|
 |
| Operations Research Analysts |
| |
| Employment Increase: |
61% |
| People In Field: |
72,000 |
| Average Salary: |
$31,500 |
| Qualifications: |
Master's Degree |
| |
Nature of the Work:
Efficiently running a complex organization or
operation such as a large manufacturing plant, an airline, or a
military deployment requires the precise coordination of
materials, machines, and people. Operations research analysts help
organizations coordinate and operate in the most efficient
manner by applying scientific methods and mathematical principles
to organizational problems. Managers can then evaluate
alternatives and choose the course of action that best meets
the organizational goals.
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement:
Employers strongly prefer applicants with at least
a master's degree in operations research or management
science, or other quantitative disciplines. A high level of
computer skills is also required.
Job Outlook:
Organizations are increasingly using operations
research and management science techniques to improve
productivity and quality and to reduce costs. This reflects growing
acceptance of a systematic approach to decision making. More
affordable computers give even small firms access to
operations research applications. The interplay of these two
trends should greatly stimulate demand for these workers in
the years ahead.
Sources of Additional Information:
Information on career opportunities for operations
research analysts is available from:
The Operations Research Society of America
1314 Guilford Ave.
Baltimore, MD 21202
The Institute of Management Sciences
290 Westminster St.
Providence, RI 02903
For information on careers in the Armed Forces and Department of Defense, contact:
Military Operations Research Society
101 South Whiting St., Suite 202
Alexandria, VA 22304
|
| |
| Back to Career Listings |
| |
|
