Dr. Michael Smith

Professor

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Biography

Michael D. Smith is a professor at Carnegie Mellon University's Heinz College, specializing in Information Technology and Public Policy. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (summa cum laude) and a Master of Science in Telecommunications Science from the University of Maryland before completing his Ph.D. in Management Science at the Sloan School of Management at MIT. Professor Smith's research employs economic and statistical techniques to analyze consumer behavior in online markets, particularly pertaining to digital information and media products. His work has been published in top-tier journals such as Management Science, Economics, and Marketing, and he has been featured in notable outlets like the Harvard Business Review and The Wall Street Journal. He has received various accolades, including the National Science Foundation's CAREER Research Award and multiple teaching awards at Carnegie Mellon University. In addition to his academic work, Professor Smith has practical experience in the telecommunications industry and has been involved in several significant projects and publications related to digital piracy and copyright issues. He also holds a patent for his research on fuzzy logic in telecommunications.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

Carnegie Mellon University • Pittsburgh, PA

Teaching and conducting research in Information Technology and Public Policy.

Awards

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CAREER Research Award

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Teacher Award

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Published Paper Award Runner-Up

Patents

Fuzzy Logic Techniques for Telecommunications Networks

Research on applying artificial intelligence techniques to design and operate telecommunications networks.

Courses

Managing Disruption Media Entertainment Managing Digital Transformation Media

Requirements for Carnegie Mellon University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
GRE General
Verbal
Required:158
Quantitative
Required:149
Analytical Writing
Required:4
Overall
Required:4
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field Research experience/publications
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Transcripts
  • GRE scores (optional but reported in profile)
  • English Proficiency (TOEFL/IELTS/Duolingo)
Specialization Notes

Admission is extremely competitive with no strict GPA cut-offs; holistic review is used.