Dr. Edward Lawler is Distinguished Research Professor Emeritus of Business and Professor Emeritus of Management and Organization at the University of Southern California, Marshall School of Business, an honor awarded very selectively by the President to those whose accomplishments have brought special renown to USC. He has been honored as a major contributor to theory, research, and practice in the fields of human resources management, compensation, organizational development, and organizational effectiveness. He joined USC in 1978 and during 1979, founded and became director of the University’s Center for Effective Organizations (CEO). CEO has been recognized by Fortune and Business Week as one of the country’s leading management research organizations.
INSIGHT + ANALYSIS
Cited: Edward Lawler in Human Resources Director
Human Resources Director cites decades-long research by LAWLER, Distinguished Research Professor Emeritus of Business, finding forced removal of poor performing employees may not be the most effective solution to productivity.
NEWS + EVENTS
Edward E. Lawler Receives the USC Faculty Lifetime Achievement Award
Awarded to a select few, the prestigious award recognizes eminent careers and notable contributions by retired faculty.
Marshall Faculty Publications, Awards, and Honors: December 2023/January 2024
We are thrilled to congratulate our faculty on new promotions and recently accepted and published research.
