Dr. Bowen Lou

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Professor Lou’s research primarily lies at the intersection of economics, artificial intelligence (AI), innovation, and entrepreneurship. He is extremely passionate about studying emerging technology-enabled phenomena in business and society, with a focus on areas such as AI, big data analytics, digital platforms, FinTech, and healthcare. He explores the new waves of digitization and technological innovation, examining a wide spectrum of industry sectors while collaborating with leading analytics companies to track trends in technology and labor innovation. By linking macro patterns to micro activities, Professor Lou employs a variety of interdisciplinary methodologies, including bioinformatics, econometrics, game-theoretical modeling, randomized field experiments, machine learning, and network analysis. He aims to provide insights into how technology influences business practices and economic structures, contributing to a deeper understanding of the relationship between technology and society.

Research Interests

Courses

DSO-428 Essentials of Digital Frontiers

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.