Dr. Ali Abbas

Professor

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Biography

Ali E. Abbas is a Professor in the Department of Industrial Systems Engineering at the University of Southern California's Viterbi School of Engineering, with a joint appointment in the USC Price School of Public Policy. He served as the Director of the Neely Center for Ethical Leadership and Decision-Making and has worked extensively in the area of risk economic analysis concerning terrorism events. Dr. Abbas came to USC after holding the position of Art Davis Faculty Scholar at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where he was also a lecturer in Management Science and Engineering at Stanford University. His research is primarily focused on decision analysis, risk analysis, and multiattribute utility theory. He has authored several significant publications and books in these subjects and serves as an associate editor for multiple journals. Dr. Abbas is also the founder of Ahoona, a decision-making social network, and is actively involved in consulting and advisory roles across various sectors.

Research Interests

Awards

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IEEE Systems Council Distinguished Lecturer

2024-01-01
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IEEE Systems Journal Prize Award

2019-01-01
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Decision Analysis Runner Publication Award

2015-01-01
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National Science Foundation I-Corps Award

2012-01-01
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Outstanding Teaching Award

2009-01-01
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National Science Foundation CAREER Award

2008-01-01

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:100
GRE General
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in engineering or related science
Application Checklist
  • Official transcripts
  • GRE General scores
  • TOEFL scores (International)
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Personal Statement
Specialization Notes

Requires general GRE for all graduate degrees.