Dr. Ata Jami

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Ata Jami is a Marketing Research Assistant Professor at the Kellogg School of Management, Northwestern University. His research focuses on consumer judgment and decision-making, specifically examining how contextual cues and consumption settings impact consumers' sensory systems and perceptions. His work has been published in leading journals such as the Journal of Consumer Research, Journal of Marketing Research, Management Science, and the Journal of Experimental Psychology: General. Professor Jami received his PhD in Marketing from the University of Utah. He teaches courses that include Marketing Research, Consumer Behavior, and Negotiations Fundamentals. His diverse research interests have led him to explore the implications of psychological ownership on prosocial behavior, the effects of monetary versus in-kind aid on consumer attitude, and the influence of environmental factors on risk-taking behavior in consumer preferences. Attendees of his courses benefit from a strong foundation in negotiation strategy, integrating prescriptive and descriptive theories to enhance their conflict resolution skills.

Research Interests

Experience

Research Assistant Professor, Marketing

2018-01-01 — Present

Kellogg School of Management, Northwestern University • Evanston, IL

Conducts research in consumer behavior and teaches courses in marketing.

Visiting Assistant Professor, Marketing

2017-01-01 — 2018-01-01

Kellogg School of Management, Northwestern University • Evanston, IL

Taught marketing courses and contributed to academic research.

Awards

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Excellence Research Award

2016-01-01

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.