Industrial Engineering, Ph.D.

Program Overview

The Ph.D. program in Industrial and Systems Engineering prepares students for careers in research and development, academia, and industry. The program emphasizes coursework in statistics, probability, optimization, and simulation, culminating in a dissertation that contributes to the field. Students benefit from expert faculty, hands-on research opportunities, and a wide range of career prospects in various industries.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering offers opportunities for graduate study leading to the master of science and the doctor of philosophy degrees in industrial and systems engineering. This Ph.D. program is designed to be completed in 5-6 years of full-time study. Students in this program are required to take coursework in statistics, probability, optimization, and simulation as well as complete a dissertation. The program culminates in a written dissertation and a public defense.

Outline:

Students who wish to enter this program must have a bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as industrial engineering, mathematics, statistics, computer science, or operations research. Students with degrees from other disciplines will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Students in this program will take coursework in the following areas:

• Operations research
• Optimization
• Simulation
• Statistics
• Probability
Students will also complete a dissertation that is based on their own research. The dissertation must be a significant contribution to the field of industrial and systems engineering.

Assessment:

Students in this program are assessed through coursework, examinations, and a dissertation. They must maintain a 3.0 GPA in order to remain in good standing. Students who do not meet the academic requirements may be placed on probation or dismissed from the program.

Teaching:

The program is taught by a team of experienced faculty members who are experts in their field. The faculty use a variety of teaching methods, including lectures, discussions, and hands-on activities. Students also have the opportunity to work on research projects with faculty members.

Careers:

Industrial and systems engineering professionals work in a variety of industries, including manufacturing, healthcare, finance, and government. They use their skills to improve efficiency, productivity, and quality. Industrial and systems engineering graduates have a wide range of career opportunities, including:

• Operations research analyst
• Management consultant
• Industrial engineer
• Systems analyst
• Data scientist
• Quality engineer
• Logistics manager