Doctoral Programs

History Of Excellence

History Of Excellence

Part of Harvard University’s tradition of intellectual excellence

 
Harvard Business School’s doctoral programs are an integral part of Harvard University’s tradition of intellectual excellence and a reflection of the School’s singular place in academia. Throughout their history, our programs have continuously evolved to reflect the needs of students, respond to changes in the field, and remain true to our mission.
Beginning with the 2018-2019 academic year, HBS began offering an Interfaculty PhD in Business Administration, a transition from the Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) degree. This change expands the partnership between HBS and Harvard Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (GSAS), and more accurately reflects the structure and emphasis of those programs and the rigor that has distinguished HBS doctoral students’ work for many years.
“We honor the legacy and achievements of our DBA graduates as we position new generations of HBS doctoral students for success and impact.”
Nitin Nohria
Dean of the Faculty
Nitin Nohria
“We honor the legacy and achievements of our DBA graduates as we position new generations of HBS doctoral students for success and impact.”
Nitin Nohria
Dean of the Faculty

Continuing Our History of Excellence

The PhD designation brings the degree our students earn into greater alignment with the content of the programs they pursue, and embodies the interdisciplinary, collaborative spirit of Harvard University. In implementing this change, we honor the legacy and achievements of our alumni as we position the next generation of HBS doctoral students for exceptional success.

Research Community 

Carolyn Deller

Accounting & Management

Do Yoon Kim

Strategy

Student Research 

When We're Wrong, It's Our Responsibility as Scientists to Say So

By: Ariella Kristal, A.V. Whillans, Max Bazerman, Francesca Gino, Lisa Shu, Nina Mazar and Dan Ariely
  • 23 MAR 2020
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  • Scientific American

Placement 

With the expanding role of business in global society and the increasing sophistication of the practice of management, the demand for faculty researchers and educators at business schools has never been greater. Harvard Business School is recognized as a leading supplier of renowned researchers and educators for business schools and universities across the country and around the globe.
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Placement upon graduation, 2018

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