Cornell Ph.D. in Management
Where business research and education intersect
Advance impactful research while preparing tomorrow's leaders
- Schedule
- Full-time
- Format
- In person
- Location
- Ithaca, NY
- Degree Awarded
- Ph.D.
- This program is part of
- Johnson Graduate School of Management
Offered by the SC Johnson College of Business at Cornell, this fully funded Ph.D. program is designed for individuals who are passionate about conducting rigorous research, teaching at the university level and advancing knowledge in the field of management.
A Ph.D. in management may also appeal to experienced professionals and executives seeking to transition into academia, strengthen their research capabilities or develop the analytical expertise needed to generate impactful insights for organizations and society.
Whatever your career aspirations, the program will provide you with deep expertise in a specialized area of management, preparing you to make meaningful contributions through research, teaching and thought leadership.
Why pursue your Ph.D. at Cornell?
Based in Ithaca, our residential management Ph.D. program combines Ivy League rigor and real-world relevance.
Fully funded
Receive full tuition assistance, plus health insurance and a stipend for living expenses.
Rigorous, focused training
Develop deep expertise in your chosen area through rigorous coursework, research training and close collaboration with faculty.
Small and selective
Join a close-knit community where small cohorts foster meaningful relationships with faculty and fellow Ph.D. students.
Collaborative and interdisciplinary
Draw on the breadth of Cornell by taking courses and collaborating with scholars across the SC Johnson College and the university.
Research from the start
Work closely with leading faculty to develop and conduct original research, building the skills and publication record needed for a successful academic career.
Coursework and dissertation
Complete rigorous foundational and concentration coursework during the early stages of the program before transitioning to full-time research. Throughout the dissertation process, you will work closely with faculty mentors and an advising committee to refine your research agenda and advance original scholarship.
Customize your path: Management Ph.D. concentrations
Gain specialized skills and knowledge while growing a portfolio of original research in one of six areas of focus:
Research with renown faculty
As a doctoral student at the SC Johnson College of Business, you’ll study with award-winning, widely published, highly accomplished thought leaders. From this distinguished group, you’ll build your faculty dissertation committee.
Student research and outcomes
With specialized management knowledge and sharp research skills, our doctoral alumni pursue meaningful work in academia and industry.
Your dissertation: Developing original research
Our Ph.D. students pursue important questions in their fields and develop original research that advances knowledge. Their work appears in leading academic journals, including Marketing Science, Journal of Accounting Research, and Operations Research.
After the Ph.D.: Careers in academia and industry
Our alumni hold faculty positions at leading institutions, including NYU Stern School of Business, Yale School of Management and Boston University. They also hold high-profile industry positions. Starting salaries range from $150,000 to $300,000.
The Ph.D. student experience
As part of the broader SC Johnson College of Business community, you’ll learn alongside ambitious peers pursuing graduate and doctoral degrees across disciplines.
Learning on campus
Historic buildings like Sage Hall intersect with high-tech learning spaces, making for an inspiring academic environment. Enjoy networking and social events within our school and beyond.
A vibrant academic community
Based in Sage Hall on Cornell’s Ithaca campus, Ph.D. students are part of a collaborative research community with access to the resources and intellectual breadth of Cornell University. Seminars, workshops, conferences and informal interactions with faculty and fellow scholars create opportunities to exchange ideas and build connections across fields.
Admissions overview: How to apply
The ideal candidate for the Johnson School’s Ph.D. in Management will have a strong record of academic excellence, a solid understanding of the research process and an entrepreneurial approach to problem-solving.
Your path forward
Ready to apply to our highly selective, fully funded Ph.D. in Management? We look forward to learning more about you and your research goals. Start your application today at the Cornell Graduate Admissions website.