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Master of Business
Administration (MBA) in
Behavioral Economics Specialization

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Overview

This specialization prepares students to understand individual and group deviations from economic theory as they relate to social, cultural, emotional, cognitive, and psychological factors. Focus on leadership and decision making. Decision making is explored in the context of managerial economic theory. Further, psychological aspects of economics are evaluated. Included is a consideration of global aspects of behavioral economics. Graduates are prepared to serve in a variety of fields involving leadership, economic decision making and complex analysis of human behavior.

Specialization Requirements

Class-based Specialization Courses

  • BHE 500 Managerial Economics and Lead 4.50
  • BHE 501 Psychology of Economics 4.50
  • BHE 502 Behavioral Eco in Global 4.50

1-on-1 Specialization Courses

  • BHE 5000 – Managerial Economics and Leadership Decision Making
  • BHE 5001 – Psychology of Economics
  • BHE 5002 – Behavioral Economics in Global Context

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

  • Analyze leadership decision making from the perspective of managerial economics.
  • Evaluate the operation of psychological processes in economic principles.
  • Assess behavioral economics concepts in global context.
Program Disclosure

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