Scott Sherman

Dr. Scott Sherman is a Professor of Management and Chair of the Management and Marketing Department at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi's College of Business. He holds a Ph.D. in Management from Texas A&M University (1997), an MBA (1980), and a B.S. in Journalism (1976), all from Texas A&M University. His career spans academia and industry, including roles as Vice President at The Orlando Sentinel and as Management Department Chair at Pepperdine University's Graziadio School of Business (1998-2002).

Education:

• Ph.D. Business, Texas A&M University, 1997
• MBA, Texas A&M University, 1980
• B.S. Journalism, Texas A&M University, 1976

Research Interests focus on Strategic Sense-Making, Corporate Decision-Making, Organizational Development, and Crisis Management. His work explores how organizations navigate crises, adapt to environmental shifts, and leverage culture for strategic advantage. Notable areas include corporate culture's role in crisis response and the dynamics of organizational change.

Publications highlight his expertise in crisis management, corporate governance, and entrepreneurship. Recent works analyze Boeing's corporate culture crisis and GM's ignition switch scandal, emphasizing strategic decision-making failures. Earlier research spans MBA program design, SOX Act impacts on corporations, and entrepreneurial innovation frameworks.

Dr. Sherman has held leadership roles as department chair at both TAMUCC and Pepperdine, demonstrating his commitment to academic administration. He has no listed scientific awards but is recognized for contributions to management education and organizational strategy.