Phillip Decker

Phillip Decker, Ph.D., serves as Professor of Healthcare Administration within the College of Business at the University of Houston-Clear Lake. His career spans academic appointments at University of Missouri (Assistant Professor) and University of Hartford (Associate Professor), alongside significant industry engagement.

Research focuses on healthcare organizational culture, competency-driven HR systems, strategic implementation, and goal orientation frameworks. These interconnected fields address critical challenges in healthcare administration through evidence-based organizational design.

With over 120 scholarly articles and 14 books, his publication record demonstrates sustained contribution to healthcare management literature. Current teaching includes Healthcare Leadership, Human Resources Management, and Foundations courses that integrate theoretical frameworks with practical applications.

Professional activities extend beyond academia through consulting for Fortune 500 companies and healthcare systems, expert testimony in EEO cases, and congressional committee appearances. This industry interface enriches his research relevance and instructional approach.