Dr. Andrew Dillon

Associate Professor

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Biography

Andrew Dillon is a Research Associate Professor at Kellogg School of Management specializing in development economics. He focuses on enhancing productivity and welfare in low- and middle-income countries through the establishment of causal relationships in various sectors. His current research examines market organization and productivity-enhancing investments that households make, with a particular emphasis on health, nutrition, agricultural technologies, and education. He has executed ongoing projects in several West African countries, collaborating with governments, private sector firms, and NGOs. Dillon's work has led to the scaling of innovations aimed at improving agricultural markets. He actively seeks to teach and develop curricula addressing social impact at Kellogg, integrating impact analytics into strategic decision-making processes. His teaching responsibilities include courses on global initiatives management and the impacts of climate change on society. Dillon holds a Bachelor's degree in Political and Social Thought and Economics from the University of Virginia, as well as a Ph.D. in Applied Economics and Management from Cornell University.

Research Interests

Experience

Research Associate Professor

— Present

Kellogg School of Management • Evanston, IL

Specializing in development economics and focusing on productivity and welfare improvements in low- and middle-income countries.

Requirements for Northwestern University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
U.S. Bachelor's degree or equivalent
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Specialization Notes

Standard PhD requirements for TGS departments including Chemistry, Physics, and Sociology.