PHD SPECIALISATION
Drawing upon a broad range of social sciences disciplines, such as psychology, anthropology, sociology and economics, the Organisational Behaviour area explores the behaviour of individuals in organisations (micro-level), work groups (meso-level) and organisations (macro-level).
Introduction
Research in Organisational Behaviour at INSEAD covers a wide range of topics that includes the study of individuals, groups and organisations. Faculty and PhD students use an array of different research methodologies to address Organisational Behaviour topics, including experimental design, clinical observation, qualitative interviews, surveys and analysis of large databases. Students and faculty regularly publish in the top journals in the field, and several faculty members serve on the editorial boards of these journals.
Faculty expertise and research interests
- Leadership, group and team dynamics
- Identity, diversity
- Negotiations, power and influence
- Virtual communication
- Decision making
- Cross-cultural management
- Creativity
- Networks, organisational ecology
- Institutions and organisations
- Careers
What we’re looking for
The Organisational Behaviour area seeks candidates who are intellectually curious and would like to pursue careers in the research and teaching of organisational behaviour phenomena. As the area draws on a broad range of disciplines, the Organisational Behaviour area values backgrounds in social sciences, psychology, sociology and economics. A strong background in statistics and research methodology is also important, and having some research experience is helpful. Those who do not have a background in the social sciences will be provided with a foundation in core areas. Others can build on previous work to create a programme of study that reflects their experience.
PhD students currently come from backgrounds in decision sciences, philosophy and political sciences, applied development and educational psychology, economics and quantitative economics, psychology and social-organisational psychology, sociology, business and theatre, finance, and – of course – business. We have students who have come direct from undergraduate degrees, with little or no work experience, and some with masters. Many come with a little research experience, although it is not a must when applying.