Dr. Jonah Berger

Associate Professor

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Biography

Jonah Berger is an Associate Professor of Marketing at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. He is a world-renowned expert in the fields of consumer behavior, social influence, and viral marketing. His research delves into how consumer decision-making is affected by social contagion and the dynamics of word of mouth. Berger has published numerous articles in top-tier academic journals and teaches highly-rated online courses, making significant appearances in prominent media outlets such as The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and Harvard Business Review. An internationally bestselling author, he has written books like 'Contagious: How to Make Ideas Catch On,' which has sold over half a million copies in 30 languages, and 'Invisible Influence: The Hidden Forces that Shape Behavior.' In addition to his academic pursuits, he keynotes major conferences like SXSW and Cannes Lions, and consults for leading companies including Apple, Google, and Coca-Cola. His courses, such as the Digital Leadership Certificate Program and the Digital Marketing Certificate Program, are designed to equip leaders to navigate the rapidly evolving landscape of digital business.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

Wharton School • Philadelphia, PA

Teaches courses on marketing and consumer behavior, including a high-rated online course.

Courses

Digital Leadership Certificate Program Digital Marketing Certificate Program

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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  • Essays
Specialization Notes

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