Kris Ferreira
About Kris Ferreira
Kris Ferreira is an Assistant Professor at Harvard Business School, specializing in finance and technology. He has a background in operations research and has worked in various consulting roles, including at UPS Supply Chain Solutions and Alvarez & Marsal.
Current Position at Harvard Business School
Kris Ferreira has served as an Assistant Professor at Harvard Business School since 2015. In this role, he engages in teaching and research, focusing on finance and its intersection with technology and innovation. His work contributes to a diverse faculty that addresses various topics relevant to the business landscape. The environment at Harvard Business School emphasizes research and global organizational experience, allowing Ferreira to leverage his expertise in these areas.
Previous Experience in Consulting and Research
Before joining Harvard Business School, Kris Ferreira accumulated extensive experience in consulting and research. He worked as a Transportation Consultant at UPS Supply Chain Solutions for one year and as a Consultant at Alvarez & Marsal for three years. Additionally, he served as a Researcher at the Georgia Institute of Technology for one year. These roles provided him with practical insights into operations and supply chain management.
Educational Background in Engineering and Operations Research
Kris Ferreira holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Industrial and Systems Engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology, where he studied from 2003 to 2007. He furthered his education at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, earning a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Operations Research between 2010 and 2015. This solid educational foundation supports his research and teaching focus on finance and technology.
Research Interests and Contributions
Kris Ferreira's research interests encompass finance, globalization, and technology and innovation. He actively engages in research that explores these topics, contributing to the academic community's understanding of their implications in the business world. His work is part of a broader effort to address contemporary challenges faced by organizations in a globalized economy.
Graduate Studies at MIT
During his time at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology from 2010 to 2015, Kris Ferreira was a Graduate Student focused on Operations Research. This experience provided him with advanced knowledge and skills that are integral to his current academic and research pursuits. His studies at MIT laid the groundwork for his subsequent role as an Assistant Professor.