From the Doctoral Programs Office at Harvard Business School:

We’re eager to connect with talented Purdue students and alumni 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 $56,392 living stipend (FY26).
• Career outcomes: graduates become faculty at leading business schools worldwide.
• Accessible entry: students may apply in their senior year with only a bachelor’s degree—no business background required.
• World-class training: close mentorship from HBS faculty and extensive research resources.

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

Free virtual info sessions (register here):

• Oct 23, 3:00 PM ET
• Nov 5, 10:00 AM ET
• Nov 13, 12:00 PM ET
• Dec 3, 12:00 PM ET

Application deadlines

• Health Policy (Management): Dec 1, 2025

• All other programs: Dec 15, 2025 

For questions, please contact doctoralprograms@hbs.edu.