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Professor of Economics and Finance
Dr. Michael O.

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From 1992-1996, I was an Adjunct Professor of Economics and Finance at Columbia and Fordham Graduate Schools of Business, both in New York City, teaching Managerial Economics. I was a Professor of Economics and Entrepreneurship at Northwood University from 2013-2015, teaching courses in Finance, Entrepreneurship, International Business, Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, as well as Managerial Economics, and International Business in the Graduate School. From 2015-2019, I was a Professor of...

From 1992-1996, I was an Adjunct Professor of Economics and Finance at Columbia and Fordham Graduate Schools of Business, both in New York City, teaching Managerial Economics. I was a Professor of Economics and Entrepreneurship at Northwood University from 2013-2015, teaching courses in Finance, Entrepreneurship, International Business, Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, as well as Managerial Economics, and International Business in the Graduate School. From 2015-2019, I was a Professor of Economics and Finance and Chair of Business at Keiser University, teaching courses in Microeconomics and Macroeconomics, Money and Banking, Finance, International Business, Entrepreneurship, Venture Capital Finance, and Negotiations, as well as graduate courses, as the M.B.A. Chair, in Economics, Finance, and International Business.

Professionally, I have been a divisional CEO and CFO of a multi-billion dollar enterprise, as well as owning my own company, in the international metals industry. Recently, I was the CFO of a young Silicon Valley medical technology company.

Currently, I am a Finance Mentor for the American Red Cross, and an Adjunct Professor of Economics and Finance at Keiser University Graduate School of Business, teaching courses in Economics, Advanced Financial Analysis, and International Business.

I have mentored and tutored hundreds of students while teaching at various universities and graduate schools of business. My emphasis on teaching and tutoring is on the building an understanding of the subject matter, utilizing a wide variety of teaching methodologies, depending upon the student's individual learning capability. Most students seem to learn best with a more personalized learning approach.

Educationally, I earned a B.A. in Economics from the University of Pittsburgh, a M.B.A., with distinction, in Economics from NYU Graduate School of Business, and a Ph.D in Economics from Fordham University in New York City.

I look forward to getting to know you and to learning together.
My best,
Dr. O


Education

Unversity of Pittsburgh
Economics
New York University Graduate School of Business
MBA
Fordham University
PhD

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Business

Business

Divisional CEO of multibillion dollar revenue international companies in steel and metals. CEO and CFO of several midsize and start-up enterprises. Professor, teaching at the undergraduate and graduate level in finance and economics for 25+ years.
Finance

Finance

Professionally, I have been a divisional Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of a major international metals company, as well as the CFO of a several other companies, including most recently a young medical technology company in Silicon Valley, California. In addition, academically, I have taught finance at the college and graduate level for more than 10 years, including such courses at Finance for Finance Majors, Financial Management, Advanced Quantitative Financial Analysis (graduate), and Advanced Corporate Financial Management (graduate). I have also been and continue to be an expert witness in civil legal cases involving complex international financial transactional instruments (i.e. letters of credit), and am currently, a Finance Mentor for the American Red Cross.
Macroeconomics

Macroeconomics

• B.A. in Economics (University of Pittsburgh), a M.B.A., with distinction, in Economics from NYU Graduate School of Business, and a Ph.D in Economics (Fordham University). • Taught economics for many years (Macro. Micro, Money and Banking) at the college level and Managerial Economics at the graduate level (since 1992). • Divisional CEO of a multi-national ($Billion) metals company
Managerial Accounting

Managerial Accounting

• 7+ years of teaching finance at the college and graduate level. • Very strong working knowledge of accounting practices, GAAP, and managerial accounting as CFO of various companies, including a large international enterprise. • Finance/Accounting Mentor-American Red Cross T
Microeconomics

Microeconomics

• B.A. in Economics (University of Pittsburgh), a M.B.A., with distinction, in Economics from NYU Graduate School of Business, and a Ph.D in Economics (Fordham University). • Taught Microeconomics for many years at the college level and Managerial (Micro) Economics at the graduate level (since 1992). Expert in economic decision-making in microeconomics. • Divisional CEO of a multi-national ($Billion) metals company.
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Highly Recommend Dr. Micheal O!

I cannot express how incredible Dr. O is. Before working with him, I was on the verge of failing my Microeconomics class—something that felt inevitable given how challenging the material was and how many of us in the class were struggling. But thanks to Dr. O, not only did I turn things around, but I also ended up with a grade I never thought I could achieve. What sets Dr. O apart is his unmatched dedication and thoroughness. He was not just focused on helping me find the right answers but on making sure I understood the underlying concepts and the 'why' behind every solution. His ability to break down complex ideas into something manageable was astounding. He patiently worked with me through every detail until I felt confident, no matter how long it took. On top of that, he came to every session fully prepared, which made our lessons efficient and productive. His structured approach not only helped me prepare for the exam (40% of my grade) but also gave me a deeper appreciation for the subject. He turned what felt like an impossible situation into one where I felt empowered to succeed. If you're looking for a tutor who is patient, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in your success, Dr. O is in a league of his own. I truly believe I wouldn't have passed—let alone done well—without his help. He’s a lifesaver and a game-changer, especially in high-pressure situations. Beyond amazing!

Julie, 13 lessons with Dr. Michael
Tutor responded:

Thank you, Julie, for your kind review of our work together. It was a pleasure working with you this semester. I was very glad I could help you better understand the various Microeconomic topics covered and improve your grade in your course. Grasping the underlying concepts is a principal key to moving through and comprehending the many varied subject areas in Micro. Congratulations on doing so well in your course!

Awesome Tutor and super super helpful for AP exam

Have been doing a good amount of sessions in preparation for the A.P. Econ Exams. Nothing short of outstanding in Dr. O’s style. I need the boost to help me power through the studying process and he made it into manageable chunks and only cares about you doing well. He wants the best for you. Don’t be afraid to ask questions and he makes you truly wonder how you were ever confused. He uses a helpful book that I also bought so it gave me an even better push in the studying process as we worked together in the book. Highly recommend if you want to do well and someone who is not just hear to talk to you about economics, but hear to make sure you don’t ever feel confused again. Trust his process

Aiden, 16 lessons with Dr. Michael

Great Tutor!

Dr. Olsher is a great tutor who explains macroeconomic concepts in depth and in a way that really helps them stick. He is very patient when answering questions and takes the time to address any doubts I have without rushing. I especially appreciate how he works through problems with me, making sure I understand not just the steps, but the underlying concepts as well. His focus on building strong conceptual understanding has made a big difference in my confidence with the material. I would definitely recommend him to anyone looking for clear and thoughtful guidance in macroeconomics.

Vaishu, 7 lessons with Dr. Michael

Awesome Tutor and Helpful for AP exam

Met with him for the first time for the AP Economics exams. He was really awesome. He explained things well and mentioned things that are heavily tested that people don't know about. I decided to stay with him and work with him for the exam.

Aiden, 16 lessons with Dr. Michael

Very knowledgeable and very patient.

Michael did a great job connecting with my daughter and picking up right away on the areas she needed the most guidance on. He was very patient and very knowledgeable.

Brittany, 1 lesson with Dr. Michael

Best Microeconomics tutor

At the start of the semester, I really struggled with microeconomics and failed my midterm and felt completely lost. After that, I started working with Dr. O, and things changed fast. He broke everything down in a way that finally made sense and never made me feel bad for not getting it right away. He helped me understand the logic behind the formulas and graphs instead of just memorizing them, which made a huge difference. By the time the final came around, I actually understood the material and felt confident answering questions that used to confuse me. I went from failing to really getting it, and I couldn’t have done that without his help. Thank you Dr. O you're the best!

Adam, 12 lessons with Dr. Michael

Fantastic tutor, very highly recommend

Dr. O has been working with my college-aged daughter on microeconomics. She has found him to be incredibly helpful and very easy to relate to over the computer. He takes the topics and breaks them down in ways she can easily understand. Would recommend him 100% without any reservation!!

Rachel, 5 lessons with Dr. Michael

Absolutely amazing

Dr Michael tutors my son in microeconomics. He is patient and thorough. He is knowledgeable and professional. He is easy to schedule sessions with. He has really helped my son understand the content and boost his confidence. He really wants my son to succeed. He is absolutely amazing. I highly recommend.

Nicole, 17 lessons with Dr. Michael

Score 5 and 4 on AP Micro & Macro in just 6 weeks!

I’ve completed 10 lessons with Dr. O and I can confidently say that he is an exceptional tutor. When I first started, I had absolutely no background in microeconomics, but in less than three weeks, I was able to score 59 out of 60 on a practice test (multiple-choice), something I truly didn’t think was possible before working with him. Dr. O has a very clear and effective teaching style. He constantly asks questions during lessons to make sure I understand the material and is always ready with precise and concise explanations whenever I have questions. He is always positive, patient, and genuinely enthusiastic about teaching. He never rushes the lessons and always encourages me to take my time and really understand the material. I’m extremely grateful to have him as my tutor and I am very excited to learn about macroeconomics in our next lesson. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for a knowledgeable and supportive tutor! --- A few days ago, I got my AP exam results for both Microeconomics and Macroeconomics and I’m incredibly thankful to have had Dr. O as my tutor. We covered Micro in just 6 weeks and Macro in 3, and I ended up scoring a 5 on Micro and a 4 on Macro. A lot of tutors told me it would be nearly impossible to get a 5 on even one AP exam in such a short time. So the fact that I was able to take two exams and earn these scores in just six weeks honestly feels unbelievable. But none of this would have been possible without both Dr. O’s guidance. He was with me every step of the way, always supportive and positive. He never makes you feel like you’re doing this alone, and his encouragement really pushed me to keep going when I doubted myself. At the same time, I think your commitment and dedication play a big part. I spent around 3 to 4 hours almost every day doing extra practice, reviewing questions, and making sure I understood the material fully. It was definitely a team effort, and that’s what made the results possible. I highly recommend Dr. O to anyone who’s serious about improving and ready to put in the effort.

Dayoon, 25 lessons with Dr. Michael

Excellent, First Class.

Dr. Michael tutored my twin sons in micro and macro economics in advance of a major exam on the topics. He was an excellent teacher and we were lucky to find him. Boys enjoyed him and learned a lot. His style was friendly but direct, and he wasted no time. Great job!

T, 10 lessons with Dr. Michael
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