Prithwiraj Choudhury
About Prithwiraj Choudhury
Prithwiraj Choudhury is an Associate Professor at Harvard Business School, where he has worked since 2019. His research focuses on generative artificial intelligence and CEO communication, and he has a background in strategy and finance from prestigious institutions.
Work at Harvard Business School
Prithwiraj Choudhury has been serving as an Associate Professor at Harvard Business School since 2019. His role involves teaching and conducting research in areas related to strategy and international business. Prior to his current position, he worked at Harvard Business School as an Assistant Professor from 2013 to 2019 and as a Doctoral Candidate from 2005 to 2010. His extensive experience at the institution spans over a decade.
Education and Expertise
Choudhury holds a B.Tech in Computer Science & Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur, which he completed from 1991 to 1995. He further pursued an MBA in Strategy and Finance at the Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta, between 1996 and 1998. He earned his Doctorate in Strategy and International Business from Harvard Business School from 2005 to 2010. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his research and teaching.
Previous Academic Positions
Before his tenure at Harvard Business School, Choudhury worked at The Wharton School as an Assistant Professor from 2010 to 2013. His academic career includes significant teaching and research contributions in the field of business strategy. His experience at multiple prestigious institutions has shaped his approach to education and research.
Research Interests and Contributions
Choudhury's research focuses on generative artificial intelligence and its implications for CEO communication. He has authored a working paper titled 'The Wade Test: Generative AI and CEO Communication' and co-authored an article on multinational firms in India. His work includes conducting field experiments related to AI and communication, exploring how these technologies impact business practices.
Professional Experience at McKinsey & Company
Prior to his academic career, Choudhury worked at McKinsey & Company as an Engagement Manager from 1998 to 2003. His role involved consulting on various business strategies, which contributed to his understanding of corporate dynamics and informed his later research and teaching.