Dr. Derek Van Bever

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Derek C. M. van Bever is a Senior Lecturer in the Business Administration unit at Harvard Business School, where he teaches various courses in the MBA program and leads Executive Education courses. He has developed and launched numerous programs focused on Disruptive Innovation and leadership. Derek's research focuses on how established organizations can successfully respond to disruptive entrants in the market, exploring the complexities of innovation in the corporate sector. He is known for his co-authored book 'Stall Points' and articles published in notable journals, including the Harvard Business Review. In addition to his academic contributions, he co-founded the Advisory Board Company and has held executive roles in key research and consulting firms.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Lecturer

— Present

Harvard Business School • Cambridge, Massachusetts

Teaches MBA courses on leadership and corporate accountability and leads executive education programs.

Awards

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McKinsey Award

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.