Dr. Krishna Palepu

Professor

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Biography

Krishna G. Palepu is the Baker Foundation Professor and the Ross Graham Walker Professor of Business Administration at Harvard Business School, where he is also the Senior Associate Dean for Global Business. His research and teaching focus primarily on strategy, corporate governance, and globalization, with a recent emphasis on emerging markets such as India and China. Professor Palepu has authored numerous articles and case studies that explore the challenges faced by multinational companies in these regions, identifying strategies for effective engagement and growth. He is a co-author of the book 'Winning in Emerging Markets: A Roadmap for Strategy and Execution', which provides frameworks for understanding market dynamics and institutional voids. His academic work has received several accolades, including the Wildman Award for significant contributions to management practice and the Notable Contribution to Accounting Literature Award. An active member of the academic community, he serves on editorial boards for leading journals and has contributed to significant discussions about corporate governance practices.

Research Interests

Experience

Ross Graham Walker Professor

— Present

Harvard Business School • Boston, MA

Teaching and researching in the field of Business Administration.

Awards

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Distinguished Alumnus Award

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Wildman Award

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Notable Contribution to Accounting Literature 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
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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.