Overview

Inefficient processes waste time, effort and money. In nearly every sector, organizations need individuals who can solve real-world problems using mathematical models to arrive at the optimal solution. In the online operations research master’s degree program, you’ll learn how to utilize these skills in ways that will make you a valuable resource.

Designed for working professionals, this online Operations Research M.S. from Kansas State University is offered 100% online but does require a trip to the Manhattan, Kansas, campus for an oral examination at the end of the program.

Careers

Graduates in operations research typically have a high salary and are employed in a wide range of industries, including:

airlines

financial companies

governmental agencies

consulting companies

transportation agencies

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Programme Structure

Courses Include:

Linear Programming

Nonlinear Programming

Network Flows and Graph Theory

Integer Programming and Combinatorial Optimization

Reliability Theory

Simulation of Industrial Management Systems

Applied Stochastic Processes and Theoretical Simulation

Industrial Queuing Processes

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Duration

Part-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-08-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-01-08 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Manhattan, United States

Disciplines

Operations Research View 8 other Masters in Operations Research in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

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Required

English requirements

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6.5

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General requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an ABET-accredited university in industrial engineering, engineering, mathematics, statistics or business (if you have emphasized quantitative techniques) with a strong background in applied mathematics including calculus and linear algebra

Graduate Record Examination (GRE) required if bachelor’s degree is not from an ABET-accredited university
Undergraduate courses in calculus-based probability/statistics and introductory operations research

Some knowledge of computer programming
Statement of objectives
Resume/curriculum vitae

Names and emails of three professional and/or academic references

Unofficial transcripts from each institution attended
Bachelor’s degree with a 3.0 minimum GPA in the final two years or approximately the last 60 credit hours

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Tuition Fee

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International

25230 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 841 USD per credit during 12 months.
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25230 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 841 USD per credit during 12 months.
In-State

25230 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 841 USD per credit during 12 months.

$840.84 per credit hour

Funding

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