborough, C. R. (2017). US-China Technology Exchange – Opportunities and Challenges.

Paper presented at the 4th International Investment and Technology Conference for the “Belt Road. Yang-
ling City, Shaanxi, China. November 5-8, 2017. Sponsor: Dexi’an Int’l Trading Co Ltd.

Kettemborough, C. R. (2017). Infrastructure Technology – Vendors and Corporate Budgets Forecast.

ERT Magazine. February 2017. ETR.AI.

Kettemborough, C. R. (2017). IT Infrastructure – A Quantitative Study.

GL Group Research. December 2017. GLGroup.com.

Kettemborough, C. R. (2017). Learning Management Systems – Customer Perspective.

GL Group Research. August 2017. GLGroup.com.

Kettemborough, C. R. (2017). Artificial Intelligence Opportunities in Business.

GL Group Research. April 2017. GLGroup.com.

Kettemborough, C. R. (2017)., ServiceNow vs. Workfront – Customer Perspective.

GL Group Research. January 2017. GLGroup.com.

Kettemborough, C. R. (2017). Technology Innovations and Economic Cycles.

Paper presented at 8th International Technology and Business Forum. Singapore. Sept 15-17, 2017. Sponsor: Pacific States University (external degrees), Los Angeles, CA.

Kettemborough, C. R. (2016). The value of Professional Certifications.

Paper presented at the 5th International Educational Exchange Conference. Zu-hai, China. August 19-21, 2016. Sponsor: American Certification Institute.

Kettemborough, C. R. (2016). Cybersecurity Technology Overview.

ERT Magazine. May 2016. ETR.AI.

Kettemborough, C. R. (2016). USA Schools MBA Curriculum Variations.

Paper presented at the 10th International MBA Forum. Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. August 1-4, 2016. Sponsor: Pacific States University (external degrees). Los Angeles, CA.

Kettemborough, C. R. (2016). PC, Laptop, and Printer Brand Study (US).

GL Group Research. December 2016. GLGroup.com.

Kettemborough, C. R. (2016). Enterprise Communications Brand Study.

GL Group Research. September 2016. GLGroup.com.

Kettemborough, C. R. (2016). IT Reliability and Security Trends.

GL Group Research. May 2016. GLGroup.com.

Kettemborough, C. R. (2016). Cloud Database Migration Trends.

GL Group Research. February 2016. GLGroup.com.

Kettemborough, C. R. (2015). Cybersecurity: Challenges and Solutions in the (online) Banking Industry.

Paper presented at the 10th International High-Tech in Banking Industry Exchange. Hong Kong, China. July 15-19, 2015. Sponsor: Northern University, Los Angeles, CA.

Kettemborough, C. R. (2015). The status of Cybersecurity Vendors and Tools.

ERT Magazine. September 2015. ETR.AI.

Kettemborough, C. R. (2015). Formal/Academic Education Degrees vs. Professional Certifications – What the employers do value?

Paper presented at the 4th International Educational Exchange Conference. Beijing, China. March 1-4, 2015. Sponsor: American Certification Institute.

Kettemborough, C. R. (2014). Technology Trends and the Financial Industry.

Paper presented at 15th International Banking and Technology Forum. Hong Kong. China. Sept 15-17, 2014. Sponsor: Northern University, Los Angeles, CA.

Kettemborough, C. R. (2014). MBA Education for Business Leaders and Entrepreneurs.

Paper presented at 10th International Forum for Education and Business Exchange. Macau, China. Sept 15-17, 2014. Sponsor: Northern University, Los Angeles, CA.

Kettemborough, C. R. (2013). Key Concepts and Knowledge Areas for Global.

Modern MBA Education. Asia Pacific Institute for Management. April 2013. El Monte, CA.

Kettemborough, C. R. (1990 – present). Annual article publishing (about 50 thus far).

‘Culturism’ Magazine. Bucharest, Romania.

Kettemborough, C. R. (2010). Dealing with Cultural Challenges to Combining Strategic Management,

Communications, and Negotiations with Modern Leadership for Global Business Enterprises. Dissertation for Doctor of Business Administration at Pacific Sates University (external programs). Committee Chair Dr. Nie Rong, Peking University. August 2010. Beijing, China.

Kettemborough, C. R. (2009). Challenges to Effective Teaching of Mathematics to K- 12 Student Population in

Greater Los Angeles Area. Master thesis for Master of Arts in Mathematics Education, K-12 at Western Governors University. October 2009. Salt Lake City, UT.

Kettemborough, C. R. (2007). A Partial Solution to Fermat’s Last Theorem: From Equal Radicals to

Fermat’s Last Theorem (with radicals). Paper submitted to American Mathematical Society. October 2007. Sponsor/Advisor: Prof. William Watkins, PhD., California State University at Northridge.

Kettemborough, C. R. (2006). Challenges to Teaching Leadership for Educators and Business Leaders.

Master thesis for Master of Arts in Education – Organization Leadership/School Administration at Azusa Pacific University. Advisor Dr. Robert Vouga. July 2006. Azusa, CA.

Kettemborough, C. R. (2002). Bridging the Gap between the Academia and Industry for Database

Technology. Dissertation for Doctor of Philosophy in Computer Technology in Education at Nova Southeastern University. Committee Chair Dr. Jinping Sun. January 2002. Fort Lauderdale, FL.

Kettemborough, C. R. (1996). Introduction and Management of Leading Technologies in the Modern

Business Enterprise. Dissertation for Doctor of Philosophy in Business Administration and Management at the University of Santa Barbara. Committee Chair Dr. Richard Irizary. December 1996. Santa Barbara, CA.

Kettemborough, C. R. (1991). Management of Enterprise Integrated Information Systems.

Master thesis for Master of Business Management at the University of La Verne. April 1991. La Verne, CA.

Kettemborough, C. R. (1989). Software Engineering Methodologies and Tools:

A Comparative Overview. Dissertation for Doctor of Philosophy in Computer and Information Sciences at Pacific Western University. Committee Chair Dr. Norman Henteleff. January 1989. Westwood, CA.

Kettemborough, C. R. (1986). Management of Enterprise Integrated Information Systems.

Master thesis for Master of Management Information Systems at West Coast University. September 1986. Los Angeles, CA.

Kettemborough, C. R. (1985). Software Engineering for Real-Time Systems.

Master thesis for Master of Science in Computer Science at West Coast University. September 1985. Los Angeles, CA.

Kettemborough, C. R. (1976). Mathematical Dynamic Programming Theory and Techniques with Applications.

Diplomat thesis for Bachelor of Science in Mathematics at the University of Bucharest, Romania. June 1976. Bucharest, Romania.

Awards / Honors

  • “Outstanding Faculty Mentor for Quarter 1, 2016”, from California Southern University
  • “Special Award” by the 13th World Outstanding Chinese, 2013
  • Disable Veterans of America, Paralyzed Veterans of America: Member of Commander’s Club; 2004 – present
  • “Sincere Appreciation and Recognition for Personal Commitment, Dedication and Performance for eight Years of Service” from Chapman University, 2003
  • “AIU Online Faculty Service Award,” 2003.
  • “NASA/JPL Leadership Award” for Y2K Project Successful Completion, ahead of schedule.
  • “Excellence in Teaching/Instructor of the Year” from University of Redlands, 1996.
  • “Knowledge and Service Given to Our University” from Woodbury University, 1999.
  • Nominated “Member of Leadership Society,” Faculty Search Committee, -1996
  • Member of Advisory Board and Curriculum Development for various programs – University of Redlands, UCLA extension, UCI extension, California American University, Chapman University, Learning Tree University, National University, Pepperdine University, The Union Institute & University, West Coast University.

Additional Information


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