The University of Pennsylvania’s Master of Behavioral and Decision Sciences (MBDS) is informed by contemporary theories and research methods of behavioral economics, decision sciences, network analysis, and public policy. Our program equips students with theoretical and practical tools to address a variety of real-life problems, putting you ahead of the curve in a growing field of study.
- Founding Director Cristina Bicchieri
MBDS students, supported by MBDS faculty, work to translate academic research, theoretical foundations, and applied frameworks into actionable insights towards a client-focused problem. The objective of the Design Challenge is to highlight students’ training and diverse skill sets adopted from the MBDS program by applying behavioral insights to industry questions in an immersive and actionable format. Our goal is to create opportunities for our students and industry affiliates to integrate cutting-edge knowledge in the fields of behavioral economics, decision sciences, network analysis, and public policy into real-life problems and situations.
The MBDS program allows you to:
Our Advisory Board features exceptional thought leaders, strategists, and innovators from around the world who represent a range of industries and sectors. Together, we co-create opportunities such as workshops, conferences, executive trainings, professional development, and employer-driven projects. The board’s expertise and guidance ensure that our program stays abreast of the ever-changing needs of the workforce.
