Dr. Neil Siegel

Professor

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Biography

Neil Siegel is the IBM Professor of Engineering Management and a recognized expert in design and development of large, complex systems that serve important societal needs. He has an extensive background in both academia and industry, including significant leadership roles at Northrop Grumman, where he oversaw a substantial research portfolio and a workforce of over 12,000 scientists and engineers. He has a strong record of innovation and patenting, with 50 issued and pending patents worldwide. His recent research contributions focus on improving development methodology for large-scale systems and identifying novel root causes of system-development failures. Siegel's previous roles include vice-president and general manager of Tactical Systems, with notable projects in military and civilian technology. His awards include being elected to the U.S. National Academy of Engineering and receiving the IEEE Simon Ramo Medal for contributions to systems engineering. He actively engages in public service and holds positions on various boards related to technology and systems engineering.

Research Interests

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.