Operations Research, MS

The Master of Science in Operations Research prepares students for research and professional practice associated with the formulation, analysis, and computer implementation of mathematical models for decision making. Major components include optimization, stochastic modeling, computer simulation, data analytics, machine learning, and application of these components to realistic and relevant operational analysis problems. Students focus their studies in a concentration area such as artificial intelligence, data analytics, financial engineering, military operations research, optimization, or stochastic modeling; students can also choose a self-defined concentration with approval of a faculty advisor.

To obtain the MS degree, students complete an approved plan of study that contains a minimum of 30 graduate credits. Appropriate courses may be transferred, with advisor approval, into this degree program. Students may also take courses through the Commonwealth Graduate Engineering Program.