The Johnson School PhD

Intellectual capital is the R & D of a dynamic business world. For those who wish to pursue a career in teaching and research, the Johnson School PhD offers select students in-depth study via a flexible, tailored program in accounting, finance, management and organizations, marketing, production and operations management, managerial economics, or quantitative analysis for administration.

The program is small, with about 30 students in residence at any given time. This intimate environment fosters many opportunities for informal interaction among students and faculty. In addition to enjoying personalized and extremely interactive seminars and workshops, our doctoral candidates also take advantage of offerings at other Cornell schools.

Who does well in the Johnson School program?
Self-motivated, creative doctoral students who are comfortable taking an active hand in their course of study tend to do better in our program than do those who prefer a prescribed structure. In addition, since we grant financial support in the form of research assistantships rather than teaching assistantships, our doctoral candidates are typically those interested in pursuing careers as faculty in major universities, rather than those planning to teach in small liberal-arts colleges.

Who should apply?
We do not require that you hold a degree in business; we’re very interested in those with a strong undergraduate background in economics, mathematics, engineering, sociology, psychology, or physical sciences. Our personalized program builds upon the foundation of valuable skills that you’ve established by study in these fields. Our admission decision is based on test scores (typical GMAT of 700), letters of recommendation, and academic records. Once you are accepted and participating in the program, we work hard to ensure that you successfully complete your degree.

For more information:

Doctoral Program
Attn: Judy Wiiki
446 Sage Hall
Johnson Graduate School of Management
Cornell University
Ithaca NY 14853-6201

Phone: (800) 847-2082 ext. 1 (USA and Canada only)
Or: (607) 255-9431
Fax: (607) 255-5993
e-mail: js_phd@cornell.edu