Dr. Paul Orlando

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Paul Orlando is an Adjunct Professor at the University of Southern California (USC) Marshall School of Business, where he directs the USC Greif Incubator Program. He specializes in working with businesses founded by USC students, alumni, and faculty. In addition to teaching courses on Growth Hacking and Venture Initiation, Paul has a rich history of co-founding and leading startup accelerators and incubators in cities like Hong Kong and Rome. He had previously co-founded a communication technology startup that won accolades at TechCrunch Disrupt. Paul is also the author of a book on unit economics titled 'Growth Units', providing insights into how timing influences startup success.

Research Interests

Courses

Venture Initiation Growth Hacking: Scaling Startups

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.