Dr. Denise Rousseau

Professor

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Biography

Denise M. Rousseau is the H.J. Heinz II University Professor at Carnegie Mellon University's Heinz College of Information Systems and Public Policy and the Tepper School of Business. With extensive experience, Rousseau has served as the chair of the Health Care Policy Management program and directed the Evidence-Based Organizational Practices project. Her research is focused on enhancing worker well-being, career development, and organizational effectiveness, emphasizing the significance of the employment relationship. Rousseau is recognized for her contributions to the theory of the psychological contract and has authored numerous books and articles in management psychology journals. She has also held prominent roles, such as the President of the Academy of Management and Editor-in-Chief of the Academy of Management Review. Rousseau's teaching reflects her research, aiming to develop skills in evidence-based and positive practices that benefit various stakeholders. She has been an influential figure in promoting evidence-informed organizational practices and decision-making among scholars and practitioners alike.

Research Interests

Experience

H.J. Heinz II University Professor

— Present

Carnegie Mellon University • Pittsburgh, PA

Leading research and teaching in organizational behavior and public policy.

Chair

— Present

Carnegie Mellon Faculty Senate • Pittsburgh, PA

Oversaw academic governance and policy.

President

— Present

Academy of Management • null

Led a professional association of scholars in management.

Editor-in-Chief

— Present

Academy Management Review • null

Managed editorial direction of a leading scholarly journal.

Awards

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George Terry Award

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Distinguished Scholar Award

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Lifetime Achievement Award

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Michael Losey Career Award

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Honorary Doctorate

Courses

94-814 - Evidence-Based Management 94-822 - Organizational Change

Requirements for Carnegie Mellon University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
GRE General
Verbal
Required:158
Quantitative
Required:149
Analytical Writing
Required:4
Overall
Required:4
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field Research experience/publications
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Transcripts
  • GRE scores (optional but reported in profile)
  • English Proficiency (TOEFL/IELTS/Duolingo)
Specialization Notes

Admission is extremely competitive with no strict GPA cut-offs; holistic review is used.