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 programme, 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 programme.

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

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 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-08 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Manhattan, United States

Disciplines

Operations Research View 7 other Masters in Operations Research in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

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Other requirements

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

Tuition Fees

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25230 USD / year

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Out-of-State

25230 USD / year

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In-State

25230 USD / year

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Additional Details

$840.84 per credit hour

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