Dr. Herbert Hovenkamp

Professor

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Biography

Herbert Hovenkamp is the James G. Dinan University Professor, Legal Studies and Business Ethics at the Wharton School, and also a Professor of Law at the University of Pennsylvania. He is a recognized authority in the fields of antitrust law, legal history, business, patents, and innovation. His significant contributions to the field have earned him the title of 'the dean of American antitrust law' by The New York Times in 2011. In recognition of his extensive work in antitrust law, he was awarded the John Sherman Award by the Antitrust Division of the Department of Justice in 2008, honoring his outstanding achievements over the decade that significantly contributed to protecting American consumers and preserving economic liberty. Additionally, he has been appointed as a fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences and the American Council of Learned Societies. His expertise aids in crafting educational programs like 'Pricing Strategies: Measuring, Capturing, Retaining Value,' wherein he teaches strategies to maximize profits by effectively applying strategic pricing tools and understanding consumer psychology.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Pennsylvania

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.6
GRE General
Verbal
Required:162
Quantitative
Required:162
Overall
Required:162
GMAT
Total Score
Required:728
Overall
Required:728
TOEFL
Total
Required:115
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or equivalent Strong quantitative background
Application Checklist
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  • Statement of Purpose
  • Essays
Specialization Notes

Wharton Doctoral programs cover fields like Finance, Marketing, Management, and Operations, Information and Decisions.