Dr. Michael Driscoll

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Michael Driscoll is an Industry Associate Professor at the NYU Tandon School of Engineering, specializing in Technology Management and Innovation. He holds an MBA from New York University, an MS in Telecommunications Information Management from Polytechnic University (NYU Tandon), and a BA in Economics from Fordham University, graduating Magna Cum Laude. With nearly three decades at Verizon, Driscoll has held various managerial roles, earning Black Belt Certification in the Verizon Lean Six Sigma (VLSS) Program in January 2016. His leadership in Six Sigma projects resulted in substantial financial returns, including awards for significant savings in EBITDA. Driscoll has been actively involved in academia since 2010, and his research interests focus on global innovation, emerging technology trends, technology strategy, corporate entrepreneurship, and diversity in organizations. His dedication to education is recognized by the NYU Tandon Dean's Award for Excellence in Online Education, highlighting his commitment to fostering entrepreneurial skills among students, particularly through his role as Faculty Advisor for the Women in Business Entrepreneurship Student Club.

Research Interests

Experience

Industry Associate Professor

2021-08-01 — Present

NYU Tandon School of Engineering • Brooklyn, NY

Teaching courses in technology management and innovation.

Senior Manager Technical Staff

1987-07-01 — 2016-04-01

Verizon • New York, NY

Oversaw numerous managerial positions, implementing significant process improvements and financial strategies.

Awards

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Dean's Award for Excellence in Online Education

2021-05-01
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Class Award - Tools Analysis Six Sigma Project

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Class Award - #1 EBITDA Six Sigma Project

2015-12-01

Requirements for New York University Tandon School of Engineering

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Electrical and/or Computer Engineering or preparatory discipline Sufficient mathematics preparation
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

Administered by the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering.