About the course

The doctoral program of study is full-time and year-round, it generally requires four to five years to complete. To be successful in the program, a high level of commitment is necessary. Students are therefore expected to reside in Seattle and be full time participants in the program. With guidance from faculty mentors, PhD students will create a personalized program of study that includes a major area of specialization and at least two minor areas of specialization. In addition to coursework, each department holds regular seminars where students and faculty review and critique current research in the field.

　　The subject of marketing is concerned with the exchange process between individuals and organizations. The objective of the doctoral program is to gain an understanding of how this process develops and evolves. Also, research methods for improving the practice of marketing for the benefit of organizations and institutions, consumers, and society are investigated. Most doctoral students accept academic positions upon completion. In addition to recommended course work, students participate in research projects, either individually or jointly with faculty or fellow students, and write an original dissertation. Current faculty interests in marketing include theoretical and institutional aspects of (1) product policies, (2) managing advertising and other forms of promotion, (3) establishing and managing distribution systems, (4) pricing decisions, (5) strategic planning, (6) competitive analysis, (7) consumer decision making, (8) marketing research and data analysis, (9) marketing organizations, (10) international marketing, and (11) social and political issues. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 8 Semester(s)Fees: US$126,120

Intake	Location
Autumn (September), 2024	Seattle
Autumn (September), 2025	Seattle

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Washington

Please submit one official transcript from each university you have attended only when we have offered admission. The transcript should be sealed in an envelope with the school registrar’s signature across the seal and sent to us unopened. Please note that international applicants have to submit another official transcript to Graduate School Admissions when admitted. Reporting an English language proficiency test score with the following minimum score: TOEFL iBT: 92.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 92.0

　　

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