Dr. Leigh Thompson

Professor

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Biography

Leigh Thompson is the J. Jay Gerber Distinguished Professor of Management at the Kellogg School of Management, Northwestern University. She has also served as an Adjunct Professor of Psychology at the Weinberg College of Arts and Sciences since 1995. Thompson's research primarily focuses on negotiation, creativity, and virtual communication, alongside teamwork. She has authored several influential works, including 'Negotiating the Sweet Spot' and 'Creative Conspiracy: The New Rules of Breakthrough Collaboration.' In addition to her academic contributions, she directs various executive education programs aimed at enhancing skills in high-impact teamwork and negotiation. Thompson has published extensively in reputable journals and serves on editorial boards, further solidifying her role as a leading figure in her fields of expertise.

Research Interests

Experience

J. Jay Gerber Distinguished Professor

2001-01-01 — Present

Kellogg School of Management, Northwestern University • Evanston, IL

Full-time faculty member focusing on management and organizations.

Adjunct Professor

1995-01-01 — Present

Psychology, Weinberg College of Arts & Sciences, Northwestern University • Evanston, IL

Teaching in the psychology department while holding a primary appointment at Kellogg.

Assistant Professor

1988-01-01 — 1992-01-01

Psychology, College of Arts & Sciences, University of Washington • Seattle, WA

Conducted research and taught courses in psychology.

Associate Professor

1992-01-01 — 1995-01-01

Management & Organization, School of Business, University of Washington • Seattle, WA

Involved in teaching and research at the intersection of management and psychology.

Awards

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NCMR Article Award

2018-01-01

Requirements for Northwestern University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
U.S. Bachelor's degree or equivalent
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Specialization Notes

Standard PhD requirements for TGS departments including Chemistry, Physics, and Sociology.