Jorge Tamayo
About Jorge Tamayo
Jorge Tamayo is an Assistant Professor of Business Administration at Harvard Business School, where he has worked since 2018. He has a diverse academic background in Economics and Applied Mathematics, with previous experience as a Junior Researcher at Banco de la República in Colombia for nine years.
Current Position at Harvard Business School
Jorge Tamayo serves as an Assistant Professor of Business Administration at Harvard Business School. He has held this position since 2018, contributing to the academic community through teaching and research. His role involves engaging with students and faculty in various business administration topics, focusing on practical applications of economic theories.
Previous Experience at Banco de la República - Colombia
Before joining Harvard Business School, Jorge Tamayo worked at Banco de la República - Colombia as a Junior Researcher from 2009 to 2018. During his nine years at the bank, he focused on economic research and analysis, contributing to the institution's understanding of economic trends and policies in Colombia.
Educational Background in Economics
Jorge Tamayo obtained his Bachelor’s Degree in Economics from Universidad Escuela de Administración y Finanzas y Tecnologías, where he studied from 2004 to 2008. He furthered his education by earning a Master’s Degree in Applied Mathematics from the same institution between 2009 and 2012. He completed his academic journey with a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Economics from the University of Southern California, studying from 2012 to 2018.
Research Contributions and Publications
Jorge Tamayo has made significant contributions to academic literature. He co-authored an article focused on designing successful reskilling programs, addressing the need for effective workforce development strategies. Additionally, he published research on relational contracts and productivity within the fashion industry in India, highlighting the dynamics of contractual relationships in that sector. He also co-authored a case study analyzing Cementos Argos' strategic decisions in the U.S. cement industry.