• Business Analytics focuses primarily on three methodological aspects of analytics: applied statistics, simulation, and optimization and decision analysis. Our faculty develop, improve, and apply cutting-edge statistical, simulation, and optimization methods such as data mining, longitudinal and nonparametric analysis, discrete-event and agent-based computer simulation, integer programming, and stochastic optimization to a wide variety of problems and industries.
• Information Systems focuses primarily on behavioral and technical/computational issues. Lindner's Information Systems faculty members research topics related to how humans adopt, use, and adapt to technology, how organizational software can use information more effectively, and how databases and other technical systems might be improved, automated, or deployed more effectively.
• Operations Management focuses on research into how production and service systems transform inputs into outputs. This includes a diverse set of topics, such as inventory and supply chain management, transportation networks, service operations, quality, healthcare delivery systems, operations strategy, and developing policies and processes for matching capacity with demand.

OBAIS PhD graduates have been highly successful in both academic and academic-style industrial positions. Our course work includes mathematical programming, stochastic models, and applied statistics along with seminars on the latest developments in the field. Our students are encouraged to take courses from across the University of Cincinnati that combine to best meet their unique educational goals. Visit the programme website for more information

Career opportunities:

Recent graduates of Lindner's PhD in Operations, Business Analytics, and Information Systems programme have accepted positions at:

• Drexel University
• Elon University
• Ivey Business School
• Johns Hopkins University
• Kansas University
• Lehigh University
• McGill University
• Miami University
• Michigan State University
• Stevens Institute of Technology
• Towson University
• University of Dayton
• University of Louisville
• Xavier University

Programme Structure

To obtain additional information about the programme, we kindly suggest that you visit the programme website, where you can find further details and relevant resources.

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Admission requirements

Academic requirements

GPA: 3

English requirements

• Duolingo English Test: 115
• TOEFL iBT: 100
• IELTS: 7

Other requirements

General requirements

In order to apply, you will be asked to provide the following information:

• Résumé/vita outlining educational and work experience
• Statement of purpose (you can preview the essay for your program by starting an application)
• Any publications or scholarly works currently in progress (optional)
• Scanned transcripts
• Contact information for at least two references, faculty members (preferred), or professional colleagues who will provide letters of recommendation electronically
• GMAT or GRE score
• IELTS or TOEFL score (International applicants only)

Make sure you meet all requirements

Fees and funding

Tuition Fees

Additional Details

All students admitted to Lindner PhD programmes are eligible to receive four years of financial support via both assistantships and scholarships with additional funding available to support conference travel and research.

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Living costs

Cincinnati

United States

1,396-2,303 AUD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.