Dr. Hio Lam

Instructor

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Biography

Hio Tong Lam is an adjunct professor of accounting at the University of Southern California with 10 years of professional experience as a Tax Director at PwC. His expertise specializes in corporate taxation, encompassing a broad range of tax advisory and compliance services. He integrates practical insights from his professional experience into his teaching to enhance the learning experience for his students.

Research Interests

Corporate Taxation Tax Advisory Services Tax Compliance

Experience

Tax Director

— Present

PwC •

Specializing in corporate taxation and providing a broad range of tax advisory and compliance services.

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.