Certificate in Behavioral Economics

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Program Overview

The Certificate in Behavioral Economics program is designed for working adults interested in increasing their knowledge of psychological perspectives of human decision making, risk assessment, and consumer behavior.  This program blends behavioral economics and business psychology to provide a unique alternative to a traditional MBA, with a foundation in advanced psychology that addresses broader business applications to decision making, negotiation, marketing, and consumer behavior. The curriculum begins with an introduction and overview to the fundamentals of behavioral economics. Students may then tailor their coursework by choosing two electives which best suit their professional goals.

Students may complete the Certificate in Behavioral Economics and apply the courses towards the MA Behavioral Economics  degree, or the non-degree seeking student may take nine credits in order to enhance their knowledge and expertise in the field.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful of this program students will be able to:

Professional Practice

• Generate solutions through the application of theory to the individual, group and organization including: the ability to interpret and synthesize research and theory using process consultation, assessment, and interventions.
• Relate information in Oral and Written communication that is grammatically correct, logical, succinct and of publishable quality.
• Manage relationships with others to enhance quality of work products rather than diminish work products including: managing conflict.

Admission Requirements

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Application to The Chicago School’s Certificate in Behavioral Economics program is open to any person who has earned a bachelor’s degree from an institutionally accredited institution and who meets other entrance requirements. Applicants will be judged on their overall ability to do graduate work.  

Factors and materials to be considered for admission will include: 

• Completed application and $50 application fee  
• Generally, an undergraduate GPA 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale. 
• Official Transcripts  

• Students must submit official transcripts from all schools where a degree was earned.  
• It is recommended that transcripts are submitted from all schools where credit was received to enhance their applications. 

Applicants with a cumulative GPA below 3.0 are required to submit additional documentation. 

• Resume/CV or Work History (e.g. employer letter, LinkedIn profile, or other document that reflects the applicant’s work history)  
• Personal Statement (between 250 and 500 words for each question) 

• Please describe a challenge that you navigated successfully and how you will use what you have learned from that experience to be successful in your program. 
• How will the successful completion of this program support your professional career goals? 

Applicant Notification

The Chicago School reviews applications on a rolling basis. Once review begins, complete applications will be considered by the Admission Committee and applicants will be notified regarding the admission decision. The Chicago School does not share information or provide any feedback regarding admission decisions.

If a student is offered admission, in order to secure a place in the incoming class, a non-refundable tuition deposit of $250 will be required by the deposit deadline indicated in the offer of admission. The non-refundable deposit will be applied in full toward the student’s tuition upon enrollment.

Policies

The following policies are located under Academic Policies and Procedures : Academic Calendar, Admissions Requirements, Attendance, Satisfactory Academic Progress, Service Learning, and Transfer Credit/Course Waiver. Click the link above for detailed information.