Dr. Lakshmi Ramarajan

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Biography

Lakshmi Ramarajan is a Professor of Business Administration in the Organizational Behavior Unit at Harvard Business School. Her research investigates the management consequences of identities within organizations, exploring how multiple social identities impact workplace dynamics and employee performance. Ramarajan teaches a second-year MBA course on Power and Influence and a PhD seminar on Micro-topics in Organizational Behavior, along with various executive education programs. Her work focuses on understanding how work environments shape individuals' experiences, particularly those with multiple identities, addressing complex questions about engagement, commitment, and organizational outcomes. She has published extensively in prestigious journals such as the Academy of Management Journal and Organization Science. Ramarajan holds a B.A. (Honors) in International Relations from Wellesley College, an M.Sc. in International Relations from the London School of Economics, and a PhD in Management from the Wharton School of Business. Additionally, she has experience in international development and conflict resolution, as well as a background in dance. Ramarajan has received multiple awards for her academic contributions, including the Wyss Award for Excellence in Doctoral Mentoring.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

Harvard Business School • Boston, MA

Professor in the Organizational Behavior Unit, involved in teaching and research focused on identities in organizations.

Awards

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Wyss Award for Excellence in Doctoral Mentoring

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State Farm Foundation Dissertation Proposal Award

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Hellman Faculty Fellowship

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.