Metaeconomics as a framework for multiple criteria decision analysis in management: A restructured analysis

Abstract This paper establishes metaeconomics as a systematic methodological framework for economic analysis that transcends neoclassical limitations through Multiple Criteria Decision Analysis (MCDA). We define metaeconomics as a meta-systemic construct providing general and specifical regulative principles, criteria, and analytical tools for addressing complex socioeconomic phenomena involving intangible assets, universal sustainability considerations, and multi-objective optimization. The framework demonstrates empirical relevance through applications in global competitiveness assessment, sustainable development evaluation, and innovation policy analysis. The paper’s key contributions: providing a philosophical foundation, methodological innovation, and empirical validation of the use of MCDA as a practical toolkit for addressing 21st-century economic challenges is the core message. The author attempts to bridge high-level philosophical critiques with concrete, operationalizable methods, making a compelling case for a more holistic and quality approach to economic analysis and management.