Master of Science in Industrial Engineering and Operations Research

Industrial engineers solve business problems by taking an economics perspective, applying computer science techniques to analyze data and develop decision support systems, and using psychology to ensure that the human element in the system is well understood and accounted for.

The MS degree in Industrial Engineering and Operations Research is a 30-credit program. The course-only option consists of 10 courses, while the thesis option requires 7 courses and a 9-credit thesis. Undergraduate students in the UMass Mechanical and Industrial Engineering Department can apply for fast-track admission to the MS program through a 5-year BS/MS plan.