MIT TPP 2020

[TPP2020]

Creating a thread for the MIT Technology and Policy program for fall 2020, let's share experiences and tips.

[RA679]

Hi, I'm applying for MIT TPP program 2020 (Supply chain and logistics). Let's share our credentials!
 

Bachelors: Mechatronics and Control Engineering
GPA: 3.62/4.0

One researched paper (currently unpublished) in supply chain operations

Two years of experience in supply chain at a multi-national FMCG. 

[C_Raymond]

Does anyone have resources on how to compare TPP with other policy programs in terms of reputation/ job prospects after graduation/ phd possibilities/ etc...? It looks like a fabulous program that is well aligned with my interests and technical background (and MIT is obviously a top tier school), but I am wondering if I may be better off taking quant electives/concentrations at a more established policy school? I've been accepted to the University of Chicago's MPP so that is the baseline right now.

 

 

[Jhonny456&]

@C_Raymond You may want to check this out.

https://medium.com/@aufar.di.sini/policy-and-policy-related-terminal-master-program-with-high-chance-of-full-funding-fd242bc37e7

If you plan on doing PhD after graduation, TPP is the best option, it is a research based program. Student usually works as research assistant for 2 years, and it is not uncommon for TPP students to publish in peer-reviewed journal. And also, the relationship that you build with your academic advisor is stronger, because you will work closely with him/her for 2 years. There are quite a few TPP alumni who become faculty at MIT ( Alexandre Jacquillat, Valerie Karplus, Danielle Wood, Dava Newman, etc.)

Hope this helps.

Edited February 10, 2020 by Jhonny456&