Dr. John Macduffie

Professor

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Biography

Professor John Paul MacDuffie is a faculty member in the Management Department at the University of Pennsylvania, focusing on vehicle mobility innovations, flexible and lean production systems, and collaborative problem-solving. His extensive research examines the impact of human resource systems on work organization and economic performance, as well as the diffusion of management practices across firms. MacDuffie has published in leading academic journals, including the Global Strategy Journal and the Journal of Operations Management, and has provided insights on global automotive industry trends through outlets such as The New York Times and Bloomberg. He has served in various capacities within the Industry Studies Association and has been influential in shaping best practices and policies related to the automotive sector. His academic contributions also include significant writings on inter-organizational trust dynamics and employee voice in organizations. MacDuffie's current courses delve into managing established enterprises and the intersection of technology and work, preparing students for strategic challenges in a rapidly evolving landscape.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2000-09-01 — Present

Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania • Philadelphia, PA

Teaching and conducting research in management, focusing on production systems and organizational behavior.

Awards

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Excellence Teaching Award

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Co-curator

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Miller-Sherrerd Teaching Award

Courses

Managing Established Enterprises Technology and Work Personnel Economics Managing Emerging Enterprises

Requirements for University of Pennsylvania

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.6
GRE General
Verbal
Required:162
Quantitative
Required:162
Overall
Required:162
GMAT
Total Score
Required:728
Overall
Required:728
TOEFL
Total
Required:115
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or equivalent Strong quantitative background
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Specialization Notes

Wharton Doctoral programs cover fields like Finance, Marketing, Management, and Operations, Information and Decisions.