The courses offered by the Department are listed below, separately for the Quantitative Analysis (QA) and Operations Management (OM) course designators. Both undergraduate and graduate courses are listed, with indication of whether the credit is undergraduate (ug), graduate (gr), or both. Note also that T = Approved Transfer Module course, and H = University Honors student.
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Quantitative Analysis (QA) Courses
22QA281. Business Statistics I. 4 ug.cr. Descriptive statistics, probability and probability distributions. Sampling and interval estimation. Emphasis on business applications. Prereq.: 15MATH229, 32IT141. Recent syllabus.
22QA281H. Business Statistics I. 4 ug.cr. Descriptive statistics, probability and probability distributions. Sampling and interval estimation. Emphasis on business applications. Prereq.: 15MATH228, 15MATH229, 32IT141. Recent syllabus.
22QA282. Business Statistics II. 4 ug.cr. Hypothesis testing, regression and correlation, analysis of variance and chi-square tests. Emphasis on business applications. Prereq.: 22QA241. Recent syllabus.
22QA282H. Business Statistics II. 4 ug.cr. Hypothesis testing, regression and correlation, analysis of variance and chi-square tests. Emphasis on business applications. Prereq.: 22QA241. Recent syllabus.
22QA251. Mathematical Statistics I. 3 ug.cr. Foundations of probability, discrete and continuous random variables, special probability distributions. Prereq.: 15MATH253, 32IT141.
22QA252. Mathematical Statistics II. 3 ug.cr. Second course in sequence with Mathematical Stat I. Prereq.: 22QA251.
22QA345. Mathematical Statistics III. 3 ug.cr. Third course in sequence with Mathematical Stat I, II. Prereq.: 22QA252.
22QA380. Business Analytics. 4 ug.cr. Quantitative approaches to decision making. Modeling, linear programming, PERT/CPM, decision theory, queuing theory, and simulation. Prereq.: CoB soph. core. Recent syllabus.
22QA380H. Business Analytics. 4 ug.cr. Quantitative approaches to decision making. Modeling, linear programming, PERT/CPM, decision theory, queuing theory, and simulation. Prereq.: CoB soph. core. Recent syllabus
22QA550. Optimization Modeling. 4 ug.cr. Model formulation, graphical analysis, computer solution and application, for linear, nonlinear, continuous, integer, deterministic, and probabilistic mathematical optimization models. Required projects in modeling and solving applications. Prereq.: 22QA712 or MSQA student. Recent syllabus.
22QA571. Simulation Modeling. 4 ug.cr. Building simulation models of complex dynamic, stochastic, discrete-event systems using high-level simulation software. Topics include modeling, input, and output analysis, and managing simulation projects. Prereq.: 22QA242. Recent syllabus.
22QA596. Guided Study In Quantitative Analysis. 1-6 ug.cr. Project and research work undertaken by a student with the approval and supervision of a faculty member.
22QA701. Business Statistics. 2 gr. cr. Introduction to statistical and probabilistic analysis with focus on practical decisions and risk using quantitative models in the spreadsheet environment. Topics include descriptive and graphical statistical methods, sampling and sampling distributions, estimation, and hypothesis testing. Assumes prior basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel. Recent syllabus.
22QA702. Decision Models. 2 gr. cr. A continuation of QA 701. Topics include linear regression, analysis of variance, decision modeling, and simulation. Prereq.: 22QA701. Recent syllabus.
22QA703. Optimization Models. 2 gr.cr. Overview of linear, integer, and nonlinear optimization models in business, focusing on modeling, solution, and interpretation of results. Substantial use of spreadsheet modeling and analysis. Prereq.: 22QA702. Recent syllabus.
22QA711. Statistics and Decision Models for Managers. 4 gr.cr. Introduction to statistical and probabilistic analysis with focus on practical decisions and risk using quantitative models and Microsoft Excel. Topics include descriptive and graphical statistical methods, sampling and sampling distributions, estimation, hypothesis testing, analysis of variance, regression, decision modeling, and simulation. Assumes prior basic knowledge of Excel. Recent syllabus.
22QA712. Optimization Models for Managers. 2 gr.cr. Overview of linear, integer, and nonlinear optimization models in business, focusing on modeling, solution, and interpretation of results. Substantial use of spreadsheet modeling and analysis. Prereq.: 22QA711. Recent syllabus.
22QA721. Methods of Statistics. 4 gr.cr. A survey of statistical methodologies useful for research in a variety of disciplines. Estimation, significance testing, regression, ANOVA and computer applications. Recent syllabus.
22QA722. Regression Analysis. 4 gr.cr. Estimation and inference making using regression models; method of least squares, formal methods of inference, model diagnostics based on analysis of residuals, use of dummy variables, variable selection and model building. Introduction to logistic models. Prereq.: 22QA721. Recent syllabus.
22QA723. Sample Survey. 4 gr.cr. Statistical aspects of sample survey. Survey designs; simple random, stratified, cluster, multi-stage, and probability proportional to size sampling. Estimation methods for means, totals, ratios, and proportions. Planning and implementing surveys. Prereq.: 22QA721. Recent syllabus.
22QA724. Multivariate Methods. 4 gr.cr. Multivariate normal distribution, its parameters and model diagnostics. Statistical analyses involving multivariate means, covariance and correlation matrices; Special multivariate techniques; principle components, canonical, discriminant, and factor analyses. Prereq.: 22QA722; 22QA731 suggested but not required. Recent syllabus.
22QA725. Forecasting and Time Series Analysis. 4 gr.cr. Univariate Box-Jenkins time series modeling for stationary and nonstationary processes. Forecasting seasonal and nonseasonal time series. Special forecasting techniques such as transfer function modeling, and intervention analysis. Prereq.: 22QA721. Recent syllabus.
22QA726. Design of Experiments. 4 gr.cr. Basic concepts of experimental design. Linear statistical models; analysis of variance and estimation for completely randomized and various blocked designs; analysis of covariance; analysis of unbalanced data; random and mixed models; repeated measures, split-plot, and nested designs, Prereq.: 22QA722. Recent syllabus.
22QA727. Data Mining. 4 gr.cr. Hands-on data analysis experiences on real world data with varying topics from year to year using major statistical software, such as SAS and Splus. Case studies involving data management and model fitting; model interpretation and diagnostics. Model approaches including exploratory data analysis; linear models; generalized linear models; classification and regression trees; kernel, splines, and additive models. Prereq.: 22QA722. Recent syllabus.
22QA731. Probability. 4 gr.cr. A solid conceptual foundation for students who require a moderately rigorous treatment of probability. Random variables, stochastic independence, probability distributions, moments, functions of random variables, asymptotic statistics. Prereq.: Diff. and Integral Calculus. Recent syllabus.
22QA732. Fundamentals of Statistical Inference. 4 gr.cr. Foundations in statistical estimation and hypothesis testing from frequentist and Bayesian perspectives; sufficiency, efficiency, minimum variance unbiased estimation, maximum likelihood estimation, likelihood ratio testing. Prereq.: 22QA731. Recent syllabus.
22QA733. Statistical Decision Theory and Bayesian Analysis. 4 gr.cr. Elements of the basic the decision theoretic paradigm from the Bayesian and frequentist view points. Introduction to game theory, utility theory, and subjective probability. Bayesian statistical methods. Prereq.: 22QA731. 22QA732 recommended but not required. Recent syllabus.
22QA750. Optimization Modeling. 4 gr.cr. Model formulation, graphical analysis, computer solution and application, for linear, nonlinear, continuous, integer, deterministic, and probabilistic mathematical optimization models. Required projects in modeling and solving applications. Prereq.: 22QA712 or MSQA student. Recent syllabus.
22QA751. Optimization Analysis. 4 gr.cr. Solution techniques and analyses for linear, nonlinear, network and integer optimization models including: optimization criteria, simplex routines, duality, sensitivity; Lagrangian duality, gradient, and penalty methods for constrained and unconstrained nonlinear models; and branch-and-bound and cutting plane methods for integer models. Prereq.: 22QA750 and linear algebra. Recent syllabus.
22QA752. Advanced Topics in Optimization. 4 gr.cr. Additional topics in optimization including network flow algorithms, interior point routines, iterative methods, aggregation methods, constraint programming, genetic algorithms, neural networks, and other contemporary topics in optimization. Prereq. 22QA751.
22QA760. Stochastic Modeling. 4 gr.cr. Formulation and analysis of discrete and continuous Markov chains, Poisson process, and birth-death processes. Applications in queuing, inventory, and reliability. Required project in modeling and solving applications. Prereq.: 15MATH254 and 22QA731. Recent syllabus.
22QA761. Advanced Topics in Stochastic Modeling. 4 gr.cr. Construction and application of stochastic models including Markov processes, decision processes, birth and death processes, branching and queuing processes; Poisson process, Gausian process, Brownian motion; martingales; introduction to stochastic calculus. Prereq.: 22QA760.
22QA770. Risk Modeling. 2 gr.cr. Static simulation models using Monte Carlo simulation to assess risk with applications in the functional areas of business. Prereq.: 22QA712 or MSQA student.
22QA771. Simulation Modeling. 4 gr.cr. Building simulation models of complex dynamic, stochastic, discrete-event systems using high level simulation software. Topics include modeling, input and output analysis and managing simulation projects. Prereq.: 22QA711 or MSQA student. Recent syllabus.
22QA772. Simulation Analysis. 4 gr.cr. Probabilistic and statistical underpinnings of simulation modeling. Topics include random number generators, generating random variates and processes, design and analysis of simulation experiments, variance reduction techniques, gradient estimation and simulation optimization. Prereq.: 22QA771. Recent syllabus.
22QA781. Individual Study. 1-4 gr.cr. Individual study under the direction of a faculty member.
22QA782. Special Topics in QA. 1-4 gr.cr. In depth study of special topics in Quantitative Analysis.
22QA785. Applications Development Using VBA. 4 gr.cr. The use of visual basic for applications for the development of applications of management science models for planning and decision support in a spreadsheet environment. Prereq.: 22QA750 or 22QA760 or 22QA771 or permission of the instructor.
22QA786. Case Studies in Management Science. 4 gr.cr. Cases and applications of group-oriented operations research for real-world management applications. Prereq.: 22QA750 or 22QA760 or 22QA771 or permission of the instructor. Recent syllabus.
22QA895. Seminar in Quantitative Analysis. 1-6 gr.cr. Recent journal articles dealing with the state-of-the-art development will be covered. Variable cr. Prereq.: Perm. of instructor. Recent syllabus.
22QA971. Research in Quantitative Analysis. 1-15 gr.cr.
22QA981. MS/MBA Thesis Research. 1-9 gr.cr.
22QA991. PhD Dissertation Research. 1-15 gr.cr.
Operations Management ( OM ) Courses
22OM380. Operations Management. 4 ug.cr. Survey of the operations function in industrial, service, and public organizations. Includes forecasting, line balancing, aggregate scheduling, location, layout, inventory planning, work measurement, quality control, learning curve. Prereq.: CoB soph. core. Recent syllabus.
22OM475. Quality Management. 3 ug.cr. The role of total quality in modern business. The course focuses on both technical and statistical methodology and managerial practices to achieve high quality and organizational performance. Prereq: 22OM385. Recent Syllabus.
22OM476. Operations Planning and Scheduling. 3 ug.cr. Introduces the student to planning and control as practiced in state-of-the-arts firms. The principles of inventory and capacity are covered. Prereq.: 22OM385. Recent syllabus.
22OM480. Project Management. 3 ug.cr. Explores the issues of Project organization, budgeting, control, leadership, and conflict resolution throughout the life cycles of a project. Students will consider resources allocation and scheduling using PERT/CPM and Project Mgt. software. Prereq.: 22OM385. Recent syllabus.
22OM481. Supply Chain Management. 3 ug.cr. This course deals with the design of logistics networks or supply chains, and the flow of materials and information on them. The student in this course will be exposed to both the strategic and operational aspects of managing today's complex supply chains. Specific topics include order management, planning material flows, and design & optimization of supply networks. Prereq.: 22OM385. Recent syllabus.
22OM488. Service Sector Operations. 3 ug.cr. An introduction to the service sector and the analysis of its operations function. Topics include capacity, management, queuing theory, layouts, and quality measurement. Prereq.: 22OM385. Recent syllabus.
22OM585. Operations Policy and Strategy. 3 ug.cr. Case treatment of operations strategy and policy at the executive level. As the capstone, integrative course, emphasis is placed on synthesis, as well as analysis, and oral and written communication. Prereq.: 22OM475, 22OM476. Recent syllabus.
22OM593. Special Topics In Operations Management. 1-3 ug.cr. Special offerings under this course number will be publicized on bulletin boards and by classroom announcement.
22OM594. Readings In Operations Management. 3 ug.cr. Advanced studies in selected issues.
22OM595. Research In Operations Management. 3 ug.cr. Structured research in OM.
22OM596. Guided Study in Operations Management. 1-6 ug.cr. Individual study under the direction of a faculty member. Variable cr. Prereq.: Perm. of instr.
22OM711. Management of Operations. 4 gr.cr. Introduces basic operations principles through case studies and explores major operations problems. Areas of concentration are decisions and activities involving process design, the use and control of resources, scheduling and quality management. Recent syllabus.
22OM744. International Operations Strategy. 4 gr.cr. This integrative course emphasizes case analysis and state of the art discussion of operations management challenges. The course particularly focuses on new methods, principles, techniques and technologies that leverage the operations function for competitive advantage. Prereq: 22OM711. Recent syllabus.
22OM761. Project Management. 4 gr.cr. Explores the fundamental and advanced concepts in project management including project initiation, justification, design, planning, budgeting and control. It pays detailed attention to conflicts and conflict resolution, and scheduling and control using PERT/CPM and project management software. Prereq: 22OM711. Recent syllabus.
22OM762. Managing Service Operations. 4 gr.cr. Examines the problems facing managers in various service industries and provides strategic, managerial, and operational tools and techniques for improving how service firms operate. The course employs a combination of conceptual, analytical, case study, and field study approaches to investigate contemporary service operations issues. Prereq: 22OM711. Recent syllabus.
22OM771. Managing for Quality and High Performance. 4 gr.cr. Provides students with knowledge of quality management and performance excellence approaches using the Baldrige criteria, as well as experience in evaluating high-performance management practices in organizations. Can be used as an MBA capstone requirement. Prereq: 22OM711. Recent syllabus.
22OM772. Six Sigma and Process Improvement. 2 gr.cr. This course focuses on fundamental concepts and methods of statistical thinking and process improvement in manufacturing and service organizations. Prereq: 22OM711, 22QA712. Recent syllabus.
22OM781 Individual Study. 1-4 gr.cr. Individual study under the direction of a faculty member.
22OM782 Special Topics in Operations Management. 1-4 gr.cr. In-depth study of special topics in Operations Management.
22OM783. Supply Chain Strategy and Analysis. 4 gr.cr. Presents an overview of issues relating to the design and operation of supply chains. Information is presented as a mix of technical models and applied case studies. Topics in inventory, transportation, and supply chain collaboration are covered. Prereq.: 22OM711. Recent syllabus.
22OM784. Supply Chain Models. 2 gr.cr. Focuses on the technical models and techniques used to design and evaluate the performance of supply chains. Models include logistical network design and multi-echelon inventory theory. Prereq: 22OM711, 22QA712.
22OM785. Enterprise Resource Planning. 2 gr.cr. This course focuses on the methodologies and practices of ERP as a complete enterprise wide business solution. The focus of this course is on the Production Planning (PP) and Materials management (MM) modules of an ERP system, with some attention to other business functions. Prereq: 22OM711. Recent syllabus.
22OM786. Forecasting and Time Series Analysis. 4 gr.cr. Univariate Box-Jenkins time series modeling for stationary and nonstationary processes. Forecasting seasonal and nonseasonal time series. Special forecasting techniques such as transfer function modeling, and intervention analysis. Prereq.: 22QA721. (Cross Listed with 22QA725).
22OM895. Special Topics in Operations Management. 3 gr.cr. Varying subjects of topical interest in operations. Prereq: Permission of the instructor.
22OM971. Research in Operations Management. Variable cr.
22OM991. PhD Dissertation Research. Variable cr.
