Dr. Aparna Labroo

Professor

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Biography

Aparna Labroo is a Professor of Marketing at the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University. She combines academic rigor with practical experience, with an extensive academic background that includes positions at the University of Toronto and Chicago Booth. Known for her work in consumer judgment and decision-making, she leverages psychological insights to help organizations influence consumer behavior. Labroo's research interests lie in discovering how emotions affect consumer choices and brand preferences, particularly in contexts requiring self-control. She has received multiple accolades for her teaching, including the J. Keith Murnighan Outstanding Professor Award and the Chair’s Core Course Teaching Award. Her research has been featured in renowned media outlets and top academic journals, contributing significantly to the field of consumer psychology. Labroo has also served in various editorial capacities for leading journals, shaping the future of this academic discipline.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2013-01-01 — Present

Northwestern University • Evanston, IL

Serves as a faculty member specializing in Marketing.

Patricia C. Ellison Professor of Marketing

2011-01-01 — 2013-01-01

University of Toronto • Toronto, ON

Held a prestigious professorship and contributed to Marketing research and education.

Associate Professor

2007-01-01 — 2011-01-01

University of Chicago • Chicago, IL

Taught advanced Marketing courses and conducted research on consumer behavior.

Assistant Professor

2003-01-01 — 2007-01-01

University of Chicago • Chicago, IL

Engaged in teaching and research in Marketing.

Awards

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J. Keith Murnighan Outstanding Professor Award

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Chair Core Course Teaching Award

Requirements for Northwestern University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
U.S. Bachelor's degree or equivalent
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Specialization Notes

Standard PhD requirements for TGS departments including Chemistry, Physics, and Sociology.