Dr. Aldas Kriauciunas

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Aldas Kriauciunas holds a Ph.D. in Corporate Strategy and International Business from the University of Michigan. He is currently the Assistant Director of the Executive Development Programs at the Eli Broad College of Business at Michigan State University. With extensive experience in implementing manufacturing quality improvement systems and administering foreign assistance programs (USAID in Lithuania), he has also served as strategic management faculty at Purdue University. His research focuses on organizational imprinting, dynamic capabilities, and knowledge flows in transitional economies. Aldas has presented at 40 conferences and has published in several prominent journals, including the Strategic Management Journal and the Journal of International Business. His teaching includes experiential learning, consulting, business strategy, and global strategy, aimed at equipping participants with effective analytical and managerial skills. Aldas has a comprehensive background of working cross-culturally and enjoys traveling, reading, yard work, and attending various musical concerts, especially from the 70s and 80s, contemporary Christian, country, and classical genres. He frequently engages with his family, including his wife and adult sons.

Research Interests

Requirements for Michigan State University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:17
Writing
Required:17
Speaking
Required:17
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field At least 15 credits in psychology courses
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Specialization Notes

Department of Psychology