Dr. William Kerr

Professor

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Biography

William R. Kerr is the Dimitri V. D'Arbeloff Professor of Business Administration at Harvard Business School, where he also serves as the Senior Associate Dean for Faculty Development and Research. He co-directs Harvard’s Managing Future Work initiative and chairs the Launching New Ventures program. Kerr's award-winning research focuses on global talent migration, entrepreneurship, and their profound implications for business practices and economic development. He has authored several influential publications, including his recent book, "Gift Global Talent: Migration Shapes Business, Economy & Society," which explores how immigration influences U.S. innovation and reshapes economic structures. Recognized for his insightful contributions to the field, he has received the prestigious Ewing Marion Kauffman Prize Medal for Distinguished Research in Entrepreneurship and has been included in the Thinkers50 Radar list of emerging management thinkers. Kerr's work drives extensive interdisciplinary collaboration, aiming to identify and sustain dynamic organizations in the face of rapid technological change and evolving labor markets. He advises companies worldwide on innovation and corporate strategy, emphasizing the critical role of leadership in fostering entrepreneurial ecosystems.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2010-01-01 — Present

Harvard Business School • Boston, MA

Teaching and researching business administration, focusing on entrepreneurship and migration.

Awards

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Ewing Marion Kauffman Prize Medal

2013-01-01
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FPD Academy Award

2012-01-01

Requirements for Harvard Business School

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GMAT
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or equivalent Strong quantitative and analytical background
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Specialization Notes

The PhD in Business Administration is the primary doctoral degree encompassing various areas of study including Business Economics, Accounting, and Strategy.