The Institute of International Business (IIB) at Georgia State University's Robinson College of Business is now accepting applications for its Ph.D. program in International Business, beginning Fall 2026.
Our program offers rigorous research training under the mentorship of Daniel Andrews, Tamer Cavusgil, Charles Dhanaraj, Qian (Cecilia) Gu, and Leigh Anne Liu, whose work appears in Administrative Science Quarterly, Academy of Management Journal, Academy of Management Review, Journal of International Business Studies, Strategic Management Journal, and Organization Science. Research areas span emerging market strategy, digital globalization, cross-cultural negotiations, global governance of AI, technology and innovation, and international entrepreneurship.
Students receive full tuition waivers, competitive stipends, and professional development opportunities while studying in Atlanta, one of the most dynamic and international cities in the U.S. See the attached flyer for details.
Application deadline: January 8, 2026
Learn more and apply: robinson.gsu.edu/program/international-business-phd
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Qian (Cecilia) Gu
Associate Professor
Georgia State University
Webpage:https://robinson.gsu.edu/profile/qian-cecilia-gu/
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