Dr. Michael Callen

Associate Professor

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Biography

Michael Callen is an Associate Professor in the Department of Economics at the London School of Economics. His research expertise includes Development Economics, Political Economy, and Behavioral Economics. He is the Co-Director of the IGC State Effectiveness Research Programme and holds the position of Affiliate of STICERD Development Economics. Callen has engaged in significant studies, including a recent project examining the impact of digital humanitarian aid on vulnerable populations in Afghanistan. In addition to his research, he contributes to academic discourse through his role on the Editorial Board of VoxDev. He teaches interdisciplinary research seminars and has a strong focus on issues of economic development and state fragility. Callen's work has been published in various academic journals and he actively participates in lectures and public discussions to disseminate his findings.

Research Interests

Courses

EC240: PPE Interdisciplinary Research Seminar

Requirements for London School of Economics

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
GRE General
Quantitative
Required:164
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Advanced Calculus Linear Algebra Econometrics and Statistics Intermediate Macroeconomics Intermediate Microeconomics
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

Department of Economics