Dr. Ranjay Gulati

Professor

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Biography

Ranjay Gulati is the Paul R. Lawrence MBA Class of 1942 Professor of Business Administration at Harvard Business School, where he serves as the Unit Head of the Organizational Behavior Unit. His research is centered on unlocking organizational potential and unleashing human potential. Gulati's work explores strategic leadership challenges in high-growth organizations amidst turbulent markets, and he emphasizes the role of purpose and culture in driving resilience. He has received numerous accolades including the 2024 CK Prahalad Award for Scholarly Impact on Practice. A prolific author, his recent publications include 'Deep Purpose: Heart & Soul of High-Performance Companies' and 'Bold: Surprising Science of Everyday Courage,' garnering recognition as significant contributions in business literature. Gulati has served as a fellow at the Strategic Management Society and is a sought-after speaker and advisor on corporate transformation and agility. He holds a Ph.D. from Harvard University and has a strong educational background in management and economics. Gulati resides in Newton, Massachusetts, and continues to impact both academic and practical realms of business through his research and teachings.

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Requirements for Harvard University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a technical or quantitative field
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Specialization Notes

Administered by the Harvard Kenneth C. Griffin Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (GSAS).