Ph.D. in Management

Management and Organizations concentration

Prepare for a career of impactful research, teaching and thought leadership in management and organizations.

Schedule
Full-time
Format
In person
Location
Ithaca, NY
Degree Awarded
Ph.D.
This program is part of
Johnson Graduate School of Management
Student works at computer

Management and organizations research

This Ph.D. concentration prepares you for careers at leading educational institutions and within organizations where advanced analytical capabilities are required. 

While based in the Johnson School, you can take classes and engage with faculty from across the university, including the Cornell Peter and Stephanie Nolan School of Hotel Administration, the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences, the School of Industrial and Labor Relations and several departments within the College of Arts and Sciences. 

As you complete coursework related to your concentration, you’ll develop an idea for your dissertation topic and start to form your faculty committee.

Opportunities in management and organizations

Deepen your management expertise through hands-on learning and research opportunities on campus.

The Business Simulation Lab

The Debra Paget and Jeffrey Berg Business Simulation Laboratory focuses on behavioral research to study complex decision making.

Administrative Science Quarterly (ASQ)

ASQ has been at the cutting edge of organizational studies since the field began. This top-tier journal publishes research and reviews in organizational theory and related disciplines.

After the doctorate: Careers in research and education

Our doctoral students pursue careers in industry and academia. Here is a look at a few alumni placements.

New York University

Andrew Foley, Ph.D. ’25

Fordham University

Yang Liu, Ph.D. ’23

Georgetown University

Kunyuan Qiao, Ph.D. ’22

University of Texas at Austin

Subrina Shen, Ph.D. ’22

Bruce Tracey teaching in class
Faculty expertise

Renowned scholars and practitioners

Study with world-class management scholars with expertise in areas such as leadership, organizational behavior, technology strategy, emerging markets, morality, sustainable business and human resources.

Meet our faculty

Your path forward

Ready to apply to our highly selective, fully funded Ph.D. in Management? We encourage you to officially start the application process today at the Cornell Graduate Admissions website.