The OM PhD

The Operations Management PhD program pays special attention to research in operations planning and scheduling, quality management, operations strategy, and supply chain management. Fundamental course work in these areas is supplemented by seminars which focus on state of the art issues in OM. Previous work experience and/or the study of operations management is useful preparation for the program, although not mandatory. Recent dissertations in OM include:

  • Measuring and Comparing Volume Flexibility of Small and Large Firms
  • Configuration and Co-ordination in Manufacturing Networks
  • An Analysis of Packaging Postponement
  • A Model of Change Process and Its Use in Self-Assessment
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