Dr. Abbass Sharif

Instructor

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Biography

Abbass Sharif specializes in statistical computing and data visualization. He has developed and published new multivariate visualization techniques for functional data and is currently working on visualization techniques to study brain activity using data collected through near-infrared spectroscopy technology. Professor Sharif teaches various statistics courses that cover introductory statistics, data analysis, decision-making, and advanced modern statistical learning techniques.

Research Interests

Statistical Computing Data Visualization Multivariate Visualization Techniques Functional Data Brain Activity Measurement

Courses

Evaluating Business Performance Fundamentals of Business Introduction to Business Analytics

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.