PhD Operations and Business Analytics at University of Oregon

Programme overview

The PhD prepares students for academic and research careers and focuses on how organizations optimize business processes and policies internally and within the supply chain. It has a quantitative orientation for students interested in applied mathematics and business research.

Faculty: Lundquist College of Business | Department: Operations and Business Analytics | Duration: Not stated (72 programme credits; 81-credit university minimum) | Intake: Fall; priority deadline 1 December 2026, final 15 December 2026 (fall 2027) | Location: Eugene, OR, United States

What you will study

Students take a 10-course major specialization, at least three supporting courses (accounting, finance, marketing, statistics, microeconomics or linear algebra) and at least six quantitative methods courses such as probability, stochastic processes, regression and optimization, then complete the dissertation (OBA 603). Sample courses include Advanced Optimization, Inventory Models and Supply Chain, and Data Driven Predictive Modeling.

Career pathways

Academic and research careers, including teaching and research positions at high-quality colleges and universities.

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Application information

Entry requirements

GMAT or GRE optional for Operations and Business Analytics (scores valid within five years). Three letters of recommendation. Statement of purpose of 1,000 words or fewer. Writing sample required. Unofficial transcripts from all institutions. Application fee $70 ($90 international), with fee waivers case by case for this area (request by 1 December 2026). Non-native English speakers show TOEFL iBT 96, IELTS Academic 7.0 overall, Duolingo 135, or a degree from the US or an eligible English-speaking country. Fall 2027 deadlines: priority 1 December 2026, final 15 December 2026. No minimum GPA stated.

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.

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