Overview
The doctoral program in Information Systems and Operations Management at Emory University offers two tracks:
Information Systems Track
- Information is a core concept in business, and information systems embody the essential processes that transmit, translate, and transform information within and between businesses.
- The IS track focuses on these phenomena from the standpoint of management practice, enterprise opportunity, and market possibilities. Strong candidates in the Information Systems track may have prior coursework and practical experience in computer programming, computer sciences, cognitive science, or aspects of systems design and implementation.
Operations Management Track
- Operations Management is a central business function that is concerned with the effective management of developing new products and services, as well as the logistics operations of production and distribution.
- Research in this area covers a wide array of topics and builds upon a variety of disciplines including Economics, Statistics, Psychology, and Operations Research. Candidates for the Operations Management track are expected to have a strong analytical background with coursework in mathematics, economics, or engineering.
Programme Structure
Topics in this program include:
- Information Systems
- Operations Management
- Economics
- Operations Research
- Ethics
- Dissertation Research
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
- GMAT — Required
English requirements
- TOEFL iBT — 100
Other requirements
General requirements
- Bachelor's Degree — We require a bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college. A master's degree is not necessary.
- High GMAT Test Score — Although there is no minimum score requirement, a good performance is weighted heavily by the Admissions Committee.
- Successful TOEFL Test Score — Required for all international applicants regardless of their academic experience or the age of their TOEFL score.
- Letters of Recommendation — We give considerable weight to letters of recommendation from faculty members that highlight a candidate's research potential, past academic achievements, and a commitment to scholarly endeavor.
- Apply Early — As the application process can take some time, we encourage you to apply as early as possible. Personal interviews will be conducted with selected candidates as part of the admission process.
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International: 68,844 AUD / year ≈ 48,800 USD / year
- Out-of-State: 68,844 AUD / year ≈ 48,800 USD / year
- Domestic / In-State: 68,844 AUD / year ≈ 48,800 USD / year
Living costs
Atlanta, United States — 1,711–3,115 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Scholarships: Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Information Systems and Operations Management.
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