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PhD Operations Management at University of Rochester

University of Rochester, United States

Programme overview

The PhD in Operations Management focuses on rigorous modeling and analytical approaches to complex business decisions and on designing and managing large-scale operational systems.

Faculty: Simon Business School  |  Duration: Five years of funding; coursework and exams structured over the first three years  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Rochester, NY, United States

What you will study

Year 1: mathematical programming, probabilistic modeling and OM research, with two research questions chosen by spring. Year 2: two individual papers, OM courses and seminars and a qualifying exam paper. Year 3: advanced PhD seminars, minor requirements and further coursework.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Simon PhD programmes (all areas): resume (business format), two essays of 250-500 words (plus an optional third), official transcripts from all colleges attended, official GMAT or GRE score report, three recommendations, and TOEFL or IELTS for international applicants (waivers available; Duolingo not accepted). Application fee $50. No minimum GPA or test scores stated.

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.

Duration: Five years of funding; coursework and exams structured over the first three years

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