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Michael Quinn is a Professor of Economics at Bentley University with leadership roles in the First Year Programs, Honors Program, and PhD Programs. His career spans teaching sixteen distinct courses from undergraduate to doctoral levels and supervising honors theses and dissertations.
His academic credentials include:
- Ph.D. in Economics, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (2002)
- B.S. in Economics and Political Science, Fairfield University (1996)
Quinn's research centers on economic development and labor economics, extending into migration decision-making, corruption economics, welfare state dynamics, and OECD policy analysis. His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals for poverty reduction and economic prosperity.
Recent publications demonstrate interdisciplinary reach: education-focused studies on teaching excellence and completion rates for underrepresented students intersect with business economics research on corporate governance and innovation. This reflects his commitment to bridging theoretical economics with practical educational and organizational challenges.
He has received eight university awards recognizing exceptional teaching and advising impact.
Quinn actively mentors students through honors theses and doctoral dissertations while leading institutional academic initiatives. His service includes editorial board positions and extensive peer review activities for scholarly journals.
As director of key academic programs, he shapes curricular frameworks and student development pathways across Bentley University's educational ecosystem.
