Kenneth J. Mawritz Jr.

Kenneth J. Mawritz Jr. is an Assistant Professor of Management at Lehigh University's College of Business. He teaches graduate and undergraduate courses in organizational behavior, leadership, and ethics, including specific courses such as MGT 043 (Organizational Behavior), GBUS 441 (Business Ethics), and MBA 454/MBA 464 (Management-related topics). His work bridges academic research with practical applications in team dynamics and ethical decision-making.

• B.S. in Sports Management with a Business Minor, Indiana University of Pennsylvania
• M.B.A. in Leadership, Drexel University
• Ph.D. in Organizational Behavior, Temple University

Dr. Mawritz focuses on intra-team rivalry, examining how repeated competition within teams enhances psychological engagement and performance. His research connects social comparison theory to workplace behavior, exploring its impact on motivation, individual performance, and team outcomes.

Prior to joining Lehigh, he served as an adjunct professor at Drexel University, Rutgers University, La Salle University, and West Chester University. Earlier in his career, he held management and consulting roles in Fortune 100 and 500 companies across aerospace, defense, healthcare, and luxury retail industries.

• Teaching Excellence Award, Lehigh University College of Business (2022)