Dr. William Gogolak

Instructor

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Biography

William Gogolak has over a decade of experience in financial markets, financial planning, and financial modeling. He has worked in a variety of industries throughout his consulting career, focusing on strategy as a financial consultant. He is a strong advocate for student learning, emphasizing the application of classroom concepts to real-world financial problems. William earned his PhD in Finance from the Illinois Institute of Technology and prior to his appointment at Carnegie Mellon University, he taught as an adjunct professor at several universities in the Chicago area. His primary research focus lies in predictive modeling of commodity markets and corporate finance. Beyond academics, William enjoys biking, golfing, and long walks with his family, as well as exploring Pittsburgh in his spare time.

Research Interests

Courses

Financial Statements Analysis Cost Benefit Analysis Optimization Risk Modeling for Managers Financial Investing Accounting and Finance Analytics

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.