QS Rank:

12

University of California Berkeley

California
,United States

Program Name
PhD in Marketing
Overview

Total Tuition Fees
$1,40,000

Duration
60 Months

Median Salary
$1,10,000
Ranking
#4
US World and News Report
#12
QS World University Rankings

Intake
Fall ( Sept - Nov )
Class Profile

Class Size
25

Average Age
28

Average Work Experience
2 Years
Diversity
Others:
10%United States:
35%International:
25%California:
30%Career Outcomes

Median Earnings After Graduation
$1,10,000 / year
Prospective Job Roles
Assistant Professor
Marketing Specialist
Marketing Analyst
College Professor
Marketing Communications Manager
Multicultural Marketing Manager
Digital Marketing Specialist
Marketing Manager
consulatant
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Eligibility Criteria

Accepted fields include Marketing, Marketing Management, Marketing and Brand Management, Marketing and Business Management.

At least 3 / 4 undergraduate GPA is expected.

At least 16 years of bachelor degree.

At least 24 months of full-time professional experience after graduation.
English Proficiency Tests
TOEFL
90

IELTS
7

Application Requirements
Here's everything you need to know to ensure a complete and competitive application—covering the key documents and criteria for a successful submission.

Application Fee: 155

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Master SOP

Passport

IELTS

Resume

Academic LOR

Professional LOR
Application Deadlines
| Final | |
|---|---|
| Fall | Dec 3, 2025 |
Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees
$28,000 / year

Overall Cost
$43,000 / year
FAQs
- Graduates typically move into academic positions at universities, while others work in research institutions, think tanks, consulting, and analytical roles in industry.
- Major areas include consumer behavior, quantitative marketing, judgment and decision-making, behavioral economics, data analytics, and empirical modeling.
- The program includes coursework in marketing, economics, psychology, statistics, and research methodology, followed by research papers, qualifying exams, teaching requirements, and a dissertation.
- Applicants need a strong academic background, research interest, letters of recommendation, a statement of purpose, and competitive test scores if required. Prior training in economics, psychology, mathematics, statistics, or business is beneficial.
- The program focuses on developing strong research skills, analytical capabilities, and deep theoretical knowledge in marketing, with emphasis on both behavioral and quantitative research.
- The PhD in Marketing at UC Berkeley is a research-intensive doctoral program designed to train scholars in quantitative marketing, consumer behavior, and interdisciplinary research for academic careers.
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