Dr. Soeren Mattke

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Biography

Soeren Mattke is a Professor in the Department of Economics at the University of Southern California. He holds multiple degrees, including an Sc.D. from Harvard University, an M.P.H. from Harvard University, and an M.D. from the University of Munich. His extensive career spans various roles in research and clinical practice. Mattke has served as the Managing Director at RAND from 2009 to 2018 and has held positions such as Manager at Bain & Company and Senior Scientist at RAND. Additionally, he was an Administrator for the Health Unit at the OECD and has been involved in research at the University of Munich. His diverse experience reflects a strong commitment to advancing knowledge in economics and health policy.

Research Interests

Experience

Managing Director

2009-09-01 — 2018-03-01

RAND • Santa Monica, CA

Oversaw various projects and initiatives at RAND.

Manager

2008-08-01 — 2009-09-01

Bain & Company • Boston, MA

Managed consulting projects focused on healthcare.

Senior Scientist

2003-10-01 — 2008-08-01

RAND • Santa Monica, CA

Conducted scientific research on health processes and efficiencies.

Administrator, Health Unit

2002-01-01 — 2003-09-01

OECD • Paris, France

Managed health policy initiatives across member countries.

Associate

2000-06-01 — 2001-12-01

Abt Associates • Cambridge, MA

Assisted in research related to health services.

Graduate Research Assistant

1996-06-01 — 2000-06-01

Harvard University • Cambridge, MA

Supported faculty research in public health.

Research Fellow

1992-06-01 — 1996-06-01

Cardiac Electrophysiology, University of Munich • Munich, Germany

Conducted research in cardiac health and technology.

Requirements for University of Southern California

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
GRE General
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Math, or Hard Science
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Personal Statement
  • Resume/CV
  • Letters of Recommendation (not required for MS CS, but allowed)
Specialization Notes

GRE is NOT required for Master's applicants for 2025-2026.