MicroMasters in Data, Economics, and Development Policy

The MITx MicroMasters credential in Data, Economics, and Development Policy equips learners with the practical skills and theoretical knowledge to tackle some of the most pressing challenges facing developing countries and the world’s poor. Through a series of five online courses and in-person exams, learners will gain a strong foundation in microeconomics, development economics, probability and statistics, and engage with cutting-edge research in the field.

Name of Parent Organization

Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab (J-PAL)

Name of Resource

Owner, Founder, or Sponsor

Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)

Year Founded

2017

Typical Use Case

Enterprises interested in deepening their research and evaluation capacity can enroll in this five-course MicroMasters, taught by MIT professors, to earn a MicroMasters credential from MIT and a chance to complete a full masters degree in the MIT economics department. This may be a particularly exciting opportunity for those individuals with non-traditional educational backgrounds who are looking for a relatively inexpensive way to earn a postgraduate credential.

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