Behavioral Economics

Nudging to Shape Decisions

Unlock the value of understanding the human dynamics of choice and
decision-making.

Over eight weeks, you’ll explore the role biases, fallacies, and heuristics play in decision-making. Upon completing the program, you’ll be equipped with conceptual frameworks and actionable tactics for applying insights from behavioral economics to improve outcomes.

90 %

What percentage of the decisions people make are based on emotion?

95 %

What percentage of purchasing decisions are subconscious?

100 %

What percentage of business leaders can capitalize on their understanding of behavioral economics?

Whatever your industry, drive better results and create long-lasting value.

Distinctive Online Learning Features

FLEXIBLE METHOD

Our online learning method adapts to your schedule, commitments, and needs. In addition to self-paced content, our programs incorporate knowledge checks, interactive discussion boards, simulations and live sessions to bring content to life.

USER-FRIENDLY PLATFORM

Navigate program content with ease using a simple interface that offers a seamless learning experience.

TAILORED GUIDANCE

Throughout the program, you’ll be accompanied by an expert mentor to answer your questions and provide feedback on your work.

Your Chicago Booth Professor

Devin G. Pope

Steven G. Rothmeier Professor of Behavioral Science and Economics/Robert King Steel Faculty Fellow

Professor Devin Pope is a behavioral economist who researches a variety of topics at the intersection of economics and psychology. He earned his PhD in Economics from UC Berkeley in 2007 and a BA in Economics from Brigham Young University in 2002.

By completing this program, you’ll...

Certificate of Completion

Upon program completion, you'll also...

Have learned from a world-class faculty within a university associated with 99 Nobel laureates.

Be awarded a certificate of completion and a digital credential of your accomplishment.

Become a member of the global Chicago Booth Executive Education network.

Program Modules

Faculty-Led Live-Online Sessions

This program features three live-online sessions—a unique opportunity to put theory into practice immediately to amplify your learning and see results. These required sessions not only offer an opportunity to reflect and receive real-time feedback with faculty and peers, but also integrate interactive elements that can only be taught in a live environment. Participants are expected to attend at least two of the three live sessions to maximize their growth. If a participant is unable to attend a session, an extra asynchronous assignment must be submitted to complete the program.

This program is an excellent fit for:

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