Dr. Yasser Rahrovani

Associate Professor

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Biography

Yasser Rahrovani is an Associate Professor at the Ivey Business School, specializing in Information Systems. His research investigates the intersection of technology, design, and innovation, focusing particularly on how emerging digital technologies, especially artificial intelligence (AI), transform organizations and work practices. His scholarly work delves into the complex interactions between design intentions and user practices, as well as the governance and ethical ramifications of AI, particularly in sensitive areas such as healthcare and public services. Rahrovani is also dedicated to designing innovative educational experiences tailored for executives and graduate students. He has created the Fundamentals of AI Business (FunAI), an engaging course aimed at non-technical learners, and utilizes comic-based case studies and podcasts to make complex topics accessible to diverse audiences. His teaching philosophy incorporates real-world cases and interdisciplinary perspectives, emphasizing experiential exercises that prepare leaders to navigate the opportunities and risks presented by AI-driven transformation.

Research Interests

Requirements for Western University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
Prerequisites
Four-year degree, honours or the equivalent, in anthropology or equivalent background in social sciences.
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Two academic references
  • Sample of written work (15-20 pages)
  • Statement of academic intent
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Specialization Notes

Streams include Archaeology and Bioarchaeology, and Sociocultural Anthropology.