Dr. Lance Ferris

Professor

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Biography

Lance Ferris is a Professor of Organizational Behaviour and Human Resources at the Telfer School of Management, University of Ottawa. He previously served as an Assistant Professor at the Lee Kong Chian School of Business, Singapore Management University from 2008 to 2011, and as an Associate Professor at both the Smeal College of Business, Pennsylvania State University from 2011 to 2017, and the Eli Broad College of Business, Michigan State University. His research focuses on motivational dynamics within organizations, exploring concepts such as moral motivation and self-control in workplace interactions. Ferris has contributed significantly to leading journals including the Journal of Applied Psychology and the Academy of Management Journal. Throughout his academic career, he has secured numerous research grants, including a SSHRC Insight Grant for his work on Moral Motivation(s).

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2017-01-01 — Present

University of Ottawa • Ottawa, ON

Teaching and research in Organizational Behaviour and Human Resources.

Associate Professor

2011-01-01 — 2017-01-01

Smeal College of Business, Pennsylvania State University • University Park, PA

Conducted research and taught courses in management disciplines.

Assistant Professor

2008-01-01 — 2011-01-01

Lee Kong Chian School of Business, Singapore Management University • Singapore

Provided instruction and conducted research in organizational behaviour.

Requirements for University of Ottawa

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:86
Prerequisites
Honours BA in History or equivalent
Application Checklist
  • Official Transcripts
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume
  • Statement of Interest
Specialization Notes

Department of History