SMU’s M.S. in operations research and analytics is at the forefront of leveraging advanced quantitative methods to drive effective decision-making across diverse industries. This program equips students with the analytical prowess and computational skills necessary to tackle complex organizational challenges in areas such as supply chain management, healthcare, finance and more. You’ll gain hands-on experience through case studies and industry partnerships, applying analytical and computational techniques such as mathematical modeling, probability, statistics, optimization and machine learning.
Our multidisciplinary approach ensures graduates are prepared to navigate the dynamic landscape of data-driven decision-making. With a curriculum designed by expert faculty and experienced industry professionals, students benefit from an operations research and analytics graduate program structure rooted in real-world considerations. Developed with working professionals in mind, students have the opportunity to pursue their degree in-person or online.