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W E L C O M E A Note From Scott Latham, Associate Dean of the Ph.D. Program Hello – Thank you for considering the Ph.D. Program in the Manning School of Business. In Fall 2013, we welcome our first cohort of Ph.D. students into the program. While the program is new, our research tradition is well established: • US News & World Report ranks UMass Lowell among the top 200 research universities nationally. • Times of London ranks UMass system 56th of the top 200 universities in the world and 19th for academic and research reputation. • In 2011, the Neeley School of Business at TCU completed a study of the most productive research faculty in entrepreneurship. The Manning School of Business was ranked in the top 30 worldwide, along with Arizona State, Penn State and the London School of Economics. • The Manning School of Business was also identified by the Princeton Review as one of the Best 294 Business Schools. We’re building a world-class, innovative program from the ground up, and we’d love you to be a part of it. We’re looking for individuals with an intellectual curiosity about the nature and manner in which organizations work. Perhaps you’re interested in how organizations finance new projects. Maybe you wonder how a business decides to adopt a new accounting system. Or, you may wish to explore whether gender affects leadership style and effectiveness. Regardless of the discipline, the Ph.D. in Business Administration examines why organizations work in the manner they do. As a Ph.D. student, regardless of where you decide to attend school, you will quickly learn that it is the people—faculty, staff and administrators—that shape your progression as a doctoral student. Earning a doctorate is an exciting journey, but it also comes with a fair amount of stress and anxiety. UMass Lowell is comprised of people that are heavily invested and care about your development. If you have any questions, please contact me at 978-934–2832 or scott_latham@uml.edu Sincerely, Scott Latham ’98, Ph.D. Associate Dean, Ph.D. Program
WHAT MAKES THE MANNING SCHOOL OF BUSINESS’ PH.D. DIFFERENT? As you begin to assess, compare and evaluate different Ph.D. programs, consider what separates the Manning School of Business from other Ph.D. institutions. www.uml.edu/msb • Established research excellence. We have world-class faculty who are conducting cutting-edge research. Our faculty have recently won multimillion-dollar grants, been awarded best-paper honors by the most renowned academic publishers and been cited by other institutions for excellence. In 2011, the Neeley School of Business at TCU completed a study of the most productive research faculty in entrepreneurship; the Manning School of Business was ranked in the top 30 worldwide. • Emphasis on balance. Most Ph.D. programs are heavily focused on research; it’s not surprising to see a graduating doctoral student to have never taught on her or his own. We believe that research is important, but that teaching is equally so. Research should reinforce a scholar’s teaching, and teaching should provide an opportunity to have a conversation with practitioners about current issues. • Diversity of thought in the classroom. In the early part of the program, Ph.D. students will be in classes with other Ph.D. students from a diverse spectrum, including global studies, criminal justice and education. We believe that such an approach creates a cauldron for learning, as individuals’ perspectives and biases are challenged by their peers. • Flexible program offering. The Manning School of Business is different in its approach to earning a Ph.D. We offer both full- and part-time degree options, making us one of only a few institutions with such flexibility. The expectation is that full-time students will finish in four years, while part-time students will finish in seven years. Regardless of the path, the hope is that Ph.D. students will secure a position in a peer or aspirant institution. • Established partnerships with industry. Lowell sits at the intersection of Route 3, Route 128 and Route 495—in the heart of Massachusetts’ innovation cluster. Lowell gave birth to the American Industrial Revolution and continues to play a central role in innovative industries, such as information technology, biotechnology, plastics and medical devices. Doctoral students can expect to leverage our industry relationships in their research, teaching and consulting. • Innovation in action. UMass Lowell is the home of several innovative and entrepreneurial centers. For example, M2D2, the state’s medical device incubator, resides at UMass Lowell. This joint partnership with the UMass Medical School is indicative of the emphasis on innovation at UMass Lowell. This emphasis makes for an invaluable breeding ground for research opportunities. • Dedicated resources. At a time when many colleges and universities are struggling with shifts in enrollment, UMass Lowell is growing. In academia, enrollments are linked to resources. Accordingly, UMass Lowell has made a strong commitment to our Ph.D. programs amd we have the necessary resources such as databases and travel support to ensure your success.
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