Master of Applied Science in Management Sciences - Applied Operations Research

Management sciences is a broad interdisciplinary study of problem solving and decision making in human organisations. It uses a combination of analytical models and behavioural sciences to address societies' most complex problems. Our students learn traditional skills in supply chain management and optimisations while simultaneously being exposed to cutting-edge research in human computer interaction, energy management, and innovation entrepreneurship. With three main specialisations students and faculty can focus their education and research on the skill set best suited to them, their interests, and their future goals. The department offers an undergraduate degree in management engineering as well as an option in management sciences for students enrolled in another engineering undergraduate program. As with all engineering programs at Waterloo, every undergraduate student takes part in cooperative study with up to six, 4-month work terms conducted between academic study terms. Their practical experience complements and reinforces in-class learning, providing students with a solid and well-grounded education. The Department of Management Sciences at the University of Waterloo offers a diverse program with research areas in applied operations research, information systems, and management of technology. The interdisciplinary nature of the department provides an excellent environment to gain knowledge and master skills ranging from analytics and optimisation to information systems and behavioural sciences.

Applied operations research at the Department of Management Sciences provides quantitative tools to model complex decision making problems in manufacturing and service industries in modern global economy. Our faculty are experts in optimization, stochastic processes, Markov decision processes, data analytics, and decisions analysis with focus areas in health care, supply chain management and logistics, revenue management and pricing, energy, and manufacturing.

The Department of Management Sciences requires either (i) a 75% overall standing in the last two years, or equivalent, in a relevant four-year Honours Bachelor's degree or equivalent, or (ii) a 75% overall standing or equivalent, in a relevant four-year Honours Bachelor's degree or equivalent, as the minimum requirement for admission to a Master's program for applicants educated at a Canadian institution. A 75% overall standing or equivalent, in a relevant four-year Honours Bachelor's degree or equivalent is the minimum requirement for admission to a Master's program for applicants educated outside of Canada.
Background in quantitative methods (e.g., Calculus, Linear Algebra, Probability and Statistics).
All applicants must submit a Statement of Purpose - a one page statement addressing their academic background, area of research interest, proposed research studies.
Applicants who fall slightly below the minimum academic requirements may be considered for admission as transitional or probationary students.
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Proof of English language proficiency, if applicable
TOEFL 90 (writing 25 speaking 25), IELTS 7.0 (writing 6.5, speaking 6.5)