He earned his Ph.D. (2016) from the Arizona State University, his M.Sc. (2009) from Middle East Technical University. His research focuses on consumer behavior in software markets, with a focus how software business strategy shapes end user choice and engagement. Irfan's teaching portfolio includes Computer Networks and Distributed Systems and R for Business Analysts, he is currently teaching Systems Analysis and Design. He enjoys board gaming with his family in his free time.