Mark Zbaracki

Mark Zbaracki is a Visiting Scholar in the Department of Organization and Management at the Paul Merage School of Business, University of California, Irvine. He is concurrently an Associate Professor in Strategy at the Ivey Business School. His academic career includes prior faculty appointments at the Carlson School of Management (University of Minnesota), NYU Stern School of Business, the Wharton School (University of Pennsylvania), and the Booth School of Business (University of Chicago).

His research centers on the implementation of managerial practices, with a focus on total quality management, pricing strategies, and the integration of artificial intelligence in organizational decision-making. He explores how organizations adopt and operationalize strategic initiatives, particularly in complex and dynamic environments.

Zbaracki's scholarly work has been published in leading journals such as Administrative Science Quarterly, Organization Science, Strategic Management Journal, and Review of Economics and Statistics. His research on total quality management received the ASQ Award for scholarly contribution, and his work on pricing has been recognized by Nobel Laureate George Akerlof.

• ASQ Award for scholarly contribution for 'The Rhetoric and Reality of Total Quality Management'
• Cited by George Akerlof in Nobel Laureate address for pricing research

Dr. Zbaracki earned his Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering and Engineering Management from Stanford University. His interdisciplinary background bridges engineering and management, enabling a unique perspective on organizational processes and strategic implementation. While no formal advising or grant information is provided, his extensive publication record and recognition suggest significant scholarly impact. He does not appear to lead a lab or research team at UCI, given his visiting status.