Dr. Benjamin Creo

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Benjamin Creo is a Visiting Lecturer at Harvard Business School where he co-teaches the Innovating Health Care course alongside Regina E. Herzlinger. His research and teaching revolve around the commercial success of healthcare innovations and the processes of starting, scaling, and exiting healthcare firms. Creo's focus is on healthcare startups, providing insights into effective strategies that lead to the successful mainstream adoption of innovations that improve patient outcomes and yield a favorable return on investment. He is particularly interested in effective models of innovation that encompass incentives and transparency in healthcare data sharing. He emphasizes the practical, ethical, and societal challenges in treating medical conditions while mitigating negative externalities. His work advocates for a holistic understanding of the healthcare landscape that promotes effective change across diverse stakeholders. The courses he develops and co-develops are aimed at guiding students through the complexities of the healthcare industry, fostering a startup mentality that encourages innovative solutions to prevalent challenges.

Research Interests

Experience

Visiting Lecturer

2021-09-01 — Present

Harvard Business School • Boston, MA

Co-teaches courses on healthcare innovation, focusing on practical strategies for startups in the healthcare sector.

Requirements for Harvard Business School

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GMAT
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or equivalent Strong quantitative and analytical background
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

The PhD in Business Administration is the primary doctoral degree encompassing various areas of study including Business Economics, Accounting, and Strategy.