Dr. Katherine Burson

Associate Professor

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Biography

Katherine Burson explores judgment and decision making in consumer behavior, specifically examining systematic biases in self-assessment, such as over- and under-estimation of ability and their effects on product choice. Her research focuses on self-other differences related to these biases and the antecedents of biases in consumer decisions. Katherine's work influences understanding of how cognitive biases affect market behaviors and consumer outcomes, providing insights that can benefit businesses and policymakers alike.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Michigan

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:84
GRE General
Verbal
Required:155
Verbal Percentile
Required:50
Quantitative
Required:168
Quantitative Percentile
Required:50
Analytical Writing
Required:3.6
Writing Percentile
Required:50
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in engineering, physics, or mathematics Calculus Physics
Application Checklist
  • Rackham Graduate School Application
  • Official Transcripts
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Personal Statement
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science