Christopher Mathis

Dr. Christopher J. Mathis is a Professor of Management and Interim Associate Dean at the Earl G. Graves School of Business and Management, Morgan State University. He holds academic leadership roles as Management Ph.D. Coordinator and has expertise in organizational behavior and entrepreneurship. His educational background includes a Ph.D. in Management (Jackson State University), M.B.A. in Finance (Clark Atlanta University), and B.B.A. in Accounting (Jackson State University).

His research focuses on work-life interactions, leader-follower dynamics, mental health in the workplace, and social entrepreneurship. Notable achievements include the Outstanding Empirical Paper Award from the Eastern Academy of Management and recognition for community service at Morgan State University. Dr. Mathis has contributed over 15 peer-reviewed articles, exploring topics ranging from pandemic-era work-life balance to cognitive factors in employment-entrepreneurship transitions.

His recent work emphasizes frameworks for understanding career transitions and the impact of workplace pressures on employee behavior. Collaborations span institutions like Jackson State University and Clark Atlanta University, reflecting a commitment to advancing organizational theory and practice.