MIT Economics

Business Profile

Core Value Proposition

MIT Economics provides leading economic research and education, delivering PhD programs, Master’s programs, and Undergraduate programs along with policy-relevant scholarship, seminars, and publications to address global challenges.

Target Customer

{"Prospective undergraduate students","Prospective master’s and PhD students","Current students and alumni","Faculty and researchers","Policy makers and government partners","Donors and philanthropic supporters"}

Key Differentiator

One of the world’s leading centers for economic research and education with award-winning faculty, Nobel Prize connections, and a robust ecosystem of labs, centers, publications, and policy-relevant work.

Implementation Timeline

Not specified in the provided content; program durations and time-to-value are not listed. Programs exist at undergraduate, master’s, and PhD levels with ongoing seminars and research outputs.

Pain Points

1Access to world-class economic research and education.
2Structured graduate training and career placement in economics.
3Ongoing opportunities to engage with cutting-edge seminars and policy-relevant insights.

Key Features

1PhD Program
2Master’s Programs (including Master’s in Data, Economics, and Design of Policy; MEng in CS, Economics, and Data Science)
3Undergraduate Programs (Majors, Minor and Concentrations)
4Publications & Papers (research outputs in leading journals)
5Labs & Centers (research hubs and affiliated groups)
6Events & Seminars (regular research seminars across subfields)
7Job Market (career placement resources)
8Giving Opportunities (funds to support research and students)

Target Customer Industries

Decision Makers

1Department Head
2Associate Department Head
3Director, Administration and Finance
4Undergraduate Administrator

Client Results

1Publication in top economics journals (e.g., Quarterly Journal of Economics, Econometrica)
2Recognition of MIT economists as Clarivate Citation Laureates (2025)
3Nobel Prize recognition connected to MIT Economics (Angrist 2021)

Competitive Advantages

1World-class faculty and award-winning research
2Strong lineage of Nobel Prize–affiliated work and recognition
3Active labs, centers, and policy-relevant research
4Extensive publication record in premier journals
5Dedicated programs across undergraduate, graduate, and PhD levels with career and funding pathways

Key Benefits

1Access to leading economists and world-class research outputs

2Rigorous academic programs spanning undergraduate to PhD levels

3Policy-relevant, real-world research informing public discourse

4Diverse seminars, events, and collaboration opportunities

5Opportunities for funding and philanthropy to support faculty and students

Case Studies & Success Stories

Angrist Nobel Prize 2021 celebration

Case #1

Past Nobel laureates from MIT Economics celebrate Josh Angrist's 2021 Nobel Prize, reflecting the department's prestige.

David Autor and Sendhil Mullainathan named 2025 Clarivate Citation Laureates

Case #2

Recognition of MIT economists' impact in 2025, signaling high research influence of the department.

Student spotlight: Improving the workplace of the future

Case #3

Highlight of student achievements and the potential real-world impact of MIT Economics research on workplaces.

Additional Product Information

Product Description

Department of Economics at MIT offering economics research and education, including PhD, Master’s, and Undergraduate programs; research labs and centers; publications; seminars; and donor opportunities.

Target Market

Prospective and current students (undergrad, master’s, PhD), faculty and researchers, policymakers, donors and partners

Unique Value Proposition

A premier, highly interconnected Economics department with award-winning faculty, Nobel Prize–level prestige, extensive research outputs, and a strong ecosystem of education, labs, and policy impact.

Technical Requirements

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Pricing Model

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