Program Overview

Program Overview

The Management Science and Engineering - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) program is offered by the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Waterloo. This program allows students to conduct research and generate new knowledge in one of three research specializations: applied operations research, information systems, or management of technology.

Research Fields

• Applied Operations Research
• Information Systems
• Management of Technology

Program Details

Department/School

The program is offered by the Department of Management Science and Engineering.

Faculty

The program is part of the Faculty of Engineering.

Admit Term(s)

The program admits students in the Fall term (September - December).

Delivery Mode

The program is delivered on-campus.

Program Type

The program is a doctoral, research-based program.

Length of Program

The program is 48 months long for full-time students.

Registration Option(s)

Students can register for the program on a full-time or part-time basis.

Study Option(s)

The program offers a thesis-based study option.

Application Deadlines

• February 1 (for admission in September)

Admission Requirements

• A master's degree with at least an 83% average and evidence of ability to pursue independent research.
• Background in quantitative methods (e.g., Calculus, Linear Algebra, Probability and Statistics).
• All applicants must submit a "Statement of Purpose" - a one-page statement addressing their academic background, area of research interest, proposed research studies.

Degree Requirements

• Review the degree requirements in the Graduate Studies Academic Calendar, including the courses that you can anticipate taking as part of completing the degree.
• Check out Waterloo's institutional thesis repository - UWspace to see recent submissions from the Department of Management Science and Engineering graduate students.

Application Materials

• Resume/Curriculum vitae
• Statement of interest
  • A statement of maximum 500 words explaining your interest in and fit for the program you’re applying to.
• Transcript(s)
• References
  • Three references are required, if the applicant has been working for several years, one business reference will be accepted along with two academic references.
• Proof of English language proficiency, if applicable
  • TOEFL 90 (writing 25 speaking 25), IELTS 7.0 (writing 6.5, speaking 6.5)

Tuition and Fees

• Visit the graduate program tuition page on the Finance website to determine the tuition and incidental fees per term for your program.
• Review living costs and housing.
  • Learn about the PhD housing guarantee program for admitted students.
• Review the funding graduate school resources for graduate students.