Dr. Hovig Tchalian

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Hovig Tchalian is an Assistant Professor of Clinical Entrepreneurship at USC Marshall. His research focuses on how social conversations and new technologies impact market emergence, particularly in the context of e-commerce and specialty goods. Tchalian studies the strategic categorization efforts of automakers in the slow-growth Electric Vehicle (EV) category and the influence of digital technologies on upscale handicrafts. He has developed computational methods for studying large-scale emergence and has co-authored well-cited papers utilizing topic modeling to enhance understanding in the field. His insights are frequently featured in mainstream media, where he discusses market trends and strategic responses of industries to socioeconomic changes. With a keen interest in the socio-cultural meanings of markets, Tchalian explores the authenticity and status within niche segments like high-end coffee and premium whiskey. He actively contributes to the academic community through publications and research initiatives aimed at advancing management scholarship.

Research Interests

Courses

Venture Feasibility Technology Feasibility Feasibility Analysis Founder's Dilemmas Technology Commercialization Venture Initiation Consulting Project Independent Research

Requirements for University of Southern California

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
GRE General
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Math, or Hard Science
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Personal Statement
  • Resume/CV
  • Letters of Recommendation (not required for MS CS, but allowed)
Specialization Notes

GRE is NOT required for Master's applicants for 2025-2026.