Master Data-Driven Decision Making
Gain a competitive edge with our M.S. in Operations Research & Analytics and empower organizations to become more effective and productive in the age of Big Data.
10 Courses
With Industry-Leading Faculty
Jan. 2
Application for Spring
Flexible
Explore our Learning Formats
30 Credit Hours
To Complete Your Master's
About the Program
M.S. in Operations Research & Analytics is at the forefront of leveraging advanced quantitative methods to drive effective decision-making across diverse industries.
This program equips students with the analytical prowess and computational skills necessary to tackle complex organizational challenges in areas such as supply chain management, healthcare, finance, and more. You’ll gain hands-on experience through case-studies and industry partnerships, applying analytical and computational techniques such as mathematical modeling, probability, statistics, optimization, and machine learning. Our multidisciplinary approach ensures graduates are prepared to navigate the dynamic landscape of data-driven decision-making.
To learn more about the program, contact Program Director, Dr. Halit Uster
The SMU Lyle Difference
Versatile
Learn advanced quantitative methods that increase productivity and address challenges across nearly every industry.
Impactful
Make an impact across supply chain, logistics, manufacturing, production, healthcare, telecommunications, energy, finance, and more.
Practical
Tackle real-world operations research challenges and projects through case-studies and industry partnerships
Student Experience
Leading Faculty
Learn from experts, interact in sync sessions, and gain insights from industry leaders.
24/7 Resource Access
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Flexible Learning
With Lyle Anywhere®, enjoy flexibility in your education, choosing from various learning formats and schedules to accommodate your lifestyle.
Jobs You Can Land
Graduates are equipped with the skills to oversee complex projects, implement innovative strategies, effectively lead diverse engineering teams, and drive organizational success in industry, government, or academia
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Admissions Requirements
In addition to meeting the Lyle School of Engineering admission requirements for an M.S. degree, applicants are required to satisfy the following additional requirements:
· A B.S. in engineering, mathematics, statistics, computer science, economics or a related technical field.
·Previous coursework that includes satisfactory completion of at least six credit hours of calculus, three credit hours of linear algebra and three credit hours of computer programming in a high-level language. (Generally, a Bachelor of Business Administration does not provide sufficient background.)
· Official GRE graduate school admission test results with a minimum 80th percentile quantitative score.
Tuition and Fees
For a complete graduate cost per semester see Cost of Attendance.
Application Deadlines
The priority deadline for applications to the Spring 2025 term is January 2, 2025.
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