Alan Mac Cormack
About Alan Mac Cormack
Alan Mac Cormack is a Professor at Harvard Business School, where he has taught since 1998. He has a diverse academic background in business administration, engineering, and management, and is involved in various research areas including corporate strategy, globalization, and entrepreneurship.
Work at Harvard Business School
Alan Mac Cormack has been a Professor at Harvard Business School since 1998, contributing to the academic community for over 26 years. His role involves teaching and conducting research in various areas of business, including corporate strategy and competition. His long tenure at this prestigious institution highlights his commitment to education and his expertise in business administration.
Education and Expertise
Alan Mac Cormack earned a Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA) from Harvard Business School, where he studied from 1994 to 1998. Prior to that, he obtained a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from the University of Bath, studying from 1983 to 1987. He also holds a Master’s degree in Management (SM) from MIT Sloan School of Management, which he completed from 1990 to 1992. His diverse educational background informs his research and teaching focus.
Professional Experience
Before his current roles, Alan Mac Cormack worked as a Consultant at Strategy& in London from 1992 to 1994. He also served as a Visiting Professor at MIT Sloan School of Management from 2008 to 2011. In 2013, he founded Silverthread, Inc., where he currently serves as a Board Member. His professional experiences span consulting, academia, and entrepreneurship.
Research Interests and Initiatives
Alan Mac Cormack is actively involved in research related to various aspects of business, including globalization, human behavior, and decision-making. He participates in initiatives focused on business and the environment, social enterprise, and technology and innovation. His work contributes to understanding corporate strategy, finance, and economic policy, as well as the historical context of business practices.