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The School of Business encourages and fosters a rich research-oriented environment for faculty and doctoral candidates. Students can choose from a variety of topics reflecting the varied research interests of our faculty. The Ph.D. Program is intended to prepare students to conduct original research; i.e., to explain phenomena previously not well understood and then to test proposed explanations empirically.
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Rigorous, discipline-based research is the hallmark of the MIT Sloan PhD Program. The program is committed to educating scholars who will lead in their fields of research—those with outstanding intellectual skills who will carry forward productive research on the complex organizational, financial, and technological issues that characterize an increasingly competitive and challenging business world.
Learn more about the program, how to apply, and find answers to common questions.
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PhD studies at MIT Sloan are intense and individual in nature, demanding a great deal of time, initiative, and discipline from every candidate. But the rewards of such rigor are tremendous: MIT Sloan PhD graduates go on to teach and conduct research at the world's most prestigious universities.
PhD Program curriculum at MIT Sloan is organized under the following three academic areas: Behavior & Policy Sciences; Economics, Finance & Accounting; and Management Science. Our nine research groups correspond with one of the academic areas, as noted below.
Behavioral & policy sciences.
Economic Sociology
Institute for Work & Employment Research
Organization Studies
Technological Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Strategic Management
Accounting
Information Technology
System Dynamics
Those interested in a PhD in Operations Research should visit the Operations Research Center .
Additional information including coursework and thesis requirements.
MIT Sloan is eager to provide a diverse group of talented students with early-career exposure to research techniques as well as support in considering research career paths.
The fourth annual Rising Scholars Conference on October 25 and 26 gathers diverse PhD students from across the country to present their research.
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The goal of the MIT Sloan PhD Program's admissions process is to select a small number of people who are most likely to successfully complete our rigorous and demanding program and then thrive in academic research careers. The admission selection process is highly competitive; we aim for a class size of nineteen students, admitted from a pool of hundreds of applicants.
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Admissions for 2024 is closed. The next opportunity to apply will be for 2025 admission. The 2025 application will open in September 2024.
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Students in good academic standing in our program receive a funding package that includes tuition, medical insurance, and a fellowship stipend and/or TA/RA salary. We also provide a new laptop computer and a conference travel/research budget.
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Throughout the year, we organize events that give you a chance to learn more about the program and determine if a PhD in Management is right for you.
July phd program overview.
During this webinar, you will hear from the PhD Program team and have the chance to ask questions about the application and admissions process.
September 12 phd program overview, september 25 phd program overview.
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Unlike formulaic approaches to training scholars, the PhD Program at MIT Sloan allows students to choose their own adventure and develop a unique scholarly identity. This can be daunting, but students are given a wide range of support along the way - most notably having access to world class faculty and coursework both at MIT and in the broader academic community around Boston.
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Profiles of our current students
MIT Sloan produces top-notch PhDs in management. Immersed in MIT Sloan's distinctive culture, upcoming graduates are poised to innovate in management research and education.
Doctoral candidates on the current academic market
Graduates of the MIT Sloan PhD Program are researching and teaching at top schools around the world.
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The PhD Program is integral to the research of MIT Sloan's world-class faculty. With a reputation as risk-takers who are unafraid to embrace the unconventional, they are engaged in exciting disciplinary and interdisciplinary research that often includes PhD students as key team members.
Research centers across MIT Sloan and MIT provide a rich setting for collaboration and exploration. In addition to exposure to the faculty, PhD students also learn from one another in a creative, supportive research community.
Throughout MIT Sloan's history, our professors have devised theories and fields of study that have had a profound impact on management theory and practice.
From Douglas McGregor's Theory X/Theory Y distinction to Nobel-recognized breakthroughs in finance by Franco Modigliani and in option pricing by Robert Merton and Myron Scholes, MIT Sloan's faculty have been unmatched innovators.
This legacy of innovative thinking and dedication to research impacts every faculty member and filters down to the students who work beside them.
“MIT Sloan PhD training is a transformative experience. The heart of the process is the student’s transition from being a consumer of knowledge to being a producer of knowledge. This involves learning to ask precise, tractable questions and addressing them with creativity and rigor. Hard work is required, but the reward is the incomparable exhilaration one feels from having solved a puzzle that had bedeviled the sharpest minds in the world!” -Ezra Zuckerman Sivan Alvin J. Siteman (1948) Professor of Entrepreneurship
Sample Dissertation Abstracts - These sample Dissertation Abstracts provide examples of the work that our students have chosen to study while in the MIT Sloan PhD Program.
We believe that our doctoral program is the heart of MIT Sloan's research community and that it develops some of the best management researchers in the world. At our annual Doctoral Research Forum, we celebrate the great research that our doctoral students do, and the research community that supports that development process.
The videos of their presentations below showcase the work of our students and will give you insight into the topics they choose to research in the program.
2024 PhD Doctoral Research Forum Winner - Gabriel Voelcker
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A phd in management: where business research and education intersect.
Become an industry thought leader while preparing tomorrow’s business leaders.
Our fully funded PhD in Management is designed for ambitious students and professionals interested in a career in university teaching and research.
This residential program, based at the Samuel Curtis Johnson Graduate School of Management in Ithaca, NY, combines Ivy League rigor and real-world relevance to prepare you for successful careers in academia.
With a strong focus on management science and applied research, this doctoral degree is ideal for someone looking to teach at the university level and contribute to the greater body of industry knowledge. Pursuing a PhD in Management is also an ideal next step for executives and senior managers who want to make a transition to academia or enhance their research skills for a successful consulting career.
As you explore PhD programs’ degree requirements, faculty engagement, and campus experience, Cornell stands alone.
In Cornell’s highly flexible program, you’ll choose a specific area of study and build your own dissertation committee. Our program faculty are genuinely interested and invested in your intellectual development. In this small and highly selective program, you will get to know the faculty and your peers well.
The SC Johnson Graduate School of Management is home to leading research centers and a high-impact academic journal; these open you up to unique learning and mentorship opportunities.
The Debra Paget and Jeffrey Berg Business Simulation Lab facilitates in-person and online behavioral research related to decision-making and problem-solving.
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The Johnson School’s doctoral degree in management combines the best of theory and practice, building on a three-pronged foundation:
Develop your research and analytical skills. You’ll work with classmates to examine existing literature and theories for class deliverables, which will often include your own original research.
Design your own academic pathway. You’ll choose one of six primary areas of study and create your own dissertation committee.
Draw on the expertise from across Cornell. You’ll get to select graduate-level courses from schools and colleges devoted to law , hospitality , engineering , labor relations , and other fields.
The fully residential, fully funded PhD in Management program includes a tuition waiver and a stipend for living expenses. Here’s a quick overview of what to expect:
PhD in Management
Ithaca, NY, with options in New York City
Foundational coursework, original research, and six potential areas of study
“PhD is a marathon, not a sprint, and collaborating with great people is paramount. At Cornell, I’ve found a place where amazing people come together, supporting my research and personal growth. Choosing Cornell means joining a community that knows how important it is to work with exceptional people to excel in the program.” – Elina Hur PhD ’23
When you apply to the Johnson School’s PhD in Management, you will select a primary area of study. Choosing a concentration allows you to gain specialized skills and knowledge while growing a portfolio of original research.
Examine the role of accounting information in firms and financial markets. PhD-level research at Cornell explores topics such as how firms report information to investors, how accounting information is used to manage firms, and the nature of auditing.
Use modern tools and methodologies to gain a better understanding of the world. PhD students in this area explore many aspects of economics including industrial, behavioral, labor, and organizational.
Dive deep into the financial structure and issues of organizations. Your research might look at how conflicts of interest affect corporate policy, how investor psychology affects asset pricing, or how to detect price bubbles.
Learn how theories from operations research, economics, psychology, and sociology intersect to inform corporate and consumer decisions. Your PhD studies will explore both quantitative and behavioral perspectives of marketing.
Prepare for a research-focused career in academia or industry. This versatile concentration develops skilled, innovative, analytical researchers through a broad curriculum and close faculty collaboration.
Develop the technical skills and behavioral analysis knowledge you need to address high-impact managerial decisions. This focus area also offers an option to complete coursework at Cornell Tech in New York City.
The majority of our PhD in Management students pursue careers in academia. After graduation, many land tenure-track teaching positions at top-tier business schools and continue to advance knowledge through original research. Johnson School PhD students often field multiple offers and see starting salaries range from $150,000 to $250,000.
Students from around the United States and across the globe arrive at the Johnson School to earn their PhD in Management —and their diverse research interests, educational backgrounds, and professional experiences make for a vibrant, enriching learning environment. MEET CURRENT PHD STUDENTS
After earning the PhD in Management, our alumni go on to teach and inspire future leaders at top-tier institutions. Not only do they teach and conduct research alongside some of the most brilliant minds in business, but they also advance the field through publishing in leading journals and presenting their work at industry conferences.
“ Does Regulatory Jurisdiction Affect the Quality of Investment-Adviser Regulation? ” in American Economic Review (2019) — Alan Kwan, PhD ’17, with Ben Charoenwong and Tarik Umar
When you join the PhD in Management program at the Johnson School, you’ll be part of a learning community comprising more than 100 accomplished academics and thought leaders.
Not only will you take courses with renowned professors from across the Cornell SC Johnson College of Business, but you also will have the opportunity to build your own faculty committee—a group that will become instrumental as you select your dissertation topic and embark on your original research.
Throughout the PhD program—from foundational coursework to your dissertation—you’ll work closely with dedicated teacher-scholars like these:
Dr. Rennekamp’s research focuses on financial accounting from a behavioral perspective. She’s widely published, with work appearing in leading academic journals such as The Accounting Review , Contemporary Accounting Research , and The Journal of Financial Reporting .
Dr. Girotra studies the digital transformation of companies, whether it’s looking at emerging tools and practices or exploring new business models. He’s frequently interviewed in an array of mainstream business media outlets, including Bloomberg BusinessWeek , Fortune , and Forbes .
Dr. Woolley studies the psychological processes behind consumer motivation. She’s an award-winning educator and researcher with work published in academic journals and national media outlets including the Journal of Consumer Research , Journal of Marketing Research , and The Wall Street Journal .
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As you pursue your PhD in business management , you’ll begin with a set of foundation courses and progress into advanced coursework in your area of interest. Through it all, your faculty committee will help make sure you’re on the right track.
Early in your doctoral program, you will complete foundational coursework in management and other fields. Many of these will focus on the research process and prepare you for your dissertation.
As you progress in the PhD in Management program, you’ll take electives and advanced courses that align with your research area of interest; these classes can be in the Johnson School and across Cornell.
During the final part of the program, you begin work on your dissertation—the culmination of your original research. You choose the topic of research in conjunction with your committee.
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Tap into the experience and expertise of faculty members from across Cornell University.
Management is a broad science. Business leaders serve in a variety of roles in industries of all kinds: healthcare, consumer goods, agriculture, biotechnology, media, and consulting to name just a few. At Cornell, you can enrich your education and expand your research opportunities by taking courses and finding mentors beyond the college of business.
Explore fields like computer science, psychology, sociology, communication, engineering, and data science—and then connect the dots back to your management research.
Interact with peers and professors from other disciplines by participating in student organizations and special interest groups or by attending public lectures, workshops, and networking events.
The ideal candidate for the Johnson School’s doctorate degree in management will have a strong record of academic excellence, a solid understanding of the research process, and an entrepreneurial approach to problem-solving. An MBA or master’s degree is not a requirement for admission.
Our admissions page offers more details about program prerequisites, selection criteria, requirements, deadline information, and a checklist of materials you need to submit with your application.
The Johnson School admissions team is available to answer your questions about the program and the application process. Stop in or reach out by phone or email today.
253-D Sage Hall Johnson Graduate School of Management Cornell University Ithaca, NY 14853-6201
Phone: 607-255-5340 Email: Graduate Research Programs Office
Learn, grow, and thrive on one of the most beautiful college campuses in the United States. As a PhD student, you’ll spend a lot of time in Sage Hall, a Gothic-style building dating back to 1875. You’ll find more high-tech learning spaces just off campus at the Breazzano Family Center for Business Education. You’ll also have access to the innovative campus of Cornell Tech in New York City—particularly relevant to students focused on technology and information management.
Attending Cornell also means you’ll call Ithaca, NY, home for about five years. Our eclectic downtown is full of eateries, shops, activities, and all of the amenities you’d need for everyday life. When you’re not in class or studying, you can explore all that the Finger Lakes region has to offer.
Before you apply to a research-focused graduate program, you’re likely to want to do some deep research of your own. For instance, how does a fully funded PhD in Management work? What’s the typical completion time?
We have a robust Frequently Asked Questions section to help you learn more about our program, the admissions process, and dissertation requirements. For our international applicants, you’ll also find specific details about earning your PhD in Management.
You are welcome to reach out to any professor with whom you see a good research fit. Our website also has a wealth of information about the program.
We offer interviews only to a few applicants after their first screening.
You are welcome to contact any professor with whom you see a research match. Faculty are more likely to respond to specific research queries.
Yes. Our response time will vary. We are not able to answer detailed questions that are better assessed by faculty during the application process.
Admissions does not offer campus tours for PhD program applicants. However, you may arrange an appointment with a faculty member.
Cornell University recently has been made aware of fraudulent activity targeting overseas students and researchers, including at least one third party website falsely stating that it is offering a postdoctoral or visiting scholar program in association with Cornell. These scams, which may seek to obtain money and/or personal details from interested applicants, are fraudulent.
Cornell wishes to warn the public about these fraudulent activities being perpetrated purportedly in the name of Cornell, and/or its officials. Please be advised that:
Cornell’s postdoctoral positions are listed on the Academic Career Opportunities website and postdoctoral fellowship programs are available for viewing. If you suspect a third party of falsely advertising a Cornell program, please notify [email protected]. Victims of such scams may also report them to their local law enforcement authorities for appropriate action.
Ready to apply to our highly selective, fully funded PhD in Management? We look forward to learning more about you and your research goals. Start the application process today at the Cornell Graduate Admissions website. [You’ll first need to register for an account or log in to an existing one.]
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What is a phd in business and management.
Develop skills and knowledge.
A PhD in Business and Management allows you to not only develop your own knowledge of Business and Management, but also to make a unique, original contribution to the subject as a whole. By doing so, you will hone a variety of transferable skills, such as:
If you're hoping for a career in academia, a PhD is typically required. Other research-based careers may likewise require a PhD, and even when they don't, employers will value the research skills and knowledge developed during your degree. For more information, please visit our PhD employability guide .
After completing your PhD in Business and Management, a potential career option might be employment as a Business Consultant . According to UK salary data from Glassdoor , a Business Consultant earns an average of £44,004 per year , dependent on factors such as experience, employer and employment location.
Completing a PhD may also improve your employability. According to the UK government's LEO Graduate and Postgraduate Outcomes survey , 87% of Business and Management PhD students were in further education or employment three years after graduation.
We host the Pulse postgraduate survey to understand the motivations, concerns and expectations of students just like you. For prospective Business and Management PhD students in 2023:
If you'd like to make your voice heard, why not complete our survey? Your feedback will help us ensure our site is as helpful as possible for students like you!
Note: This guidance was produced with the assistance of AI. However, all data is derived from reliable, authoratitive sources, and all content has been reviewed by humans.
Phd research project.
PhD Research Projects are advertised opportunities to examine a pre-defined topic or answer a stated research question. Some projects may also provide scope for you to propose your own ideas and approaches.
This project does not have funding attached. You will need to have your own means of paying fees and living costs and / or seek separate funding from student finance, charities or trusts.
Green skills and sustainable human resources in the e-waste sector, entrepreneurship ecosystem, innovation, and regional growth, sustainable supply chain management and circular economy, funded phd project (students worldwide).
This project has funding attached, subject to eligibility criteria. Applications for the project are welcome from all suitably qualified candidates, but its funding may be restricted to a limited set of nationalities. You should check the project and department details for more information.
Food & beverage revenue management – menu design, sustainable logistics and supply chain management, technology and practices, political marketing: applied analysis of the use of marketing by campaigns, parties and governments, political management: exploring the potential and limitations of applying hrm and organisational behaviour concepts to political offices, political advisers and politicians., executive phd programme in private sector development.
The PhD opportunities on this programme do not have funding attached. You will need to have your own means of paying fees and living costs and / or seek separate funding from student finance, charities or trusts.
A Dutch PhD usually takes 4 years and focusses mainly on research towards your thesis. This will be assessed by external examiners before being presented at a ceremonial public defence, rather than a private viva voce. Many programmes are delivered in English and students are often employed as salaried staff with teaching responsibilities.
Considering views of uk, african, and international construction industries. risk management, cost overruns, corporate responsibility, procurement, contract management, social value, sustainability, lessons learnt, stakeholders, mega-projects, project success and failure., phd in strategies for achieving net zero supply chain emissions, funded phd project (uk students only).
This research project has funding attached. It is only available to UK citizens or those who have been resident in the UK for a period of 3 years or more. Some projects, which are funded by charities or by the universities themselves may have more stringent restrictions.
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Scholars in the doctoral program in Organizational Behavior at Harvard Business School are prepared to pursue an interdisciplinary inquiry into issues that are broadly related to the functioning of individuals within groups, at either the micro or macro level. Graduates of our program go on to become the leading researchers and thinkers in organizational behavior, shaping the field and advancing theoretical understanding in posts at schools of management or in disciplinary departments.
The Organizational Behavior program is jointly administered by the faculty of Harvard Business School and the Department of Sociology in the Faculty of Arts and Sciences, and students have the opportunity to work with faculty from both the Faculty of Arts and Sciences and Harvard Business School.
Our program offers two distinct tracks, with research focused either on the micro or macro level. Students who choose to focus on micro organizational behavior take a psychological approach to the study of interpersonal relationships within organizations and groups, and the effects that groups have on individuals. In macro organizational behavior, scholars use sociological methods to examine the organizations, groups, and markets themselves, including topics such as the influence of individuals on organizational change, or the relationship between social missions and financial objectives.
Your core disciplinary training will take place in either the psychology or sociology departments, depending on the track that you choose. You will also conduct advanced coursework in organizational behavior at HBS, and complete two MBA elective curriculum courses. Students are required to teach for one full academic term in order to gain valuable teaching experience, and to work as an apprentice to a faculty member to develop research skills. Upon completion of coursework, students prepare and present a dossier that includes a qualifying paper, at least two other research papers, and a statement outlining a plan for their dissertation. Before beginning work on the dissertation, students must pass the Organizational Behavior Exam, which presents an opportunity to synthesize academic coursework and prepare for an in-depth research project.
Examples of doctoral thesis research.
“ In HBS’s Organizational Behavior program I receive outstanding, rigorous training in disciplinary methods and also benefit from the myriad resources that HBS has to offer. HBS scholars are looking to apply their research to real-world problems, come up with interventions, and make a real difference. ”
Recent placement, hanne collins, 2024, evan defilippis, 2023, hayley blunden, 2022, lumumba seegars, 2021, karen huang, 2020, stefan dimitriadis, 2019, elizabeth hansen, 2019, julie yen, 2024, jeff steiner, 2023, ahmmad brown, 2022, yanhua bird, 2020, jeffrey lees, 2020, alexandra feldberg, 2019, martha jeong, 2019, nicole abi-esber, 2023, elliot stoller, 2023, ariella kristal, 2022, leroy gonsalves, 2020, alicia desantola, 2019, catarina fernandes, 2019.
What is business and management.
Business and Management is the act of organising, planning, and directing business operations to achieve specific goals. By studying a Business Management degree, you will learn how to make decisions, oversee resources, and implement strategies to ensure an organisation runs efficiently and effectively.
There are many Business and Management specialisations to explore, and some of the most popular are:
Both Bachelor's and Master's programmes are popular in this field, but a Master's in Business and Management often goes deeper into strategic decision-making and leadership.
Business Management equips you with tools and strategies to navigate the complex world of business. You will learn to:
Popular Business Management degree courses include:
Business Management is a good degree not just for a corporate role but also for entrepreneurial pursuits. The skills you get from Business Management courses are transferable across industries, from tech startups to global conglomerates.
To excel in Business Management, you'll need strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities. Analytical thinking paired with creativity is also key. Additionally, to meet the Business Management degree requirements, a knack for decision-making and an understanding of the broader business environment can be beneficial.
A Business Management degree opens doors to a variety of careers:
Considering the many jobs you can get with a Business Management degree, it's no surprise many students pursue a career in this field. Whether you're eyeing a corporate ladder or forging your path, the career after the most common specialisation in Business Management is brimming with opportunities.
View all PhDs in Business & Management . Keep in mind you can also study an online PhDs in Business & Management .
How business & management subject ranking lists are created.
Do you want to do a degree in Business and Management, but also do it through a top Bachelor's or Master's programme? Check out university ranking lists according to subject such as World University Rankings by Subject from Times Higher Education, QS World University Rankings by Subject from TopUniversities and Best Global Universities for Economics and Business, offered by U.S. News.
These subject specific-rankings analyse a variety of factors relevant for studies in Business and Management. Some of these factors are: published papers on Business and Management, cited research papers on Business and Management, professors' performance, the number of international students, the teaching environment, and how employable graduates from Business and Management programmes are. Data about university, programme and teachers’ reputation is usually collected through surveys.
Each ranking gives different weight to these factors to come up with the final subject-ranking in Business and Management.
The overall Business and Management ranking takes into account subdisciplines and related-disciplines such as Economics, Management, Business Administration, Marketing and so on.
The Business and Management degree rankings are helpful tools for selecting the best Master's for your professional and academic development towards a fulfilling Business and Management career that matches your skills and interests.
Universities | Location | Times Higher Education Ranking (2018) | TopUniversities Ranking (2018) | U.S. News & World Report Ranking (2018) |
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Stanford, United States | 1 | 6 | 3 | |
Cambridge, United States | 2 | 4 | 2 | |
Oxford, United Kingdom | 3 | 7 | 10 | |
Camden Town, United Kingdom | 4 | 2 | 19 | |
Cambridge, United Kingdom | 5 | 8 | 21 | |
Cambridge, United States | 6 | 1 | 1 | |
Chicago, United States | 7 | 17 | 5 | |
Evanston, United States | 8 | 14 | 13 | |
Philadelphia, United States | 9 | 5 | 4 | |
Berkeley, United States | 10 | 10 | 5 | |
New York City, United States | 11 | 19 | 8 | |
Ithaca, United States | 12 | 34 | 20 | |
New York City, United States | 13 | 17 | 7 | |
Hong Kong, Hong Kong (SAR) | 14 | 20 | 41 | |
Pittsburgh, United States | 15 | 51 | 85 | |
Singapore, Singapore | 16 | 15 | 25 | |
Beijing, China | 17 | 36 | 52 | |
Minneapolis, United States | 18 | 101 | - | |
Vancouver, Canada | 19 | 38 | 42 | |
Mannheim, Germany | 20 | 51 | 75 | |
Tilburg, Netherlands | 21 | 101 | 18 | |
Pickering, Canada | 22 | 35 | 17 | |
Coventry, United Kingdom | 23 | 26 | 28 | |
Rotterdam, Netherlands | 24 | 29 | 14 | |
San Diego, United States | 24 | 151 | 35 | |
Manchester, United Kingdom | 26 | 30 | 45 | |
Milano, Italy | 27 | - | - | |
Milano, Italy | 27 | 11 | 27 | |
München, Germany | 28 | 101 | 43 | |
Beijing, China | 29 | 40 | 88 | |
Copenhagen, Denmark | 30 | 13 | 31 | |
Hong Kong, Hong Kong (SAR) | 31 | 28 | 82 | |
State College, United States | 32 | 51 | 29 | |
Los Angeles, United States | 32 | 51 | 37 | |
Hanover, United States | 34 | 51 | 51 | |
East Lansing, United States | 34 | 51 | 26 | |
Canberra, Australia | 36 | 51 | 64 | |
Austin, United States | 36 | 47 | 38 | |
Boston, United States | 38 | 51 | 54 | |
Hong Kong, Hong Kong (SAR) | 39 | 40 | 90 | |
Bloomington, United States | 40 | 51 | 33 | |
Barcelona, Spain | 40 | 151 | 68 | |
Melbourne, Australia | 42 | 22 | 39 | |
Zürich, Switzerland | 43 | 201 | 65 | |
Tempe, United States | 44 | 101 | 24 | |
Charlottesville, United States | 45 | 101 | 83 | |
Atlanta, United States | 46 | 51 | 74 | |
Bonn, Germany | 47 | - | 98 | |
Montréal, Canada | 48 | 48 | 120 | |
College Park, United States | 49 | 51 | 30 | |
Brighton, United Kingdom | 50 | - | 124 | |
Amsterdam, Netherlands | 51 | 51 | 52 | |
Shatin, Hong Kong (SAR) | 52 | 39 | 46 | |
University of Western Ontario | London, Canada | 53 | 51 | - |
Leeds, United Kingdom | 54 | 101 | 100 | |
Sydney, Australia | 55 | 23 | 55 | |
Maastricht, Netherlands | 56 | 151 | 59 | |
Newton, United States | 57 | 101 | 73 | |
Helsinki, Finland | 58 | 51 | 87 | |
Brussels, Belgium | 58 | 101 | 63 | |
Lancaster, United Kingdom | 60 | 51 | 71 | |
Shanghai, China | 61 | 51 | 131 | |
Edinburgh, United Kingdom | 61 | 51 | 128 | |
St. Gallen, Switzerland | 63 | 50 | 80 | |
Houston, United States | 64 | 201 | - | |
Groningen, Netherlands | 65 | 151 | 40 | |
Kowloon, Hong Kong (SAR) | 66 | 51 | 58 | |
Toulouse, France | 67 | - | - | |
Berlin Steglitz, Germany | 68 | 151 | - | |
Seoul, South Korea | 68 | 45 | 98 | |
Louvain-la-Neuve, Belgium | 68 | 151 | 75 | |
London, United Kingdom | 71 | 51 | 65 | |
Toronto, Canada | 72 | 101 | 89 | |
The University of Arizona | Tucson, United States | 73 | 151 | 95 |
Clayton, Australia | 74 | 31 | 49 | |
Nottingham, United Kingdom | 75 | 51 | 69 | |
Saint Lucia, Australia | 76 | 51 | 62 | |
Vienna, Austria | 76 | 201 | 137 | |
Singapore, Singapore | 78 | 36 | 113 | |
College Station, United States | 79 | 51 | 44 | |
Cranfield, United Kingdom | 80 | 51 | - | |
Bedford, United Kingdom | 80 | - | - | |
Saint Louis, United States | 81 | 201 | 105 | |
Vallendar, Germany | 81 | 151 | - | |
Sydney, Australia | 83 | 40 | 61 | |
Berlin, Germany | 84 | - | - | |
Birmingham, United Kingdom | 85 | 101 | 116 | |
Irvine, United States | 85 | - | 146 | |
Taipei, Taiwan | 87 | 51 | 117 | |
Philadelphia, United States | 87 | 201 | 118 | |
Lausanne, Switzerland | 89 | 201 | - | |
Guildford, United Kingdom | 90 | 251 | - | |
Milano, Italy | 91 | 51 | - | |
Barcelona, Spain | 92 | 201 | 93 | |
Cardiff, United Kingdom | 92 | 51 | 118 | |
Cleveland, United States | 94 | 251 | - | |
Amsterdam, Netherlands | 95 | 251 | 48 | |
Bologna, Italy | 96 | - | 150 | |
Atlanta, United States | 97 | 201 | 81 | |
Ledeberg, Belgium | 98 | - | 110 | |
South Bend, United States | 98 | 201 | 103 | |
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Business management has become essential for staying competitive and profitable in today's fast-paced world. It encompasses understanding all aspects of business, from its structure to finance, marketing, and strategy. Pursuing a postgraduate course in business management, such as PGDM, requires writing a well-researched paper to kickstart one's career.
However, the biggest challenge lies in selecting a relevant and trending research topic. To help with this, we have compiled a list of ten business management research paper topics that are currently trending in 2024, covering advancements in technology and innovative leadership strategies. Enrolling in Business Management training courses can further enhance your skills and knowledge, enabling you to take your career to new heights. So, let's delve into these cutting-edge business management research topics together and gain insights for career growth.
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Every aspect of business, like strategy, finance, operations, and management, is essential. So, it’s hard to say that a particular area of research is more significant. Choosing the best research topic in business management within your area of interest or specialization is one way to decide what your business management research project will be about. It is also a learning process and an opportunity to showcase your in-depth knowledge.
But if you want to explore other options, write about trending issues and events in the business world, and learn something new, here’s a list of 10 research proposal topics in business management that can help you create an engaging and practical project. You can also take a CCBA training certification to learn more in-depth about business management.
With businesses going global, team management has escalated from merely managing people to guiding, mentoring and resolving conflicts among individuals. Teams with multicultural members from different departments are fertile ground for conflicts. If you are looking for international business management research topics, conflict management in work teams is an excellent option.
This research will give you an insight into the various causes of conflict and different techniques and methods of conflict resolution within global multi-lingual and multi-cultural teams enabling you to lead teams successfully and keep disruptions minimal. Better teams translate to better productivity and, eventually, revenue. On the personal front, it means career growth, leadership roles, and higher pay scales for you.
In contemporary society, women have made notable strides in shattering patriarchal norms and embracing diverse opportunities and career paths, thereby demonstrating their strength and autonomy. While women encounter challenges in assuming leadership roles, often stemming from prevailing cultural attitudes, their presence in business management positions is more prevalent than commonly perceived. This prompts inquiry into the factors that contribute to the exceptional success of certain women in managerial positions and the unique value they bring to such roles. Exploring this subject through qualitative research could yield insightful findings regarding women's impact on business management.
The COVID-19 pandemic drove everyone online and created a new digital startup ecosystem. However, while it may be easy to set up a digital business, sustenance, scaling, and growth are some of the challenges that follow. If you are entrepreneurial, your research title about business management should read something like “Challenges in the startup ecosystem.” Such research covers issues that affect the management of business startups. It covers the various factors that lead to success and the pitfalls and obstacles on the growth trajectory. It covers effective strategies to mitigate or work around challenges, and this is where you can get creative. Limiting your research to startups is okay, but you can also cover significant ground across other business models.
Work-life balance is the buzzword in today’s business environment. If you choose to write your thesis on the impact of excessive work in business, it could well escalate to international levels as everyone talks about employee well-being, from corporates to SMEs and top management to HR.
The single most significant reason behind this is the instances of early burnout seen in the past. Secondly, globalization is another cause for concern since people are often required to work multiple shifts. Lastly, the recent trend of post-Covid layoffs that have driven the need for side hustle makes it even more necessary to keep track of how hectic business operations are.
Failure is the steppingstone to success. Or so the saying goes. The recent outcrop of start-ups has proven this to be true. If one venture fails, do not give up. Learn from the experience and start again. Not only is that the mantra of the current generation, but it is also among the trending quantitative research topics in business management.
The main objective and outcome of this business management research topic are to explore lessons learned from failures, the advantages of starting afresh, and the strategies for overcoming the fear of failure.
This research focuses on managing global networks in leadership roles. It is among the hot favorite research topics for business management students considering how businesses are going global. If you are an aspiring global entrepreneur or leader, you would want to know more about local and global inter-organizational networks, how things work, how people communicate, etc. Researching inter-organizational leadership and networks can provide insights into businesses' challenges and opportunities when building and maintaining relationships. Managing these relationships is another challenging part of the process, and that is what you will learn through this research.
Not only is crisis management a critical leadership skill, but today's turbulent business environment is fertile ground for an organizational crisis. Globalization, digitization, and the startup ecosystem have disrupted the environment. Barring corporates, a crisis can strike any business at any time and bailing out of that crisis is the responsibility of the business leadership. Managing an organizational crisis in business is a popular business management research paper topic, especially among MBA students, PGDM, and aspiring entrepreneurs.
When it comes to research paper topics related to business management, one area worth exploring is product bundling in a strategic alliance. The ICICI credit card offered to online customers of Amazon India is a classic example.
Development of such strategic products or services requires in-depth product knowledge, knowledge of finance, and of course, a strategic mindset. If you have a strategic mindset and interest in product management, this is one of your best business management research project topics.
Innovation and Network marketing is an emerging and strategic business model for startups. When entrepreneurs need more resources to raise seed or venture capital for their businesses, they elect to market their products through networking. Social Media platforms like Facebook offer substantial networking opportunities. Choose this probe as your quantitative research topic for business management if you have entrepreneurial aspirations to understand every aspect of this business model and strategy in depth.
Social enterprise is any business having a social objective and undertaking activities in the public interest. Writing a research paper on social enterprises and entrepreneurship will lead you to explore opportunities that can bring an innovative change in society and hold business potential. One thing to remember if you want to explore social enterprise and entrepreneurship as one of several business management research titles is that the organizational goal is primarily social impact rather than revenue generation. This research will make you more open to an inclusive idea of growth by bringing you closer to social causes, marginalized communities, and people thriving in them.
This is just our list of hot and trending business research topics. To help you discover more research project topics on business management, here are some quick-follow tips:
Start by making a list of the various aspects of business management that interest you. Rate them on a scale of 1-10, with one being the least liked and 10 being your most favorite. You can also narrow down your topic to a specific niche while seeking sample research topics in business management.
You might want to conduct preliminary research on a few of the topics you shortlisted to see if something interesting jumps out at you. One way to do this is by reading academic journals related to your selected area of business management. Findings by earlier researchers may trigger innovative thought.
Attending business events like seminars, conferences, and webinars on topics of interest can help you narrow down your list of research topics related to business management. It is also an excellent way to gather knowledge about your area of interest as well as to grow your network.
Your thesis supervisor is a valuable resource when searching for the best research topics in business management. They can guide you about relevant research areas and help you identify potential research questions apart from guiding you on research presentation.
Many research journals online allow students access to research papers either free of cost or in exchange for a small fee. Explore this resource and sign up for a few that are relevant to your area of interest.
Business research, like any other research, involves the collection of data and information about your chosen topic, analysis of the information and data gathered, and exploring new possibilities in the field.
Broadly speaking, research may be of two types – Quantitative or Qualitative. Quantitative research, also called empirical research, involves the collection of data from sample groups to answer a question. Qualitative research has more to do with the impact of certain phenomena. Such research is usually an extension of previously researched topics.
The table below highlights the difference between quantitative research topics in business management and qualitative research about business management.
Criteria | Quantitative Research Methods | Qualitative Research Methods |
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Data Collection | Numerical data | Non-numerical data such as words, images, and observations |
Purpose | Investigate cause-and-effect relationships, test hypotheses, and generate statistical models | Gain an in-depth understanding of complex phenomena, explore social processes, and generate new theories |
Sample Size | quantitative research topic for business management requires a fairly large sample size | qualitative research topics in business management have a comparatively small sample size |
Analysis Techniques | Statistical analysis techniques such as regression analysis or correlation analysis | Content analysis or thematic analysis |
Examples of Research Topics in business management | "The impact of employee satisfaction on customer Loyalty" or "The relationship between Corporate social responsibility and financial Performance" | "The Experiences of Women in top leadership positions" or "The Impact of organizational culture on employee motivation" |
The world of business management is constantly evolving and finding the right business management research topic might seem like a Herculean task. But, with a little thought, planning, and some research, it is not that hard. So, the 90 topics we've explored in this blog represent some of the most significant areas of development in the field of business management today, from the rise of women as business leaders and to the importance of innovation and network markets. As we move into 2024 and beyond, it's clear that these topics will only continue to grow in importance, shaping the way we do business and interact with the world around us. By staying informed and engaged with the latest research and trends, you can position yourself as a thought leader and innovator in the world of business management.
Also, our pointers on how to discover a business management research topic will help you identify a list of research topics in business management for your thesis. You can then narrow it down to your area of talent or interest. If you still want to know more, you can enroll in our KnowledgeHut's Business Management training , where you’ll learn more about the different aspects of business.
An example of a business research study could be investigating the impact of social media marketing on consumer buying behavior or examining the effectiveness of a new leadership development program in a company.
The 4 types of business research include:
Business management is wide in scope, and there is a spectrum of research topics to choose from. The most prominent areas of business include finance, operations, procurement, marketing, and HR. Within each of these, you’ll find several macro and micro niches to explore.
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The journey of Dr. Agrawal and his work at Texas A&M University began with a strong foundation in academia and a passion for supply chain management and operations. Over the years, he has built a reputation as a highly respected teacher and researcher, contributing significantly to the field. This journey has been marked by a commitment to bridging the gap between academic theory and practical application in the industry.
In our latest episode of the Manufacturing the Future podcast, Dr. Agrawal offers a deep dive into the future of manufacturing and digital transformation. He shares his expertise on the importance of digitalization, the challenges of adopting new technologies, and the necessity of close collaboration between academia and industry. By breaking down complex concepts and providing actionable insights, Dr. Agrawal equips listeners with the knowledge needed to navigate the evolving landscape of manufacturing.
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In the past twelve months, eight PhD in Finance candidates, all executive track participants, successfully defended their PhD theses. As we look ahead, with more than 20 candidates currently working on their PhD dissertations, we’re excited about these recent achievements and our commitment to making a positive impact on the innovation and careers of our alumni in the financial industry.
In the past twelve months, eight PhD candidates coming from Germany, India, Singapore, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, and the USA, all executive track participants, successfully defended their PhD theses. The diverse research topics of these new EDHEC PhD alumni can be found below and abstracts are available here .
Essays on Asset Management and Crypto Asset Pricing by Ainsley To
Adviser: Laurent Calvet; External Examiner: Wei Xiong (University of Princeton)
Essays in Climate Finance by Rahul Bhattarcharjee
Adviser: Gianfranco Gianfrate; External Examiner: Marco Grotteria (London Business School)
Understanding on Technological Origin of the Value Premium Dynamics by Andy Tang
Adviser: Laurent Calvet; External Examiner: Sebastien Betermier (McGill University)
Disentangling the Low Risk Effect - The Role of Volatility and Correlation in the Low-Risk Anomaly by Lukas Elmiger
Adviser: Nikolaos Tessaromatis; External Examiner: Harrison Hong (Columbia University)
Essays on the Transmission of Unemployment and Monetary-Policy Shocks in the EU by Aravind Srinivasan
Adviser: Raman Uppal; External Examiner: Eric Swanson (University of California, Irvine)
Forecasting long-term US equity returns with a steady-state Bayesian VAR by Edoardo Cilla
Adviser: Mirco Rubin; External Examiner: Francis X. Diebold (University of Pennsylvania)
Essays on machine learning and the cross-section of stock returns by Maximilian Sauer
Adviser: Raman Uppal; External Examiner: Paolo Zaffaroni (Imperial College London)
Analyzing The Dynamics of Financial Communication Language: Measuring Financial Constraints using Embeddings and Measuring Sentiment of Non-GAAP Disclosures by Joseph Poulous
Adviser: Arnt Verriest (KU Leuven); External Examiner: Edith Leung (Erasmus University of Rotterdam)
At EDHEC, the dissertation work starts in the first year of the programme with the drafting of a proposal to be submitted at the beginning of the second year and intensifies as course requirements wane. PhD candidates are required to communicate the progress of their dissertation research to faculty and peers at two formal presentations scheduled in the second and third years of the programme. The dissertation should be completed and defended at the end of the third year of the programme. During all phases of the dissertation process, candidates work closely with their advisor.
Dissertation topics are selected for their academic and industry relevance and according to each candidate’s research interests and professional goals. The dissertation should make a significant contribution to the advancement of knowledge and practices in the field and should be of sufficient originality and quality for publication in leading peer-reviewed journals.
As we look ahead, with more than 25 candidates currently working on their PhD dissertations, we’re excited about these recent achievements and our commitment to making a positive impact on the innovation and careers of our alumni in the financial industry
More information on the programme curriculum is available here .
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Curriculum & coursework.
Our programs are full-time degree programs which officially begin in August. Students are expected to complete their program in five years. Typically, the first two years are spent on coursework, at the end of which students take a field exam, and then another three years on dissertation research and writing.
Students in the Accounting and Management program must complete a minimum of 13 semester-long doctoral courses in the areas of business management theory, economic theory, quantitative research methods, academic field seminars, and two MBA elective curriculum courses. In addition to HBS courses, students may take courses at other Harvard Schools and MIT.
Students in accounting and management begin research in their first year typically by working with a faculty member. By their third and fourth years, most students are launched on a solid research and publication stream. In Accounting and Management, the dissertation may take the form of three publishable papers or one longer dissertation.
Recent questions students have explored include: the ways in which managers use retail-level marketing actions to influence the timing of consumer purchases in relation to their firms’ fiscal calendars and financial performance as well as those of their competitors; the role of accounting information in strategic human resource decisions; the evolution, consequences and institutional determinants of unregulated financial reporting practices; the effects of adopting rolling forecasts on forecast quality.
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Here, course leaders identify five of the most in-demand areas of business research. 1. Managing technology & innovation. "Management of innovation and technology is of particular importance right now," says Sabatier. "Questions about R&D, strategy and business models, and innovation are very important both from a theoretical and ...
The School of Business encourages and fosters a rich research-oriented environment for faculty and doctoral candidates. Students can choose from a variety of topics reflecting the varied research interests of our faculty. The Ph.D. Program is intended to prepare students to conduct original research; i.e., to explain phenomena previously not ...
MIT Sloan PhD Program graduates lead in their fields and are teaching and producing research at the world's most prestigious universities. Rigorous, discipline-based research is the hallmark of the MIT Sloan PhD Program. The program is committed to educating scholars who will lead in their fields of research—those with outstanding ...
HBS faculty conduct research on a wide variety of topics. In the application you must indicate your top three choices of research areas, in order of preference, from the topics listed below. Top applicants will be matched with faculty-designed research project based on their indicated interests. 1. Corporate Social Responsibility research ...
Students in our PhD programs are encouraged from day one to think of this experience as their first job in business academia—a training ground for a challenging and rewarding career generating rigorous, relevant research that influences practice. Our doctoral students work with faculty and access resources throughout HBS and Harvard University.
The majority of our PhD in Management students pursue careers in academia. After graduation, many land tenure-track teaching positions at top-tier business schools and continue to advance knowledge through original research. Johnson School PhD students often field multiple offers and see starting salaries range from $150,000 to $250,000.
Management. Students in Management focus on research creating management theory and knowledge that is relevant to business practice. Perhaps the most distinctive feature of the Management program is its focus on real organizational phenomena from a multidisciplinary perspective. Please note we will not be accepting applications for the ...
A PhD in Business Management offers an opportunity for individuals to deeply explore and contribute novel insights into the dynamics of business practices, management theories, and leadership strategies. Through rigorous research and analysis, these advanced programmes empower students to tackle complex challenges facing the business world ...
PhD and Honours research topics. Discover your research potential at the Department of Management. Embark on a transformative academic journey with our Department's globally recognised PhD program. Experience personalised mentorship, cutting-edge research opportunities, and a vibrant research community. We foster an environment where your ...
Some interesting dissertation topics under this field are; Topic 1: Examining the Impact of Enterprise Social Networking Systems (ESNS) on Knowledge Management and Organisational Learning. Topic 2: A Review of Knowledge Management Research. Topic 3: The Impact of the Internet of Things (IoT) on Innovation and Knowledge Management Capacity.
Scholars in the doctoral program in Organizational Behavior at Harvard Business School are prepared to pursue an interdisciplinary inquiry into issues that are broadly related to the functioning of individuals within groups, at either the micro or macro level. Graduates of our program go on to become the leading researchers and thinkers in ...
A Business Management degree opens doors to a variety of careers: Business Analyst: Evaluating business operations to recommend improvements. Marketing Manager: Guiding promotional campaigns and brand strategies. Human Resources Manager: Overseeing recruitment, training, and employee benefits. Entrepreneur: Starting and growing your own business.
Examples of Research Topics in business management. "The impact of employee satisfaction on customer Loyalty" or "The relationship between Corporate social responsibility and financial Performance". "The Experiences of Women in top leadership positions" or "The Impact of organizational culture on employee motivation".
Strategy. The doctoral program in Strategy encourages students to pursue multi-disciplinary research that utilizes multiple methodologies—quantitative, as well as qualitative—to study how companies and industries around the world develop and sustain competitive advantage. Students in the program are expected to master graduate-level ...
Alliance Manchester Business School was established in 1965 as one of the UK's first two business schools. Today, we are the UK's largest campus-based business and management school, and 'Original Thinking Applied' is at the heart of everything we do. Find out more.
Unique Business Management Dissertation Topics. Coordinating communications and teamwork among remote workers. How business attract their customers. Artificial intelligence investment and its effect on customer satisfaction. Impact of globalisation on corporate management. Customer viewpoint on how they use their data when using mobile banking.
A conversation with Anupam Agrawal, PhD, Associate Professor at Texas A&M University's Mays Business School, about how digital transformation is revolutionizing manufacturing and supply chain management. ... Topics. The importance of digital transformation in modern manufacturing processes and its impact on operational efficiency.
In the past twelve months, eight PhD candidates coming from Germany, India, Singapore, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, and the USA, all executive track participants, successfully defended their PhD theses. The diverse research topics of these new EDHEC PhD alumni can be found below and abstracts are available here. Essays on Asset Management and Crypto Asset Pricing by Ainsley To
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The program requires a minimum of 13 semester long doctoral courses. Students in the Technology & Operations Management program complete courses in the areas of business management theory, economic theory, quantitative research methods, academic field seminars, and two MBA elective curriculum courses. In addition to HBS courses, students may ...
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The doctoral program in Accounting and Management, which falls under the PhD in Business Administration, focuses on understanding the role of information and measurement systems for: allocating resources among firms in the economy and between departments or divisions of individual firms; rewarding and monitoring the performance of managers; formulating, executing and evaluating strategy by ...
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