B.S. in Industrial Engineering

The undergraduate program was developed for students interested in probability, statistics, mathematical modeling, economics, and decision analysis. The department offers a wide range of courses aimed at developing both the analytic skills of our students and their understanding of business. Graduates leave with an understanding of how different parts of a system interact and how they can be configured to meet a common goal. With this background, fundamental industrial engineering and management subjects are studied. These include: Analytics Logistics Optimization Financial engineering Within these subjects students will find courses in decision analysis, organizational behavior, probability, and mathematical programming. Supporting courses in allied fields of science and engineering broaden a student’s technical proficiency, while elective courses in social sciences, fine arts, history, and philosophy broadens their background. CAREER PATHS Students earning a BS in industrial engineering from the Department of Industrial Engineering and Management Sciences go on to careers in both industry and academia. Many students choose the BSIE degree as the basis for graduate study in: Law Business Engineering Management science Mathematics Social sciences Medicine On the industry path, In the last few years our students accepted jobs at many well-known companies, including Google, Amazon, United Airlines, and Goldman Sachs. To obtain the Bachelor of Science degree, a total of 48 courses are required. Seven technical electives complete the 16-course major program. All McCormick School engineering students begin their engineering studies with the four-quarter sequence of Engineering Analysis and the two-quarter sequence of Design Thinking and Communication. Coursework in the major area usually begins sophomore year. CORE AREAS Coursework in industrial engineering and management sciences covers these core areas: Probability and statistics Operations research Applied behavioral science Engineering economy Computer programming and data management CONCENTRATIONS Concentrations are available in the following areas: Economics and finance General business management Industrial behavioral sciences Mathematical sciences/graduate research Production and logistics Statistics and quality control