Operations Research

About This Major

A program that focuses on the development and application of complex mathematical or simulation models to solve problems involving operational systems, where the system concerned is subject to human intervention. Includes instruction in advanced multivariate analysis, application of judgment and statistical tests, optimization theory and techniques, resource allocation theory, mathematical modeling, control theory, statistical analysis, and applications to specific research problems.

Program Examples

  • Decision Support Systems
  • Decision Analysis
  • Operations Analysis
  • Operational Sciences

At a Glance

CIP Code
14.3701
CIP Family
14

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