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Kenneth G. Brown is a Professor in the Department of Management and Entrepreneurship at the Tippie College of Business, University of Iowa, where he also holds the endowed title of Tippie Children Professor of Management. He additionally holds an affiliation with the Department of Educational Policy and Leadership Studies, where he currently serves as Department Executive Officer. His research and teaching focus on workplace learning, training, leadership development, and management education.
- PhD in Psychology, Michigan State University
- MA in Psychology, Michigan State University
- BS in Psychology, University of Maryland
Dr. Brown’s research interests center on how individuals and organizations learn and develop. He investigates topics such as e-learning, learner control, training effectiveness, and the psychological underpinnings of leadership. His work integrates theory from psychology, organizational behavior, and human resource management to improve workplace training and development practices. He is particularly interested in bridging the gap between academic research and practical application in management.
His recent publications reflect a strong focus on training and development, e-learning, and organizational change. The articles span topics from meta-analyses of trainee reactions to critical examinations of foundational change models like Lewin’s. His work often employs both empirical research and theoretical integration, contributing significantly to the fields of industrial-organizational psychology and management education.
- Fellow - Association of Psychological Science, 2016
- Fulbright Specialist - U.S. Department of State, 2015
- President & Provost Award for Teaching Excellence - University of Iowa, 2009–2019
- Michael J. Brody Award for Faculty Excellence in Service - University of Iowa, 2024
- Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Award - Tippie College of Business, 2021
- Fellow - American Psychological Association, 2017
- Best Paper Award - Human Relations, 2016
- Distinguished Teaching Contributions Award - Society of Industrial and Organizational Psychology, 2015
- Outstanding Service Contribution by a Faculty Member - Tippie College of Business, 2014
- Last Lecture - University of Iowa, 2011
- Certified Diversity Executive (CDE), 2023–2026
Kenneth G. Brown has been a principal or co-principal investigator on research grants, including a collaborative NSF-funded project on workforce planning models that recognize human learning. He has served in major editorial roles, including Editor of the Academy of Management Learning & Education and editorial board member for numerous top journals such as Journal of Applied Psychology, Personnel Psychology, and Academy of Management Review. His service reflects a deep commitment to advancing the quality and impact of scholarship in management and organizational psychology.
Dr. Brown has been actively involved in shaping management education, contributing to curriculum development and pedagogical innovation. His work emphasizes evidence-based teaching and learning practices. He has presented at major conferences and institutions, sharing insights on teaching excellence and influence. His leadership roles, including his current position as Department Executive Officer, underscore his administrative and academic influence within the university.
