Dr. Nik Lewis

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Nik Lewis specializes in emotional intelligence, organizational behavior, and effective leadership. His research focuses on the role of emotional intelligence skills in helping leaders build successful teams and motivate employees. With years of experience managing cross-functional research and development teams in the public sector, he primarily teaches organizational behavior and has developed an elective course on emotional intelligence in leadership. Additionally, he has taught courses on professional ethics, strategic management, and interpersonal communication. Lewis regularly consults for companies of various sizes, from startups to large enterprises, aiding executives in navigating complex human dynamics in leadership and developing actionable solutions. A native of Southern California, he has collaborated with stakeholders in various countries through both practitioner and academic roles.

Research Interests

Courses

Organizational Behavior

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.