MS Industrial Engineering and Operations Research at University of Massachusetts Amherst

Programme overview

A 30-credit master's programme in Industrial Engineering and Operations Research. The course-only option consists of 10 courses, while the thesis option requires 7 courses and a 9-credit thesis.

What you will study

Course-only (10 courses) or thesis (7 courses plus 9-credit thesis) route, with an optional field experience concentration combining project-heavy courses with internships, co-ops or practicum.

Career pathways

Operations research analyst roles.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Mechanical and Industrial Engineering graduate programs (MS Engineering Management, MS Industrial Engineering, MS Mechanical Engineering, MS Manufacturing Engineering, PhD Industrial Engineering, PhD Mechanical Engineering): a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited US institution or an equivalent international degree must be completed before the start date; applicants whose native language is not English must demonstrate English proficiency; personal statement; two letters of recommendation; resume/CV. The GRE is not required.

Requirements published at program group level.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Intake: Fall (deadline January 15)

Duration: 30 credits

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