Dr. Brian Trelstad

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Brian L. Trelstad is a Senior Lecturer at Harvard Business School and a Faculty Chair of the Advanced Leadership Initiative. He teaches courses on Social Entrepreneurship, Systems Change, and Impact Investing. His academic research focuses on social entrepreneurship, systems change, and the intersection of business and society. Trelstad has a rich background in impact investing as a Partner and Board Member at the Bridges Fund Management and previously served as the Chief Investment Officer at Acumen. He has also been involved in various organizations aimed at supporting social enterprises and improving investment strategies in emerging markets. Trelstad has taught courses at Princeton University and holds degrees from Harvard University, Stanford’s Graduate School of Business, and the University of California at Berkeley. His work spans both non-profit and for-profit sectors, aiming to create impactful solutions that address societal needs and drive meaningful change in communities.

Research Interests

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
  • Online application
  • Transcripts
  • Letters of recommendation
  • Resume/CV
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Writing Sample (Optional/Recommended)
Specialization Notes

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