Dr. David Yoffie

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Biography

David B. Yoffie is the Baker Foundation Professor at Harvard Business School and has been a member of the faculty since 1981. He holds a Bachelor's degree summa cum laude from Brandeis University, a Master's degree, and a Ph.D. from Stanford University. During his tenure, he has made significant contributions to the academic and business communities, including serving as chair of the Strategy department, and the Advanced Management Program, and leading various programs associated with Harvard's Young Presidents’ Organization. Yoffie has been actively involved in consultancy and board directorships for numerous organizations, including Intel Corporation and HTC Corporation. His research interests lie in competitive strategy, technology, and international competition, with a strong emphasis on how businesses can leverage platforms for success. He has authored and co-authored seminal books like 'Business Platforms: Strategy in the Age of Digital Competition' and 'Strategy Rules: Five Timeless Lessons from Bill Gates, Andy Grove, and Steve Jobs.' Yoffie's insights into strategy and technology have made him a sought-after speaker in over 30 countries and in significant publications such as The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and Harvard Business Review.

Research Interests

Experience

Baker Foundation Professor

1981-09-01 — Present

Harvard Business School • Boston, MA, USA

Leader in business strategy and technology.

Awards

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Fellow

2013-01-01
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Teaching Excellence Award

2011-01-01
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Outstanding Service Award

2009-01-01

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
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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.