Why should I enroll in the DEDP MicroMasters Program?

Enrolling in the Data, Economics, and Design of Policy (DEDP) MicroMasters Program offers several compelling reasons. Here are the key benefits:

1. Focus on Evidence-Based Policy and Results-Driven Development: The international development community now emphasizes evidence-based policy and results-driven development. Acquiring stronger technical skills, particularly in rigorous empirical work using microdata, has become crucial for professionals in governments, NGOs, foundations, and international agencies. By enrolling in the DEDP MicroMasters Program, you gain the tools and skills necessary to understand and address the challenges faced by the world's poor.

2. High-Quality Education from MIT Faculty: The DEDP MicroMasters Program provides access to courses taught by faculty members from MIT's renowned economics department and J-PAL, a world leader in policy-relevant research. You can learn from these experts regardless of your location and on your own schedule.

3. Cost-Effective Alternative: Compared to traditional Master's programs in the field, the DEDP MicroMasters Program offers a more affordable option. It allows you to obtain a certificate demonstrating your mastery of economics principles, randomized evaluations design, and data analysis applications at a fraction of the cost.

4. Pathway to MIT Department of Economics Master's Program: MicroMasters credential holders are eligible to apply to the MIT Department of Economics: Master's program in Data, Economics, and Design of Policy. In fact, only DEDP credential holders can apply for this program. Performance in the online courses and proctored exams significantly influences the admissions process. Upon admission, you will arrive at MIT's campus in Cambridge with one semester of coursework completed online, expediting your Master's program. After just two terms (one spring semester and one summer semester), you can earn an MIT graduate degree by completing your Capstone Experience.

By enrolling in the DEDP MicroMasters Program, you gain access to a comprehensive and flexible educational experience, acquire in-demand skills for the development sector, and unlock opportunities for further academic advancement at MIT.