Harvard PhD Opportunity

We’re eager to connect with Purdue students in your department who may be interested in pursuing a PhD in business-related fields.  Our graduates go on to faculty positions at leading business schools worldwide, and applicants may apply starting in their senior year with only a bachelor’s degree—no business background required. 

Why this is a unique opportunity

  • Full funding: tuition, health insurance, fees, and a $57,054 living stipend (FY27).
  • Career outcomes: graduates become faculty at leading business schools worldwide.
  • Accessible entry: applications are welcomed from individuals at any stage. Students may apply in their senior year with only a bachelor’s degree—no business background or master’s degree required.
  • World-class training: close mentorship from Harvard faculty and extensive research resources.

Programs offered: Business Administration (Accounting & Management, Marketing, Strategy, Technology & Operations Management); Business Economics; Health Policy (Management);andOrganizational Behavior. 

Free virtual info sessions (register here):

·       September 24 at 10:00 a.m. ET

·       October 15 at 12:00 p.m. ET

·       October 26 at 1:00 p.m. ET

·       November 2 at 4:00 p.m. ET


Application deadlines

  • Health Policy (Management): Dec 1, 2026
  • All other programs: Dec 15, 2026 

For questions, please contact doctoralprograms@hbs.edu. Thank you for helping us share this opportunity with your students and alumni—we greatly value your partnership!