Dr. Philipp Becker

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Philipp Becker is an Assistant Professor at Utrecht University. His work focuses on the intersection of strategic management, psychology, neuroscience, and computer science, aiming to advance the cognitive perspective in strategic decision-making. Becker's current research projects investigate various aspects including the characteristics of CEOs' mental models as they initiate change during their tenure, the constructs that shape management research and contribute to an integrative framework, and the cognitive microfoundations that allow CEOs to leverage their growing experience in mergers and acquisitions. Additionally, he examines the role of board appointees and the embeddedness within social networks to shift CEO attention and focus on strategic issues. His methodology involves the application of machine learning techniques to analyze textual big data alongside network analysis.

Research Interests

Requirements for Utrecht University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field Advanced knowledge of research methods and statistics
Application Checklist
  • Transcript of records
  • Motivation letter
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Proof of English proficiency
Specialization Notes

Department of Psychology