Dr. Suman Banerjee
Dr. Banerjee's research explores how to channel CEO optimism while curbing extreme behaviors.
Business Ph.D. Programs
The Ph.D. experience at Stevens is about putting the latest technology in your hands, and a supportive faculty advisor in your corner.
The technology-intensive business Ph.D. programs at Stevens put you to work in high-tech labs, where you'll use cutting-edge tools to conduct groundbreaking research that provides innovative solutions to real industry problems. And you'll work closely with a faculty advisor, who will help you forge valuable connections by encouraging cross-disciplinary research, providing opportunities to attend conferences and coaching you through the process of getting your work published. At Stevens, you'll find a supportive environment where you're challenged to think differently about possibilities in technology while growing as a curious scholar and aspiring thought leader.
When you complete the program, you'll be prepared to answer the complex questions facing tomorrow's business world.
Ph.D. programs
Faculty researchers
Stevens students learn from, and work alongside, faculty who are pursuing research breakthroughs that change how technology and analytics create opportunities in businesses of every industry.
Dr. Yan Chen
Dr. Chen's research investigates how capability stretching affects new product success.
Dr. Elaine Henry
Dr. Henry is researching the impact of different financial reporting standards on cash flow and the implications for businesses.
Dr. Ted Lappas
Dr. Lappas seeks to measure the vulnerability of businesses to fake online reviews.
Dr. Aron Lindberg
Dr. Lindberg researches how open-source software communities coordinate interdependencies across code and developers.
Dr. Victor Xi Luo
Dr. Luo is exploring how demand-side shocks can explain asset pricing moments.
Dr. Gary Lynn
Dr. Lynn's research considers the circumstances in which team autonomy contributes to the success of innovations.
Dr. Adriana Madzharov
Dr. Madzharov's research work considers the impact of ambient scents on consumer spending in retail stores.
Dr. Feng Mai
Dr. Mai is curious about what drives the field of consumer research and how it could evolve.
Dr. Murad Mithani
Dr. Mithani examines the impact of local vs. foreign firms when providing aid after a crisis.
Dr. Jeff Nickerson
Dr. Nickerson's research explores how collectives of individuals and machines can perform creative tasks.
Dr. Gaurav Sabnis
Dr. Sabnis is an expert in the role competition plays in the impact of social media about firms and how it affects their performance.
Dr. Ying Wu
Dr. Wu's research proposes a new multifactor model for securities pricing.
A culture that encourages success
As a doctoral candidate at Stevens, you'll be part of a collaborative, supportive community dedicated to helping you succeed. There is no shortage of opportunities for students, both in and out of the classroom.
Financial Support
All doctoral students are fully supported by teaching and research assistantships that include competitive stipends, tuition and health benefits.
Publication Emphasis
Your research will make an impact with help from our faculty, who have been published in the top academic journals and are committed to helping you do the same.
Location benefits
At Stevens, you're 10 minutes from New York City and its countless opportunities to attend academic conferences and collaborate with industry leaders.
Close collaboration
Business faculty share their time and expertise with Ph.D. students, giving your education a cross-disciplinary, well-rounded perspective.
Where tech is tops
State-of-the-art tools in our labs will encourage you to get your hands dirty with the data as you seek solutions to complex problems.
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