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The marketing faculty embrace research traditions grounded in psychology and behavioral decision-making, economics and industrial organization, and statistics and management science.

These traditions support research inquiries into consumer behavior, firm behavior, the development of methods for improving the allocation of marketing resources, and understanding of how marketing works in a market setting.

A small number of students are accepted into the PhD Program in marketing each year, with a total of about 18 marketing students in residence. Student-faculty relationships are close, both professionally and socially. This permits the tailoring of the program of study to fit the background and career goals of the individual.

A marketing student’s program of study usually includes several doctoral seminars taught by marketing faculty, some doctoral seminars taught by other Stanford GSB faculty, and a considerable number of graduate-level courses in related departments outside the business school, depending on a student’s particular area of investigation.

The field is often broken down into two broad subareas: behavioral marketing and quantitative marketing.

Behavioral Marketing

Behavioral marketing is the study of how individuals behave in consumer-relevant domains. This area of marketing draws from social psychology and behavioral decision theory and includes a wide variety of topics such as:

• Decision making
• Attitudes and persuasion
• Social influence
• Motivation and goals
• New technologies
• Consumer neuroscience
• Misinformation

Students in this track take classes in behaviorally oriented subjects within Stanford GSB and also in the Psychology Department . All students have the opportunity to interact with Stanford GSB faculty in every group and, indeed, across the Stanford campus.

Behavioral Interest Group

There is also a formal institutional link between the behavioral side of marketing and the micro side of organizational behavior , which is called the Behavioral Interest Group. The Stanford GSB Behavioral Lab links members of this group. This lab fosters collaborative work across field boundaries among those with behavioral interests.

The Behavioral Lab is an interdisciplinary social research laboratory open to all Stanford GSB faculty and PhD students. The lab’s research primarily spans the fields of organizational behavior and behavioral marketing, and covers a rich and diverse array of topics, including attitudes and preferences, consumer decision-making, group dynamics, leadership, morality, power, and prosocial behavior.

Preparation and Qualifications

A background in psychology and experience with experimental methods and data analysis provide optimal preparation for students pursuing the behavioral track, though students from a variety of backgrounds have performed well in the program.

Quantitative Marketing

The quantitative marketing faculty at Stanford emphasize theoretically grounded empirical analysis of applied marketing problems. This line of inquiry draws primarily on fundamentals in applied microeconomic theory, industrial organization, and econometrics and statistics.

Questions of interest include:

Investigating consumer choices and purchase behavior

Examining product, pricing, advertising, and promotion strategies of firms

Analyzing competition in a wide range of domains

Development and application of large-scale experimentation, high-dimensional statistics, applied econometrics and big-data methods to solve marketing problems

A common theme of research is the use of rigorous quantitative methods to study important, managerially relevant marketing questions.

Cross-Campus Collaboration

Students in this track take common classes in quantitatively oriented subjects with others at Stanford GSB, as well as the Economics and Statistics Departments. All Stanford GSB students have the opportunity to interact with Stanford GSB faculty in every group and, indeed, across the Stanford campus.

Solid training in economics and statistical methods, as well as programming skills, offers a distinct advantage for quantitative marketing students, but students from various backgrounds such as engineering, computer science, and physics have thrived in the program.

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Tepper School of Business

Ph.D. Program in Marketing

Studies include brand-choice models, analytical and structural models, marketing/operations interface, marketing/it interface, and theories of consumer behavior..

The Tepper School's doctoral program in marketing has a reputation of producing highly skilled and innovative researchers who are well grounded in the basic disciplines underlying marketing thought and who practice and create the state-of-the-art in marketing. Most go on to become faculty members at premier academic institutions throughout the world.

The Ph.D. program offers one of the most complete and solid sequence of Ph.D. courses among leading universities in the world. Students usually take one and a half years of required courses offered by the marketing, economics, psychology and statistics departments. After passing the qualifying exam at the end of one and a half years, they begin the research stage, find advisors according to their own research interests, and start writing their Ph.D. dissertation under the guidance of the advisors. Typically, it takes four to five years to complete the program and obtain the Ph.D. degree. In addition to rigorous course work, students benefit from the weekly seminars in which scholars from all over the world come present their most recent research. Students also have their own workshops in which they present their own research work.

The Tepper School boasts excellent faculty, specializing in adopting analytical, empirical and consumer behavior approaches to address fundamental marketing problems. Historically, Tepper School faculty and graduates have made fundamental contributions to marketing theory in the areas of brand-choice models, analytical models for marketing strategy, empirical structural models, conjoint analysis, marketing and operations management interface, marketing and information systems interface and theories of consumer behavior.

A few examples of research topics that students and faculty members have recently worked on are:

• How a manager allocates marketing resources to various alternatives such as promotion, advertising and sales force. By developing decision support systems to aid managers, we hope to understand better the allocation problem and to improve marketing efficiency.
• How to design new products while simultaneously considering consumer preferences, engineering constraints and design aesthetics.
• How to understand latent preferences of online customers by statistically analyzing their web browsing patterns.
• Psychological processes that drive consumer choice among alternative products. How we can help them make better decisions.

Starting from 1971, the Tepper School has produced a significant number of leading researchers in marketing, including at least ten chaired professors at top-ten business schools and many other world-renowned marketing researchers (high ratio given the size). Recent students who graduated from the Tepper School marketing program have obtained faculty positions at top research schools such as Chicago, Columbia, Duke, Stanford and New York University. More recent graduates have won dissertation awards from the American Marketing Association, the Association for Consumer Research, and the American Psychological Association.

Given the size of our Ph.D. program, these achievements of our Ph.D. alumni demonstrate the outstanding quality of our Ph.D. program and also win us the reputation as one of the best schools that produce the most promising marketing researchers.

As a Ph.D. student of marketing at the Tepper School, you will notice a few things that distinguish your experience at the Tepper School.

Outstanding Training in Economics, Psychology and Statistics Foundations

As a tradition, our students are required to obtain rigorous training in economics, econometrics, psychology and statistics. The comprehensive and rigorous training equips our students with a solid understanding of economics and psychology, the state-of-the-art research techniques, and cutting-edge approaches for solving fundamental research problems. Historically, this approach has had high payoffs - our students are not only capable of solving ground-breaking research problems using the most cutting-edge techniques, but also demonstrate great endurance in their future academic careers.

Comprehensive Sequence of Marketing Doctoral Courses

We offer the most complete sequence of Ph.D. courses. You will find many Ph.D. courses offered by marketing faculties that cover their research expertise. These marketing Ph.D. courses progressively and comprehensively introduce cutting-edge research methodologies, the development of literature in each discipline, and the most recent research interest of each faculty member. Faculty are almost available 24/7 to work with Ph.D. students. They also spend an enormous amount of time preparing students for their job market. Most students continue working with faculty at CMU even after graduating and enjoy a lifetime of support and friendship from them.

Close and Caring Working Relationship Between Faculty and Students

At the Tepper School, our most important mission is to produce the best Ph.D. students. We treat Ph.D. students as junior faculty and the excellent mentoring system guarantees enough time from faculty to each Ph.D. student. The school typically admits only a few students each year. The doctoral program is intentionally kept small in order to increase faculty-student interaction and to take advantage of the business school's resources. They develop, in close conjunction with the faculty members, flexible programs addressing their specific research interests. Our students have access to award-winning faculty - many of whom are leaders in their field. Our faculty works closely with students creating new knowledge on a daily basis with their students.

Inspiring and Innovative Inter-Disciplinary Research Environment

Recognized for our unique interdisciplinary environment, students are often encouraged to work across departmental lines. As a result, our graduates have opportunities to engage in groundbreaking research and sharpen their ability to solve complex problems through leadership and collaboration.

In summary, the marketing group has a strong commitment to research and devotes considerable resources to training future scholars. We emphasize the development of sophisticated, state-of-the-art research skills that are required to solve fundamental research problems and create new knowledge in a chosen area of marketing. The Ph.D. program welcomes applications from candidates from all countries with distinguished academic backgrounds who are interested in pursuing a career in research universities. Admission to the marketing program at the Tepper School offers the student an opportunity to continue in this tradition of high achievement and excellence.

Research Topics

The research focus of our program directly translates in their early involvement in research projects. Our doctoral students work closely with faculty members to produce high quality research in several relevant marketing topics.

• Behavioral and Experimental Economics
• Charitable Giving and Nonprofit Marketing
• Consumer Financial Decision Making
• Consumer Happiness/Satisfaction
• Electronic Commerce
• Hedonic Adaptation
• High Tech Marketing
• Judgment and Decision Making
• Micro-marketing
• Optimal Pricing Strategies
• Service Productivity and Performance Pay
• Sports Marketing and Celebrity Endorsements
• Structural Estimation Methods
• Two-sided Market Pricing

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Quantitative Marketing

The PhD degree in Marketing is a research degree that is focused on developing cutting-edge skills that are needed to do research on the frontiers of marketing.

Behavioral Marketing

The PhD program in Behavioral Marketing at Yale focuses on how individuals think and behave in consumer-relevant domains. The program of study is inter-disciplinary, drawing from the fields of consumer behavior, social psychology, cognitive psychology, decision research, and behavioral economics.

Yale Marketing Seminar

The Yale Marketing Seminar Series presents recent research papers in marketing. The goal is to bring researchers from other universities to the Yale campus to stimulate exchange of ideas and deepen understanding of marketing trends.

PhD Program

The marketing program offers two broad areas of research:  consumer behavior and quantitative marketing.

In the consumer behavior track, students are exposed to the fundamentals of psychology (cognitive psychology, social psychology, and behavioral decision theory) and experimental research and on how to use them to address marketing problems, such as consumer judgment and decision making and the role of the multiple variables influencing this process (e.g., attitudes, emotions, motivation, individual differences, perception, social influence, etc).

In the quantitative marketing track, students are exposed to the fundamentals of economics (microeconomics, industrial organization, econometrics, etc.) and how to use them to address marketing problems such as mathematical modeling of buyer-seller interactions, consumer choice processes, the allocation of marketing resources into components of the marketing mix, and product development.

Alternatively, students may focus on the interplay between these two broad areas (consumer behavior and quantitative marketing) and how the economics and psychology interface can help researchers better understand and predict marketing phenomena.

Program Overview

In order to cope with these expanding horizons, the program is designed to provide broad exposure to the advanced literature in each field. The program includes a series of marketing PhD seminars, the development of expertise in a particular social science discipline (economics and/or psychology), and technical skills appropriate to the analysis of the problems to be studied. Students select an area for intensive study and develop a program that trains them to comprehend and perform cutting-edge research in that field.

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Below please find the program requirements for a students in Marketing . Doctoral students in Marketing generally complete the program in five years.

A minimum of 13 semester courses at doctoral level are required. Each semester students will consult with the Marketing faculty coordinators to receive approval of their course selections.

Students in the Marketing program choose one of the following sequences

Microeconomics

• Microeconomic Theory I (HBS 4010/Economics 2020a)
• Microeconomic Theory II (HBS 4011/Economics 2020b)
• Social Behavior in Organizations: Research Seminar (Psychology 2630)
• Advanced Social Psychology (Psychology 2500)

Students must take four research methods courses, including at least one course in research design.

Research methods courses that meet this requirement include, but are not limited to:

Quantitative Research Methods

Research Methods Courses

• Introduction to Econometrics (Economics 1123)
• Introduction to Applied Econometrics (Economics 2120); (prerequisite Economics 2110; the pre-req will count towards 4 course requirement)
• Econometric Methods II (Economics 2115)
• Advanced Applied Econometrics (Economics 2144)
• Industrial Organization (Economics 2610)
• Statistical Methods for Evaluating Causal Effects (Econ 1127)
• Advanced Quantitative Methods II (KSG API 210i)
• Machine Learning and Big Data Analytics (HKS API 222)
• Statsitical Machine Learning (Statistics 195)
• Probability Theory (Statistics 210)
• Statistical Inference (Statistics 211)
• Bayesian Data Analysis (Statistics 220)
• Incomplete Multivariate Data (Statistics 232)
• Sequential Decision Making (Statistics 234)
• Advanced Demand Modeling (MIT 1.205)
• Advanced Natural Language Processing (MIT 6.864)
• Bayesian Modeling Inference (MIT 6.435)
• Inference Causal Parameters (MIT 14.388)

Quantitative Research Design Courses

• Advanced Quantitative Research Methodology (Gov 2001)
• Program Evaluation: Estimating Program Effectiveness with Empirical Analysis (HKS API-208)

Consumer Behavior

• Intermediate Statistical Analysis in Psychology (Psychology 1950)
• Multivariate Analysis in Psychology (Psychology 1952)

Research Design Courses

• Design of Field Research Methods (HBS 4070)
• Experimental Methods (HBS 4435)
• Field Experiments (HBS 4430)

Marketing students are required to take five additional doctoral courses.

Quantitative-track students are required to complete:

• Consumer Behavior (HBS 4630)
• Marketing Models (HBS 4660)
• Two breadth courses
• Three elective doctoral courses

Consumer Behavior-track students are required to complete:

• Micro Topics in Organizational Behavior (HBS 4882)
• Behavioral Approaches to Decision Making and Negotiation (HBS 4420)
• One elective doctoral course

All students without an MBA degree are required to complete two case-based HBS MBA courses.

Students are strongly encouraged to attend and participate in seminars throughout their program. Students are expected to attend the Marketing Unit Seminars .

Good Academic Standing

To remain in good academic standing, doctoral students are expected to maintain a B grade point average.

Teaching Requirement

Students are required to complete a teaching engagement of one full academic term that includes at least 8 hours, or 3 class sessions, of front-of-class teaching experience and at least 16 hours of teaching preparation time.

Special Field Exam

Students are required to pass the Special Field Exam at the end of the second year or beginning of the third year. This exam has two parts: a written exam and an oral exam based on a research paper a student has written.

Dissertation Proposal

By the end of their third year, all students are required to obtain approval of their dissertation proposal by their Dissertation Chair.

Oral Examination

Students are required to complete a dissertation proposal oral examination. In evaluating the student’s performance at the orals, the Dissertation Committee will take into account the quality of the student’s oral presentation, the quality of the student’s responses to questions from the Dissertation Committee, and the written material prepared prior to the oral date.

Dissertation

Students are required to write a dissertation, which typically takes the form of three publishable papers, to the satisfaction of their Dissertation Committee. The dissertation defense is oral and open to the public.

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Rigorous, discipline-based research is the hallmark of the MIT Sloan PhD Program. The program is committed to educating scholars who will lead in their fields of research—those with outstanding intellectual skills who will carry forward productive research on the complex organizational, financial, and technological issues that characterize an increasingly competitive and challenging business world.

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PhD studies at MIT Sloan are intense and individual in nature, demanding a great deal of time, initiative, and discipline from every candidate. But the rewards of such rigor are tremendous:  MIT Sloan PhD graduates go on to teach and conduct research at the world's most prestigious universities.

PhD Program curriculum at MIT Sloan is organized under the following three academic areas: Behavior & Policy Sciences; Economics, Finance & Accounting; and Management Science. Our nine research groups correspond with one of the academic areas, as noted below.

MIT Sloan PhD Research Groups

Behavioral & policy sciences.

Economic Sociology

Institute for Work & Employment Research

Organization Studies

Technological Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Strategic Management

Economics, Finance & Accounting

Accounting  

Management Science

Information Technology

System Dynamics  

Those interested in a PhD in Operations Research should visit the Operations Research Center .  

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The goal of the MIT Sloan PhD Program's admissions process is to select a small number of people who are most likely to successfully complete our rigorous and demanding program and then thrive in academic research careers. The admission selection process is highly competitive; we aim for a class size of nineteen students, admitted from a pool of hundreds of applicants.

What We Seek

• Outstanding intellectual ability
• Excellent academic records
• Previous work in disciplines related to the intended area of concentration
• Strong commitment to a career in research

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Dates and Deadlines

The 2024 online application for the MIT Sloan PhD Program is live and available  here . The application submission deadline is December 1, 2023.

More information on program requirements and application components

Students in good academic standing in our program receive a funding package that includes tuition, medical insurance, and a fellowship stipend and/or TA/RA salary. We also provide a new laptop computer and a conference travel/research budget.

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Unlike formulaic approaches to training scholars, the PhD Program at MIT Sloan allows students to choose their own adventure and develop a unique scholarly identity. This can be daunting, but students are given a wide range of support along the way - most notably having access to world class faculty and coursework both at MIT and in the broader academic community around Boston.

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The PhD Program is integral to the research of MIT Sloan's world-class faculty. With a reputation as risk-takers who are unafraid to embrace the unconventional, they are engaged in exciting disciplinary and interdisciplinary research that often includes PhD students as key team members.

Research centers across MIT Sloan and MIT provide a rich setting for collaboration and exploration. In addition to exposure to the faculty, PhD students also learn from one another in a creative, supportive research community.

Throughout MIT Sloan's history, our professors have devised theories and fields of study that have had a profound impact on management theory and practice.

From Douglas McGregor's Theory X/Theory Y distinction to Nobel-recognized breakthroughs in finance by Franco Modigliani and in option pricing by Robert Merton and Myron Scholes, MIT Sloan's faculty have been unmatched innovators.

This legacy of innovative thinking and dedication to research impacts every faculty member and filters down to the students who work beside them.

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Student Research

“MIT Sloan PhD training is a transformative experience. The heart of the process is the student’s transition from being a consumer of knowledge to being a producer of knowledge. This involves learning to ask precise, tractable questions and addressing them with creativity and rigor. Hard work is required, but the reward is the incomparable exhilaration one feels from having solved a puzzle that had bedeviled the sharpest minds in the world!” -Ezra Zuckerman Sivan Alvin J. Siteman (1948) Professor of Entrepreneurship

Sample Dissertation Abstracts - These sample Dissertation Abstracts provide examples of the work that our students have chosen to study while in the MIT Sloan PhD Program.

We believe that our doctoral program is the heart of MIT Sloan's research community and that it develops some of the best management researchers in the world. At our annual Doctoral Research Forum, we celebrate the great research that our doctoral students do, and the research community that supports that development process.

The videos of their presentations below showcase the work of our students and will give you insight into the topics they choose to research in the program.

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The Marketing area at the Mitchell E. Daniels, Jr. School of Business has a long tradition of leadership in doctoral education. The school’s marketing PhD graduates are among the nation's best in terms of the impact of their research on the profession, according to a study by Academic Assessment Services. Purdue graduates were one of only five sets of alumni to be ranked in the top 15 on each of five separate measures of influence.

In their doctoral coursework, marketing PhD students learn theoretical models and their empirical applications related to consumer behavior, organization buying behavior, pricing, product design, advertising, promotion, sales force, distribution, new product planning, marketing planning, and strategy decisions

The objective of the program is to educate cutting-edge future researchers who will contribute to the advancement of marketing and management science. We appreciate that marketing is both an art and a science and will prepare you for a career in academia, marketing consulting, marketing research/analytics, UX/UI design, business development and more.

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A doctorate in marketing can set someone apart as a true expert in the field. Learners must understand research methods, statistical analysis, consumer behavior, and business practices . Graduates often work as marketing professors in colleges and universities. However, they may also work as marketing leaders and consultants in the private sector. According to July 2022 data from Payscale , marketing doctoral graduates can earn between $82,100 and $175,340 . Typically, candidates take 4-6 years to earn a doctorate in marketing, whether online or in person.

Most colleges offer stipends and tuition waivers for students pursuing doctorates in marketing. The stipend often includes class materials, health insurance, and a modest amount for living expenses. Not every school guarantees stipends and tuition waivers. It's important for prospective learners to know each school's policy and understand how much debt they may have to take on if they do not receive these awards. Even learners who earn these awards may need to take out student loans to meet their financial needs.

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Carnegie Mellon University

• Pittsburgh, PA
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On Campus | Scheduled Courses

Avg. Cost per Credit In State | Stipend covers cost of tuition Out of State | Stipend covers cost of tuition

Credits to Graduate 10 to 11 courses

Program Information Program Accreditation | Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business

CMU offers three learning tracks for degree candidates seeking a doctorate in marketing : consumer behavior, empirical modeling, and analytical modeling. Learners often combine courses from these tracks. A doctoral candidate in this program spends about 18 months taking marketing, psychology, economics, and statistics courses. They must pass a series of exams before working on their dissertation. 

CMU intentionally keeps its Ph.D. programs small, and admissions are competitive. Applicants must submit GRE or GMAT scores.

Georgia State University

• Atlanta, GA

On Campus | Scheduled Classes

Credits to Graduate 42

Georgia State offers a customizable doctorate in marketing in which candidates earn nine credit hours in a secondary area of study. Learners also earn 15 credits in research methods and 18 credits in marketing. This research-focused program grants students access to lunch and learn sessions, travel assistance to present research, and research workshops. 

Applicants must submit transcripts, GMAT scores, statements of purpose, and resumes. The university also schedules interviews with candidates.

Michigan State University

• East Lansing, MI

Credits to Graduate 63

The doctorate in marketing at MSU requires degree candidates to earn 15 semester credit hours in marketing, 12 credits in research, and 12 credits in electives. Learners also complete a dissertation, a summer research paper, and a comprehensive paper in their second year. Students choose between four research areas of focus: marketing strategy, product and brand management, relationship marketing, and international marketing.

Applicants must submit strong GMAT scores, though the school does not post an exact minimum score.

Northwestern University

• Evanston, IL

On Campus | Scheduled Classes 

Credits to Graduate 18 courses

Northwestern's Kellogg School of Management offers a doctorate in marketing with two learning tracks: consumer behaviors and quantitative marketing. The consumer behavior track focuses on theory, while the quantitative marketing track highlights research. Both programs require degree candidates to complete 18 courses, submit research papers, teach lower-level courses, and complete a dissertation. 

Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree and submit GRE or GMAT scores. The school does not post other minimum requirements, but only a few applicants are admitted each year.

The University of Alabama

• Tuscaloosa, AL

Avg. Cost per Credit In State | $5,550 per semester Out of State | $15,730 per semester

Credits to Graduate 48

The UA doctorate in marketing candidates take courses in research, statistics, and more in the first two years. They qualify for the remaining part of the program by completing two research papers. Then, learners can complete their dissertations. The faculty specializes in research areas such as cultural factors in customer relationships and behavioral underpinnings of customer interactions. 

Applicants must hold bachelor's or master's degrees with GPAs of at least 3.5. They must also submit GRE or GMAT scores of at least 300 or 550, respectively.

The University of Texas at Austin

Credits to Graduate N/A

The UT McCombs School of Business states that in the past decade, 100% of its Ph.D. in marketing graduates have accepted academic positions. While candidates do not need to hold a degree in any specific area of study, they should have a good understanding of statistics, economics, and mathematics. The program offers three concentrations: consumer behavior, marketing strategy, and quantitative marketing.

Applicants should have bachelor's degrees with GPAs of at least 3.0 and submit GRE or GMAT scores.

The University of Texas at San Antonio

• San Antonio, TX

Credits to Graduate 66-84, depending on previous experience

UTSA accepts candidates to its doctorate in marketing program who have bachelor's or master's degrees. However, the curriculum depends on the learner's previous level of education. After completing the required courses, learners must pass a written comprehensive exam to qualify for candidacy. Then, they can research, write, and defend their dissertations. 

Applicants should submit GRE or GMAT scores, a resume, official transcripts, and a statement of purpose with their application.

University of Connecticut

Credits to Graduate 58

Students working toward a doctorate in marketing at UConn focus primarily on consumer behavior and marketing science. Doctoral candidates choose from a range of research topics, including information search, buyer-supplier relationships, pricing dynamics, and customer relationships management. 

This research-focused program includes access to resources such as the school's behavioral laboratory, writing support, and econometrics consultations. The program accepts 3.6% of applicants. Accepted candidates have an average undergraduate GPA of 3.5 and an average graduate GPA of 3.6.

University of Oregon

Credits to Graduate 18 courses in the first two years, followed by research work

UO's doctorate in marketing program admits an average of two candidates per year, lending to its tight-knit community. Students take courses in marketing, economics, statistics, and effective teaching methods. Next, they must complete two research papers and a dissertation. 

Applicants must have an overall GPA of at least 3.0 and submit GRE or GMAT scores. Minimum scores for admission are 600 total on the GMAT or 315 on the GRE revised general test. 

University of Pennsylvania

• Philadelphia, PA

Credits to Graduate 15 plus a dissertation

Penn is home of the Wharton School of Business, which was the world's first collegiate school of business and remains one of the most respected business schools in the world. Wharton offers an Ivy League doctorate in marketing with two learning tracks: quantitative and consumer behavior.

First, degree candidates complete a minimum of 15 graduate-level course credits and a comprehensive exam. Then, they must research, write, and defend a dissertation. This school is highly selective, but students who are accepted receive a fellowship stipend which covers the entire cost of tuition. Applicants must submit GRE or GMAT scores and references.

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Each year, the BestColleges Ranking Team evaluates hundreds of programs to produce our annual Best Doctorate in Marketing ranking. In 2022, the team sourced the most recent data available from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System and College Navigator, both of which are hosted by the National Center for Education Statistics. We identified 15 schools that qualify for our ranking, listed in alphabetical order. The programs in our list are based on the following criteria.

• Each school must be an accredited public or private, nonprofit institution.
• Must offer a doctorate degree program in the given subject.
• Must submit an annual report to the National Center for Education Statistics.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Marketing Programs

Is a doctorate in marketing worth it.

Earning a doctorate in marketing requires a significant investment of time and energy. This work is well worth the effort for anyone who wants to teach marketing at a university or build a career in research.

By earning a Ph.D. in marketing, learners become experienced researchers with all the skills necessary to build a career in academia. Furthermore, this terminal degree demonstrates a person's deep understanding of marketing, particularly in their specific area of study. Prospective students should consider whether these outcomes align with their personal and professional goals.

What can I do with a doctorate in marketing?

A doctorate in marketing opens career pathways in academia and research. Many graduates go on to teach marketing at the university level. They typically continue to conduct research in these positions as well. In these jobs, professionals advance marketing knowledge while also training the next generation of marketing scholars.

Graduates may also work as consultants to large businesses looking for cutting-edge methods to connect with customers. Prospective students should choose programs based on their career goals, as some programs are geared more toward research and academia.

How long does it take to get a doctorate in marketing?

Students should expect to take about 4-6 years to earn a doctorate in marketing. However, some candidates take longer to complete their dissertations. These programs often include two distinct phases. First, students take graduate-level courses in research, marketing, statistics, and more. During this time, they may need to write comprehensive research papers as well. These requirements typically take about two years.

When they pass these courses, learners either complete another research paper or pass a comprehensive exam to move into the next phase, called "candidacy." During the candidacy period, they work on their dissertations. It takes about three years to complete the dissertation process.

How much money can I make with a doctorate in marketing?

Many who earn a doctorate in marketing go on to be postsecondary teachers in universities and colleges. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reports that professors earn a median annual salary of $79,640. However, those who teach business earn an average of $94,360 annually. These instructors may make more depending on where they teach and if they gain tenure.

The BLS predicts that the number of job openings for professors will grow by 12% between 2020 and 2030, faster than the national average growth rate of 8% for all occupations. Graduates can also go into marketing practice. Payscale data from July 2022 reports that marketing directors make an average annual salary of $92,480.

What are the highest-paying jobs with a doctorate in marketing?

While many graduates with doctorates in marketing work as professors or directors, some go on to earn more in higher positions. In the business world, graduates can work as chief marketing officers. According to Payscale , the average annual salary for this position is $175,340.

Those who want to stay in academia can also grow in their careers. Payscale reports that academic department chairs at colleges and universities earn an average salary of $82,100 annually.

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The application deadline for the Marketing Doctoral Program is December 15th.

Extraordinary business and economic growth have ushered in exciting times in our Marketing Department, with many graduates starting their careers at the world's leading research institutions. The program's primary goal is to develop students into skilled researchers and future leaders in academia by creating and disseminating marketing knowledge that reshapes the marketplace.

Consumer Behavior

Research focuses on issues related to the acquisition and retention of consumers and consumers' consumption of goods, services, ideas, and experiences. The research both relies on and contributes to theory in marketing, psychology, sociology, and economics and has practical relevance, answering questions that inform and improve marketing and public policy decisions and individual-level consumer well-being.

Marketing Strategy

Research focuses on issues related to firms' strategies and behaviors, including topics such as innovation management, sales force management, distribution channels, market entry strategy, technology strategy, new venture marketing, customer relationship management, and marketing metrics. The research spotlights substantive real-world problems, and generally, the insights from marketing strategy research have direct and actionable implications for marketing practice.

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Research focuses on developing theoretical models and empirical methods for applied marketing problems, drawing from economic theory, statistics, econometrics, and computer science to uncover novel insights, challenge existing theory, and advance marketing practice. The research, combining computational advances, fruitful collaborations with industry, and explosive growth in data availability, along with strong student demand for analytical training, portends a fulfilling academic career for those interested in quantitative marketing.

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A wide variety of research designs is used, and mastery of quantitative and qualitative data analysis techniques is essential.

PREPARATION AND QUALIFICATIONS

The Texas McCombs Marketing doctoral program assumes that students have taken advanced courses to establish a reasonable mathematical, statistics, and economics background. Adequate computer programming skills are necessary for coursework.

Prospective applicants are required to hold a four-year bachelor's degree (does not require a formal degree in the area of study) or equivalent before starting the program. There are no additional prerequisites or requirements for the Marketing department.

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The primary goal of the Texas McCombs Ph.D. program is to prepare students for exceptional academic careers. Over the last five years, McCombs Marketing Ph.D. alumni have excelled at top institutions globally.

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Valuing Diversity PhD Scholarship

In partnership with the PhD Project and the AMA Academic Council, the Valuing Diversity PhD Scholarship seeks to widen opportunities for underrepresented populations to attend marketing doctoral programs.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

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Past applicants are strongly encouraged to reapply. All applicants must meet the following requirements:

• They must be from one of the following populations: African American, Hispanic American, or Native American.
• They must be a U.S. citizen or a permanent U.S. resident.
• They must be enrolled in a full-time AACSB accredited marketing doctoral program, or an advertising doctoral program, and have successfully completed at least one year.
• They have not previously received a Valuing Diversity Scholarship.​

Nominations for the 2023 scholarship closed on May 15, 2023.

Application process.

Applicants will be evaluated based on the following:

• One from the applicant’s advisor or Doctoral Program Coordinator, and
• How your dissertation research incorporates conceptual, design, or methods issues related to diversity.
• How your dissertation research contributes to advancing the field of marketing.
• How your dissertation research incorporates any innovative theories or advanced, cutting-edge designs, methods, or approaches.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Essays must be in Microsoft Word format. Essays should be two-pages, double-spaced, in 12 pt. type (approximately 500 words.) Sources you mention in your essay should be supplied on an additional page and do not count against the two-page maximum.

2023 Winners

Erika Zuloaga Cosme, University of Texas at San Antonio Davon Holmes, Georgia State University Priscilla Peña, University of Rhode Island

2022 Winners

Andre Martin, Kenan-Flagler Business School, The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Jazmin Henry, Paul Merage School of Business, University of California, Irvine Khalia Jenkins, University of South Florida Tracy Khan, University of Rhode Island, College of Business

2021 Winners

Shawn Enriques, University of Wyoming Nicole Ann Davis, University of Georgia

2020 Winners

Wendy De La Rosa, Stanford University Samantha Galvan, The University of Texas at San Antonio Jen Riley, Kennesaw State University – Coles College of Business

2019 Winners

Veronica Martin Ruiz, Iowa State University Patricia T. Gouveria, Florida International University Alejandra Rodriguez, Oklahoma State University

The American Marketing Association Foundation (AMAF), in conjunction with the AMA Academic Council, established a scholarship program in 2003 focused on creating scholarship funds for populations underrepresented in the marketing profession.

The number of African Americans, Hispanics and Native Americans pursuing doctoral degrees in marketing is too low to reach a future goal of increased diversity in the marketing profession in both academic and corporate settings. For example, during the period from 1983-2005, of the 2,999 total earned doctoral degrees in marketing, only 151, or 5%, of those earned were by underrepresented populations (86 by African Americans, 49 by Hispanics, and 16 by Native Americans.) For many of the years during this period, there was just a handful of each of these underrepresented populations earning a doctoral degree in marketing, and for several years there were none for some of the groups. Although there has been improvement in these numbers over the past several years, there is still much work to be done in order to meet our goal of a more diverse marketing profession.

Through its Valuing Diversity PhD Scholarship Program, the AMAF seeks to widen the opportunities for underrepresented populations to attend marketing doctoral programs. In 2003, the Foundation awarded its first two scholarships under the Valuing Diversity PhD Scholarship Program. For the academic year, several $1,000- $2,500 scholarships will be granted to students currently enrolled in PhD programs. The scholarships are funded by the donors of the AMAF’s Valuing Diversity Fund and gifts from Sage Publishing.

Judging Process

An AMA Academic Communities team member will organize a selection committee that may consist of PhD Project alumni, past scholarship recipients, AMAF members, AMA Academic Council members, and/or at-large marketing faculty. The committee will evaluate each submission and determine the recipients of the scholarship.

Recognition and Benefits

The scholarships will be presented at the PhD Project dinner held in conjunction with the AMA Summer Academic Conference.

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Where practical experience and Ivy League rigor intersect.

The Master of Professional Studies (MPS) in Management from the Samuel Curtis Johnson Graduate School of Management at Cornell University combines rigorous academics with real-world learning experiences. 

Designed for students with undergraduate degrees in areas other than business, this unique master’s in management program can be tailored to meet your professional interests.

The Cornell Difference: Immersive. Innovative. International.

Part of the Cornell Johnson Graduate School of Management, the MPS in Management program offers unparalleled academics, faculty expertise, and support. As one of three schools in the renowned Cornell SC Johnson College of Business, our students also benefit from the broader learning community at the Johnson School.

Innovative Research and Publications

The Johnson School is home to Administrative Science Quarterly , an internationally recognized academic journal that publishes cutting-edge management research from scholars around the world. Additionally, our research centers produce original knowledge that furthers the science of management.

International Alumni Network

As a student in the MPS in Management program, you’ll have access to alumni from across the Johnson School (and all of Cornell) through a range of events and mentoring opportunities. Once you graduate, you’ll become part of this diverse, accomplished, and highly connected network.

Earning Your MPS in Management: Degree Overview

If you’re a driven professional, a Master of Professional Studies could be right for you. In less than a year, you can boost your business acumen and earn a graduate management degree.

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10 months starting in August

Our STEM Designation: The Science and Technology of Management

No matter what role you play in your organization, technology is likely a big part of your workday, from how you interact with others to how you make important decisions. That’s why you’ll find a heavy emphasis on technology in most top master’s in management programs.

Our STEM designation means you’ll find analytics, databases, machine learning, and other technologically driven tools and practices covered throughout the MPS in Management curriculum . The benefits of this designation extend beyond high-quality academics.

International students with an F-1 visa who are enrolled in a STEM-designated program become eligible for a two-year extension, allowing them to work in the United States in an approved STEM field for up to 36 months. This extends training opportunities and increases hireability.

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As you explore business management graduate degrees , you might be wondering about the difference between an MBA and MPS. Here’s a brief explanation:

A Master of Business Administration (MBA) program typically requires prior academic and professional business experience.

A Master of Professional Studies (MPS) is ideal for students who earned undergraduate degrees in non-business fields.

If your undergraduate major was in a field outside of business, earning your MPS in Management will allow you to build those core business skills at the graduate level.

(If you majored in business administration, accounting, marketing, or another related field, you may wish to explore the Johnson School’s MBA options .)

Our Faculty: Learn from Leading Scholars and Practitioners

As an MPS in Management student, you’ll learn from dedicated scholars and practitioners with a diverse range of academic and industry experience in asset management, edtech, decision making, behavioral research, machine learning, management communication, compensation, and other fields.

Learning and mentorship extend beyond our core MPS in Management faculty; the nature of our program encourages you to engage with subject matter experts from across the college of business, some of whom may even specialize in your area of interest.

Program Leadership: Meet Dr. Eric E. Lewis

Eric. E Lewis, PhD , brings a wealth of management and consulting experience to Cornell. As founding director of the MPS in Management program, he oversees day-to-day operations and works closely with program faculty and staff on student recruitment, advising, and career planning. Also a professor of practice within the college of business, Lewis teaches a variety of accounting-related courses at the graduate and undergraduate levels.

Here’s a brief snapshot of his academic and professional career:

Educational Background

Lewis earned an MBA in accounting and a PhD in engineering systems from Union College and a BS in finance from Siena College.

Industry Expertise

Prior to academia, Lewis was managing director for a boutique consulting agency and specialized in litigation support.

Research Interests

Lewis’s professional and academic research focuses primarily on business valuation and cryptocurrencies

Professional Affiliations

A member of the American Accounting Association, Lewis has served in committee and leadership roles within the organization

Close-Knit Community: The Student Experience at Johnson

From Sage Socials to study sessions to student organizations, you’ll find many ways to engage with your classmates, make meaningful connections, and build lasting friendships during your 10 months at the Johnson School.

At the Cornell Johnson Graduate School of Management and throughout the college of business, you’ll find a strong sense of community, from the classroom to the boardroom. You’ll be surrounded by bright and ambitious peers and a compassionate, dedicated faculty and staff—and plenty of resources for academic and professional support.

All of this learning and growing happens on one of the most beautiful and historic college campuses in the United States. Learning spaces at the Johnson School include Sage Hall, a Gothic-style building built in 1875, and the sleek and modern Breazzano Family Center for Business Education.

The vibrant college town of Ithaca, NY, has much to see and do near campus. Beyond city limits, you’ll find stunning scenery throughout the Finger Lakes Region.

Our MPS in Management Curriculum

Cornell’s MPS in Management starts with a core business curriculum. Then, you can build upon that foundation with electives and immersive experiences that match your professional interests.

The master’s in management program allows you to take classes and engage with faculty experts in the Charles H. Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management and the Cornell Peter and Stephanie Nolan School of Hotel Administration.

MPS in Management Core

Build your business acumen and develop key technical skills through foundational classes such as: 

• Financial Statement Analysis
• Managerial Economics
• Marketing Strategy
• Data Modeling
• Investments

Management Electives

Broaden your skills and develop specialized expertise with a vast array of electives from across the college of business, including:

• Global Strategy
• Organizational Behavior
• Innovation & Corporate Renewal
• Principles of Real Estate
• Valuation Principles
• AI for Marketing Strategy

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Admissions Criteria: Is the MPS in Management a Good Fit for Me?

The MPS in Management is best suited for students looking to gain core business skills or who are early in their careers and looking to advance. An undergraduate degree in business is not required, but candidates should have completed a business minor or its equivalent.

For Cornell Students

• Completion of bachelor’s degree
• Completion of Cornell’s business minor
• GMAT / GRE *

For Students outside of Cornell

• Coursework equivalent to Cornell’s business minor: introductory coursework in economics, statistics, business or management, financial accounting, finance, and marketing.

*For Cornellians who graduated with a business minor and achieved at least the minimum cumulative GPA required for admission to the MPS in Management program, application fees and testing are waived.

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Applying to the MPS: Admission Details, Dates, and Deadlines

Interested in applying to the Johnson School’s MPS in Management program? The application period opens on September 15, and you’ll have a few rounds of deadlines to consider.

The MPS in Management admissions page has more details about the process, including a deeper dive into selection criteria and a checklist of materials you’ll need to submit with your application.

• December 1 Round One
• January 15 Round Two
• March 1 Round Three
• April 15 Round Four

After round deadlines, applications will be received and reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

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Need More Details? Connect with Our Admissions Team

If you have questions about our MPS in Management program or want to explore the benefits of pursuing a master’s in business administration or a related graduate degree, our friendly and knowledgeable admissions team can help.

An Investment in You: Financing Your MPS in Management

Scholarships for graduate students.

All MPS in Management applicants are automatically considered* for merit-based scholarships. These awards range from $5,000 to $15,000 and are made possible by generous Johnson School alumni and friends. *We encourage you to apply during early rounds to ensure consideration.

Fellowships for Cornell Undergraduates

Reisch Fellowships sponsor a select number of undergraduate business students at Cornell who wish to pursue an MPS in Management at the Johnson School. 

These need-based awards require a separate application.

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MPS in Management Questions

What is an MPS in Management degree, and what can you do with it? What is the program like? We’ve gathered answers to some of our most common questions:

What Can I Do with a Master of Professional Studies in Management?

The MPS in Management program equips students with the business foundations and critical thinking skills needed to apply business concepts across a variety of disciplines. Graduates move into careers in financial services, consulting, technology, general management, and beyond.

What Is a Master of Professional Studies (MPS) Degree?

An MPS degree emphasizes practical skills for students interested in entering the workforce after graduation. The STEM-designated Master of Professional Studies (MPS) in Management program is an accredited, course-based, 10-month master’s program emphasizing professional development and core business skills

Is the MPS in Management Offered Online?

The MPS in Management is offered exclusively in a classroom format to facilitate a high level of interaction with faculty and colleagues.

Can My Undergraduate Degree Be in Any Major?

Yes, your undergraduate degree can be in any field, provided you excelled in your studies. The MPS in Management program prerequisite is an undergraduate minor in business (or equivalent coursework) with a major in any area of study. Students who majored in business at the undergraduate level may also be eligible for the MPS in Management if they are seeking to change their undergraduate specialization

Is There a Minimum GPA Required for Admission to the MPS in Management Program?

No. There is no minimum GPA required for admission to the MPS in Management program; however, we expect applicants to demonstrate their potential to excel in our rigorous academic environment. The average undergraduate GPA for admitted students in other Johnson School programs is about 3.4.

Is the GMAT or GRE Required?

All applicants are required to submit either the GMAT or GRE taken in the last 5 years.

Is Work Experience Necessary for Admission into the MPS in Management Program?

No. Students who have had internships at the undergraduate level will be attractive candidates for our MPS in Management .

May I Be Exempted from Certain Required Courses?

Yes. If you have completed some of our required curricula , graduate electives from any of the three schools in the Cornell SC Johnson College of Business may be substituted. Those with appropriate prior undergraduate coursework may substitute appropriate graduate management electives. Please visit our curriculum page for more information.

Where Will I Live While in the MPS in Management Program?

Graduate student housing is available on campus and off campus within walking or biking distance or on a local bus line. Please visit the graduate website for more information on housing and living in Ithaca.

Is It Possible to Have a Part-Time Job While Completing the MPS in Management?

The MPS in Management program is time intensive, and your studies will require your full attention. Teaching assistantships may be available to well-qualified candidates. We do not recommend off-campus work during the program

Is Student Visa Assistance Offered for International Students?

Yes. Cornell’s International Students and Scholars Office assists international students with student visa applications.

What Are the Minimum Scores on TOEFL/IELTS Exams?

The Cornell University Graduate School has minimum requirements for English Language Proficiency on its webpage . The Admissions Committee for the MPS in Management believes it is essential that applicants have fluency in the English language to be successful. The MPS in Management also accepts the Duolingo English Test. We require an overall score of 130 or higher on the Duolingo English Test. More information can be found on our Application Guide .

Next Steps: Start Your Application Today

Is a master’s in management degree from the Johnson School the right next step for your career? We encourage you to start your application today!

The first step is to register or log in to the Cornell Graduate Admissions website.

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A degree in Business and Marketing Education (BME) prepares you for a variety of careers, from positions in Fortune 500 companies, entrepreneurial startups, and international organizations, to nonprofit management. You will take courses in sales and marketing to gain a broad set of business skills.

"Take pride in how far you've come and have faith in how far you can go." Michael O'Toole BME BS program alum; Video Coordinator, Tampa Bay Rays

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This major's flexibility gives you the option to add an additional area of expertise. In CEHD, earn a minor or certificate in areas such as adult education, sales, or sport management.

Activate your potential

Our students are motivated to get a jumpstart on their careers. As a final part of your program you will complete at least one applied experience at a company or organization of your choice.

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CEHD's Career Services office meets you where you are in your career exploration. Career counselors guide you from orientation through graduation, providing resources and opportunities that will help you throughout your career. Career services include individual appointments, workshops on topics such as interviewing and networking, and employer events specific to your major.

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A Foundational Business Education.

The Master of Science in Management (MSM) at Piedmont University provides foundational business knowledge with a focus on management that is offered to students with bachelor’s degrees in any major. Students learn business fundamentals, contemporary best practices, and how to identify and address complex business challenges—fostering strategic thinking, leadership, and problem-solving abilities.

The MSM program will equip graduates with the knowledge and skills to lead teams, make strategic decisions, and drive organizational success. Students will have the chance to connect with peers, faculty, and industry professionals, creating valuable networking opportunities that can lead to future collaborations and job prospects. Coursework is delivered in a hybrid format, with some content delivered online and the rest in monthly, face-to-face executive sessions.

The program is ideal for students who have earned a four-year degree in any discipline and want to develop business acumen to complement or enhance their skillset. It is also suitable for students with professional experience who want to move into management. Work experience is not a requirement to enroll in the program. The Master of Science in Management degree is composed of six core classes and two electives, with only one prerequisite (statistics), and could be completed in one calendar year.

The Master of Science in Management is available for every undergraduate major offered at Piedmont University. Students with non-business degrees interested in management or administration may seamlessly move into graduate school without taking courses outside their area of interest.

What classes are required?

BUSA 6310 Strategic Leadership & Organizational Behavior

BUSA 5600 Managerial Business Analysis

BUSA 6829 Human Resource Management

BUSA 6030 Srategic Information Systems

BUSA 5610 Project & Operations Management

BUSA 6920 Business & Corporate Level Strategic Management

BUSA 6320 Entrepreneurship & Strategic Innovation

BUSA 6140 Liability Risks in Products & Services (Business Law)

BUSA 6330 Global Managerial Issues

BUSA 6700 Managerial Decision Making & Team Building

One additional 3-hour graduate-level elective

BUSA 2100 or equivalent

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Our people are at the heart of our solutions. They reflect the communities we live in and the world where we do business. Their diversity is our strength. We’re a community of relentless problem solvers that offers the daily opportunity to contribute with your perspective, transform industries and shape the future. Our purpose is simple – to deliver a sustainable future for the world through science and collaboration. If you’re looking for a challenge and meaningful role, you’re in the right place.

About you and this role – What you would do in this role

Dow’s Marketing Development Program (MDP) is an industry-respected training program for new graduates aspiring to join a collaborative Marketing Team. Every day, Dow Marketers make contributions to #TEAMDOW’s vision of becoming the most Inclusive, Sustainable, Customer-Centric and Innovative Material Science Company. A career with Dow’s Sales & Marketing organization promises to be rewarding, filled with experiences that will continue to challenge and grow your personal and professional passions.

Marketing Specialists act as subject matter experts in their area of responsibilities either within a business or aligned to global marketing. Working closely within their teams to define strategies and activities required to reach their growth objectives. Marketing Specialists provide expertise and guidance to execute supporting tactics to complete these activities while making the most effective and efficient use of available modern marketing tools, enablers, and technologies. They are also supported to develop new approaches to address business opportunities or challenges. They typically provide guidance, structure and capabilities to assist businesses in activities such as market research, rapid market assessments, digital applications, voice of customer/surveys, and data analysis.

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• A Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Marketing Research, Communications or other relevant business degree.
• A minimum GPA of 2.700 (4.000 scale).
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Veterinary and public health alumna wins United States Public Health Service’s Excellence in Public Health Award

November 3, 2023

Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine alumna Ella Rak '17, DVM '23, MPH '23 has won the 2023 Excellence in Public Health Award. This award, issued by the United States Public Health Service, recognizes outstanding work done during veterinary school. 

Rak graduated this spring with both her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine and her Master’s in Public Health. 

“Ella is one of the more impressive veterinary students I have ever worked with, and she has already impacted the lives of people and animals in profound and lasting ways. Ella embodies the true spirit of One Health, demonstrated by her ability to work effectively in both public health and veterinary settings, integrating her knowledge across disciplines and effectively building collaborations to serve her community,” said associate director of the Center for Public and Corporate Veterinary Medicine Cassidy Rist. 

In 2017, Rak graduated with bachelor’s degrees in dairy science and in animal and poultry science from Virginia Tech’s College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. 

Before entering the veterinary school, Rak served in the Peace Corps as an agricultural extension volunteer in Cameroon. There, she facilitated training for preventative care for ruminants and poultry in addition to organizing human health campaigns on topics like malaria education and HIV testing. 

In spring 2020, Rak began volunteering with the Medical Reserve Corps, administering COVID tests to the residents of long-term care facilities. She worked her way up to a full-time paid position as a case investigator for the New River Health District, where she investigated over 5,000 cases — all while juggling schoolwork for her dual degree program.  

Rak is passionate about improving access to care among ostracized communities such as undocumented communities, people experiencing homelessness, or people who use drugs. Her interest in working with marginalized communities started while she was in the Peace Corps, and that interest intensified as she learned more about these communities while working with the health department. 

"I'm thankful for Virginia Tech's public health program for facilitating a lot of these opportunities; I would not have been involved in the beginning stages of being in the medical reserve corps if not for the public health department and the mentorship and support that the program gave me,” said Rak. 

Rak says that the projects that meant the most to her were the work she did with the Street Dog Coalition and the Harm Reduction Coalition.  

She cofounded the Street Dog Coalition’s Southwest Virginia Chapter and organized teams of volunteers to provide veterinary care and community health services to people experiencing homelessness. 

Her work with the Harm Reduction Coalition was inspired while working at a day shelter for people experiencing homelessness — some people wanted to learn how they could keep their pets safe while they were using substances. 

Rak led a team of public health students working with Virginia Harm Reduction Coalition to develop field trainings and guidelines for how laypeople can administer Naloxone to pets who have consumed or otherwise been exposed to drugs. 

Rak experienced firsthand how providing veterinary care can also provide an opportunity for human health interventions. For example, while administering a rabies vaccine, veterinary professionals can explain to the dog’s owner about how vaccines work, combating misinformation and promoting human health. 

"That opened up a lot of doors about ways we can create healthcare interventions that aren't necessarily centered around just the pet or the person,” Rak said. “If we can look at them as a unit, we can have overall improved health outcomes.” 

Rak was the first veterinary student in the Emergency Response Branch of the Centers for Disease Control’s Epi Elective Program. The Epi Elective Program is a training program for people pursuing advanced degrees, and it allowed Rak to see public health in action on a national scale. 

"I'm really proud of the variety of experiences I was able to have. I think it made me a very well-rounded public health professional, even though I've taken a different path,” said Rak. 

Having graduated this past May, Rak is now an emergency veterinarian in Richmond, Virginia. However, public health is still a priority. 

"I’m really passionate about continuing to have a public health and community-based approach even when working one-on-one with clients — whether that's through opioid education, being able to discuss accidental exposures with clients, or working with clients who are experiencing housing insecurity themselves.” Rak said. “No matter what setting you're in, you can still make an impact in public health and on the community as a whole."

Written by Sarah Boudreau M.F.A. '21, a writer with the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine.

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