Ph.D. in Human Resource Management

What sets KU apart

• Preparation for academic careers: KU's program is designed to launch you into a successful academic career at a leading research university.
• Close faculty mentorship: Work side-by-side with experienced scholars to develop expertise in research and teaching.
• Collaborative research community: You'll join a supportive environment that encourages work with faculty in the Organizational Behavior and/or Strategic Management domains when shared research interests exist.
• Access to premier resources: Connect with a wide range of research databases and resources to support your scholarly work.
• Flexible timeline: Complete your doctorate in four to five years, tailored to your research and career goals.

Explore HR practices at every level

At the micro-level, KU faculty study how specific HR practices (e.g., selection or training techniques) relate to individuals’ attitudes, behaviors, and performance.

At the macro-level HR (e.g., “strategic HRM”) current faculty members investigate how HR systems and policies affect organizational-level outcomes.

Program faculty are active contributors to multiple domains, publishing in top-tier journals such as the Academy of Management, Journal of Applied Psychology, and Strategic Management Journal. 

Designed for varied academic foundations

No specific academic preparation is required beyond an undergraduate degree: Students with formal training in business, economics, psychology, sociology, communications, and more thrive in the program.