Dr. Kathleen Mcginn

Professor

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Biography

Kathleen L. McGinn is the Baker Foundation Professor at Harvard Business School, where she has held various leadership roles including Research Director and Senior Associate Dean. Her research primarily focuses on gender dynamics in work environments and the impact of maternal employment on children's outcomes, illustrating the economic and psychological benefits for both sons and daughters. Additionally, she explores themes related to sexual harassment and the influence of intergenerational investments on women's employment. Previously, Professor McGinn held positions at Cornell University's Johnson School and Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management, and she holds a Ph.D. in Business Administration. Throughout her career, she has also been instrumental in advising both for-profit and non-profit organizations on issues of gender inclusion. Her extensive teaching and consultancy work are complemented by numerous publications in esteemed journals and significant contributions to the academic community, including mentoring doctoral students and conducting workshops to enhance negotiation skills across various sectors.

Research Interests

Experience

Baker Foundation Professor

2006-01-01 — Present

Harvard Business School • Boston, MA

Research and teaching focused on gender dynamics in workplaces.

Assistant Professor

1990-07-01 — 1996-06-30

Cornell University’s Johnson School • Ithaca, NY

Taught courses in management and negotiation.

Assistant Professor

1996-07-01 — 2006-06-30

Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management • Evanston, IL

Focused on negotiation research and business administration.

Awards

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Charles M. Williams Award for Excellence in Teaching

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Wyss Award for Excellence in Doctoral Student Mentoring

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Excellence in Mentoring 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
  • Online application
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  • 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.