Dr. Sriram Narayanan

Professor

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Biography

Sriram Narayanan is an Eli Broad Professor of Supply Chain Management at the Broad College of Business, Michigan State University. With a doctorate in Operations, Technology, and Innovation Management from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, he specializes in various areas including healthcare management, sustainability, and procurement. His research is recognized for merging practice theories with industry practices, resulting in insights that enhance organizational productivity and sustainability across supply chains. Having published over 30 articles in top-tier scholarly journals, he is a leading voice in his field, frequently contributing to significant discussions on innovation and supply chain dynamics. Narayanan has also held numerous editorial positions in prestigious journals and has been an influential member in professional organizations, including serving as Vice President for the Decision Sciences Institute. His teaching focuses on project management and technology innovation management, with a commitment to integrating cutting-edge research into the classroom experience. Narayanan's impactful contributions have garnered multiple awards related to teaching, research, and community engagement, showcasing his dedication to advancing the field and fostering an inclusive academic environment.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

Michigan State University • East Lansing, MI

Eli Broad Professor, Chairperson of the Department of Supply Chain Management.

Awards

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John D. Dorotha J. Withrow Endowed Emerging Research Scholar Award

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Distinguished Partnership Award

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Lilly Teaching Fellow

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Outstanding Reviewer Award

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Jack Meredith Paper Award

Courses

SCM 372: Manufacturing Planning Control SCM 883: Product Innovation Technology Management SCM 869: Service Supply Chain Management SCM 916: Statistical Research Methods SCM 910: Introduction Supply Chain Management Research SCM 815: Product Innovation Technology Management Supply Chains SCM 471: Project Management

Requirements for Michigan State University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:17
Writing
Required:17
Speaking
Required:17
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field At least 15 credits in psychology courses
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Specialization Notes

Department of Psychology