Gerald Schoenfeld

Gerald Schoenfeld is a Professor of Management at the Lutgert College of Business, Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU), where he serves as a founding faculty member. He previously chaired the Management Department and directed the MBA program, and founded the Institute for Advances in Human Resources within FGCU's Center of Leadership and Innovation. Dr. Schoenfeld holds a Ph.D. in Human Resource Management and Strategic Management from the University of Pittsburgh, an M.S. in Industrial/Organizational Psychology from the University of Central Florida, and a B.A. in Psychology from Rutgers University.

Research & Teaching: His research focuses on teaching pedagogy, leadership, self-efficacy, career development, and performance appraisal. He leads courses in Principles of Management and Human Resource Management at both undergraduate and MBA levels. Specialized interests include strategic planning, employee surveys, management development programs, and HR-related practices like selection devices and team-building strategies.

Professional Engagement: Active in organizations such as the Society for Human Resource Management (national/local/student levels), Southern Management Association, Academy of Management, and Society of Industrial and Organizational Psychology. He has presented at numerous conferences, including the Academy of Management Annual Meeting and the Decision Sciences Institute.

Awards & Recognition: Honored with awards including the USAB Inspirational Faculty Member, Distinguished Research Award, and Team Faculty Service Excellence Award from FGCU. Recognized for best paper submissions at professional conferences.

Labs & Initiatives: Spearheaded the Institute for Advances in Human Resources, fostering innovation in HR practices and leadership education. Engaged in interdisciplinary initiatives within FGCU's leadership and innovation-focused centers.