Dr. Michael Cusumano

Professor

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Biography

Michael Cusumano is a distinguished professor at the MIT Sloan School of Management and the faculty director of the Martin Trust Center for MIT Entrepreneurship. He is also co-director of the MIT System Design and Management Program. His expertise lies in strategy, product development, and entrepreneurship, particularly in the context of software, automobiles, and consumer electronics. He teaches 'Strategy in the Age of Digital Platforms' at MIT, and has previously held a joint appointment as a professor in Engineering Systems at MIT School of Engineering. Cusumano has authored 14 books and over 120 articles, with a focus on platform strategy and software development. His recent publication, 'Business Platforms: Strategy in the Age of Digital Competition, Innovation, Power' (2019), reflects his extensive research in the field. He has consulted for numerous organizations, including NASA and the World Bank, and has served as a director for several public and private companies. Fluent in Japanese, he has spent a decade in Japan and has held visiting professor roles at various prestigious institutions.

Research Interests

Experience

Distinguished Professor of Management

— Present

MIT Sloan School of Management • Cambridge, MA

Michael Cusumano serves as a distinguished professor and faculty director, focusing on entrepreneurship and management.

Awards

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Abbie Griffin High Impact Award