Dr. Yann Cornil

Associate Professor

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Biography

Yann Cornil is an Associate Professor at the UBC Sauder School of Business, specializing in Marketing. He completed his BA at Sciences Po Lille, followed by an MSc at HEC Paris and a PhD at INSEAD. His research interests encompass Food Marketing, Hedonic Consumption, and Sensory Perception, contributing to numerous publications in reputed journals such as the Journal of Consumer Research and the Journal of Marketing. Throughout his career, he has collaborated with other scholars to explore various aspects of consumer behavior and marketing strategies. Cornil is dedicated to advancing the understanding of how consumer perceptions influence purchasing decisions, particularly in the context of food marketing. He teaches courses on Experiments in Causal Inference and Consumer Behaviour, where he aims to equip students with a deep understanding of the psychological factors that drive consumer choices. He is actively engaged in academic discourse, sharing insights derived from his extensive research in the marketing domain.

Research Interests

Courses

Experiments in Causal Inference (MBAN) Consumer Behaviour (BCom)

Requirements for University of British Columbia

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Philosophy or related field 3 credits in formal logic 6 credits at the upper level in history of philosophy 3 credits at the upper level in ethics or value theory 6 credits at the upper level in metaphysics, epistemology, or philosophy of science
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Application fee
  • Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Writing sample (15-20 pages)
  • Statement of intent
  • Evidence of English language proficiency
Specialization Notes

Offers course-only and thesis routes. Focus areas include philosophy of science, mind, ethics, and Asian philosophy.