Fuzzy-set Qualitative Comparative Analysis (fsQCA) Fundamentals with Prof. Ilias Pappas
RMIT BHRIGHT Methodology Seminar Series
Host and convenor: Dr Mohammad Hossain, BHRIGHT Digital Theme Lead
August 30 2023
Many business theories and studies are inherently configurational or gestalt-like. The fuzzy set Qualitative Comparative Analysis (fsQCA) approach provides researchers with tools for conceptualizing research questions and analysing data in configurational terms. fsQCA offers several advantage over the most traditional methods, e.g., regression-based techniques. It is a powerful tool for testing models with nonlinear phenomena and thus enables researchers to more adequately theorize and empirically examine causal complexity. Consequently, fsQCA is becoming popular among business researchers and behavioural scientists in Accounting, Marketing, Management, Information Systems, Hospitality, International Business, Supply Chain, and more. In this seminar, Professor Pappas, one of the top scholars on fsQCA, will discuss the fundamental guidelines about applying fsQCA in business research. You can also ask him your questions on fsQCA.
Ilias Pappas is a Professor of Information Systems at University of Agder and Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Norway. His research and teaching activities include data science and digital transformation, human-centered AI, user experience in different contexts, as well as digital marketing, e-services, and information technology adoption. He has published over 100 articles in peer reviewed journals including the European Journal of Information Systems, European Journal of Marketing, Information & Management, and International Journal of Information Management. He is an Associate Editor for Journal of Business Research (JBR), Communications of the Association for Information Systems (CAIS), and an Executive Editor for Information Systems Frontiers (ISF). He also serves as the vice-chair of the IFIP Working Group 6.11.
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