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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
10th Dean of the Faculty
“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
10th 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 

Do Yoon Kim

Strategy

Student Research 

Tax Elasticities of Top Donors: Evidence from Family Foundations

By: Simon Essig Aberg
  • 02 JUN 2025
  • | 
  • Faculty & Research

Are ESG Improvements Recognized? Perspectives from the Public Sentiments

By: Shaolong Wu
  • 01 JUN 2025
  • | 
  • Journal of Impact and ESG Investing

Riding the Passion Wave or Fighting to Stay Afloat? A Theory of Differentiated Passion Contagion

By: Emma Frank, Kai Krautter, Wen Wu and Jon M. Jachimowicz
  • 01 JUN 2025
  • | 
  • Administrative Science Quarterly

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, 2022

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