Departments

Qualification

• Ph.D. in Digital Transformation and Innovation, University of Ottawa, Canada (2023).
• Master of Arts in Management and Organization, Libyan Academy, Tripoli (2010).
• B.Sc. in Management, University of Benghazi, Libya (2005).

Professional Membership

• Head of Technology and Innovative Teaching Unit at Gulf University.
• Member of Digital Transformation and Artificial Intelligence Committee.
• AACSB Accreditation Committee Member, Gulf University.
• Institute for Digital Transformation.
• Association for Learning Technology (ALT).
• Reviewer, National Communication Association (NCA), Eastern Communication Association, USA.

Teaching & Learning Statement

Dr. Idris's teaching philosophy integrates active learning, critical inquiry, and applied research. He encourages students to connect theory to practice through case-based learning, digital simulations, and collaborative projects that address real-world digital transformation challenges.

Dr. Idris is committed to developing innovative and ethical graduates capable of leading digital transformation. He has taught undergraduate and postgraduate courses including Digital Disruption for Business Innovation, Managing Digital Transformation, Work in a Digital World, Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS), and Digital Skills in Business. His teaching emphasizes participatory learning, critical reflection, and the integration of digital tools to equip students with practical and analytical skills aligned with today's global economy.

Experience

• Assistant Professor — Gulf University, Bahrain (2025–Present).
• Program Officer — Major Projects & Systems Integration — Canada Revenue Agency, Canada (2023–2025). Contributed to enterprise digital transformation initiatives, governance reporting, and cross-functional coordination for national modernization programs.
• Project Coordinator — Community Economic Development — Ottawa Community Immigrant Services Organization, Canada (2022–2023). Led digital training and data initiatives supporting newcomer integration and digital literacy.
• Job Developer — Employment & Newcomer Services — YMCA-YWCA, National Capital Region, Canada (2019–2021). Delivered digital employability workshops and collaborated with employers to support workforce readiness.
• Graduate Research & Teaching Assistant — University of Ottawa, Canada (2016–2023). Supported teaching and research in digital transformation, qualitative methods, and assisted with SSHRC-funded research and student assessment.

Research Interest

Dr. Alghazali's research focuses on the role of artificial intelligence and digital transformation in reshaping public sector systems, communication, and organizational innovation. He applies qualitative and interdisciplinary methods to study technology adoption, digital inclusion, and equity within institutional and community contexts.

• Digital Transformation and Innovation in Public Sector Organizations.
• Information and Communication Technology for Health and Governance.
• Digital Inclusion, Health Equity, and Cultural Competence.
• Artificial Intelligence Interaction and Cross-Sector Collaboration.

Selected Publications

1. Alghazali, I., & Ahmed, R. (2024). The role of cultural competence in health care to improve communication between immigrant patients and health-care providers in Ottawa, Canada. International Journal of Migration.
2. Ahmed, R., Veronis, L., & Alghazali, I. (2020). Syrian Refugee Youths' Use of Social Media as a Space for Communicating Social. McGill–Queen's University Press.
3. Pottie, K., et al., including Alghazali, I. (2020). How refugee youth use social media: what does this mean for improving their health and welfare? Journal of Public Health Policy.
4. Alghazali, I., & Ahmed, R. (2019). Cultural competence in health [Book review]. Health Communication.

Conference Presentations

1. Alghazali, I., & Ahmed, R. (2019, November). The role of health information and communication technology in reducing health care disparities: A systematic literature review. National Communication Association 105th Annual Convention, Baltimore, MD, USA.
2. Alghazali, I., & Ahmed, R. (2019, May). Cultural competence for better management in healthcare organizations: A systematic literature review. International Communication Association 69th Annual Conference, Washington, D.C., USA.
3. Ahmed, R., Veronis, L., & Alghazali, I. (2019, April). Syrian refugee youth's use of social media as a space for communicating social support during resettlement. Eastern Communication Association 110th Annual Convention, Providence, RI, USA.