Rohit S. Deo

Rohit S. Deo is the Dean of the Undergraduate College and Professor of Statistics at the Leonard N. Stern School of Business, New York University. He also holds the title of Distinguished Service Professor of Business and has been a key academic leader at NYU Stern since 1995. He previously served as Vice Dean of the Undergraduate College (2012–2018) and Chair of the Department of Technology, Operations, and Statistics (2018–2024), as well as Director of the NYU Stern-NYU Shanghai Programs.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Statistics, Iowa State University, 1995
• M.S. in Statistics, University of Poona, 1990
• B.S. in Statistics, Fergusson College, 1988

Professor Deo's research centers on statistical and econometric methodologies with applications in business and economics. His primary interests include time series analysis, stochastic volatility modeling, and econometric theory. He has made significant contributions to the development and application of models for financial and economic data. His teaching spans data analysis, machine learning, and forecasting of time series, reflecting his expertise in quantitative methods.

He has served as an Associate Editor for several top-tier journals, including the Journal of the American Statistical Association, Journal of Business and Economic Statistics, and The American Statistician, underscoring his standing in the statistical community.

Scientific Awards and Honors:

• Econometric Theory Multa Scripsit Award
• NYU Distinguished Teaching Award
• Great Professor Award, Executive MBA programme
• Professor of the Year Award in the full-time MBA programme

Professor Deo has advised numerous students and contributed to curriculum development, particularly in quantitative disciplines. While specific grants are not listed, his sustained research output and leadership roles suggest extensive engagement with academic and institutional funding. He has also played a pivotal role in international academic initiatives through the NYU Stern-NYU Shanghai Programs.

He is affiliated with the Department of Technology, Operations, and Statistics, where he continues to influence research, education, and academic policy at one of the leading business schools in the world.