Baylor’s Department of Entrepreneurship and Corporate Innovation Ascends to No. 3 in Global Rankings
A Testament to Research Excellence and Impactful Knowledge
Waco, Texas – October 10, 2023 – In a remarkable display of academic prowess, Baylor University’s Department of Entrepreneurship and Corporate Innovation has soared to the No. 3 position in the prestigious 2023 TCU Global University Entrepreneurship Research Productivity Rankings. This exceptional achievement marks Baylor as the highest-ranked program in Texas for research productivity, solidifying its standing as a global leader in entrepreneurship education and scholarship.
The TCU Global University Entrepreneurship Research Productivity Rankings, widely recognized as a benchmark of excellence in the field, evaluates programs based on the volume of published research articles in three leading entrepreneurship journals: Journal of Business Venturing (JBV), Entrepreneurship Theory and Practice (ETP), and Strategic Entrepreneurship Journal (SEJ). Authorship and university affiliation are meticulously considered to determine each program’s research productivity.
The ascendancy of Baylor’s Department of Entrepreneurship and Corporate Innovation to the No. 3 spot is a testament to the department’s unwavering commitment to producing impactful research that contributes to the advancement of entrepreneurship knowledge and practice. From 2018 to 2022, the department’s faculty members made significant contributions to the field, publishing a total of 20 articles in the esteemed JBV, ETP, and SEJ journals. This impressive feat reflects their dedication to addressing real-world challenges and informing business practices through evidence-based research.
“Our faculty are world-class entrepreneurship researchers as well as teachers, and this integration of research and practice is one of the ways we strive to fulfill the Business School’s mission of producing knowledge that impacts the world,” expressed Peter Klein, Ph.D., The W.W. Caruth Endowed Chair, professor, and chair of entrepreneurship and corporate innovation at Baylor.
The Department of Entrepreneurship and Corporate Innovation at Baylor University has a rich legacy spanning over four decades, dedicated to cultivating entrepreneurial spirit, fostering innovation, and driving business success. The department’s unwavering commitment to excellence has earned it a reputation as one of the nation’s top programs, offering a diverse array of programs across the campus.
Baylor University, a private Christian institution, has garnered recognition as a nationally ranked Research 1 university. Its vibrant campus community of over 20,000 students thrives on interdisciplinary research, educational excellence, and a faculty passionate about teaching and scholarship. Founded in 1845, Baylor holds the distinction of being the oldest continuously operating university in Texas. Welcoming students from across the United States and over 100 countries, Baylor offers a wide range of degrees through its 12 nationally recognized academic divisions, providing a transformative educational experience.
The Hankamer School of Business at Baylor University is renowned for its unwavering commitment to developing principled leaders and serving the global marketplace. Through transformational learning and impactful scholarship, the school cultivates a culture of innovation guided by Christian values. Faculty and students engage in meaningful research and experiential learning opportunities, operating within a Christ-centered mission. Undergraduate students have the privilege of choosing from 13 major areas of study, while graduate students can pursue an MBA through various programs, including full-time, online, and a Dallas-based executive program. Additionally, the Business School offers three Ph.D. programs in Information Systems, Entrepreneurship, or Health Services Research. The school’s top-ranked programs attract approximately 25% of the University’s total enrollment, a testament to its exceptional reputation and unwavering commitment to academic excellence.