Research Master in Business: Operations Research track
The Research Master’s specialization in Operations Research prepares students for the PhD programs in fields such as operations management or optimization techniques. This Research Master’s track in Operations Research is an in-depth study program focused on cutting edge research in Operations Research.
and #28 in Times Higher’s Subject Ranking for Economics & Business
Small classes, personal guidance and active involvement in our international research community
Excellent track-record in graduate placements at top universities worldwide
The Research Master in Business is a "Top rated program" in the Dutch Keuzegids Masters ranking 2018
Program and structure
The program is structured in two phases:
- a two-year Research Master (RM)
- and a three- to four-year PhD phase
A graduated student from this program has gained knowledge of and insight in the tools and methodologies of operations research, including optimization, stochastic modeling, simulation, combinatorics, and game theory. Teaching is led by academics who are at the forefront of their fields.
Teaching
A Research Master student is part of a select group of the finest students from all over the world. It is aimed at ambitious students who want to distinguish themselves. Students follow classes in small groups. This allows intensive interaction with professors who are top-notch researchers, both during as well as outside of classes. This program offers many different courses and students are free to choose most of the offered courses.
Career perspectives
Graduates of the Research Master program qualify for research positions anywhere in the world.
Several of our Research Master students embark on a 3-year Ph.D. program and later become professors themselves. With their research, discoveries, and insights – expressed through writing, speaking, and teaching – they help shape academic world. Others opt for business practice with international companies and consulting firms.
Prof. dr. P.E.M. Borm
Become an integral part of the Econometrics & Operations Research department
We want our students to share the faculty’s passion for research.
- Students are an integral part of the Econometrics & Operations Research department, benefiting from the many workshops, conferences, and visitors and overall lively, informal but intellectual culture.
- We encourage students to work together with faculty on their research ideas and students have easy access to all the department’s research resources.
Short overview of the Research Master's track in Operations Research
| Language | English |
| Start | End of August |
| Duration | 2 years (those with one or two MSc relevant degrees with excellent grades, are eligible for a reduction to 1 year of doctoral course work is possible for ) |
| Title | Master of Science with a Master of Philosophy supplement |
| Tuition fee | Tuition Fees |
| Specifics | Specialized program to prepare for a PhD or for a professional career in a (international) research-based environment |
| More information | Graduate Officers: center-gs@tilburguniversity.edu |
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