Dr. Paolo Sigismondi

Professor

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Biography

Paolo Sigismondi is a Clinical Professor at the University of Southern California who explores the evolution of the media industry from an interdisciplinary perspective. He holds degrees in economics and has an MBA from the Marshall School of Business and a graduate certificate in Business Entertainment from the School of Cinematic Arts at USC. Sigismondi has over a decade of work experience in the global media entertainment industry, having held executive positions at major European companies like Mediaset and Telemontecarlo, as well as at Warner Bros. Entertainment in the United States. His research focuses on the multifaceted impact of globalization, new technologies, and economic forces on the media industry. He has published extensively in leading academic journals and presented his work at international conferences. Notable publications include edited volumes such as 'World Entertainment Media: Global, Regional Local Perspectives' and titles like 'Digital Glocalization Entertainment: New Paradigms 21st Century Global Mediascape'.

Research Interests

Courses

COMM 209: Communication Media Economics

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.