Year:    2013

CAM-Net Digest, Vol. 10 (2013), Iss. 5 : p. 9

Abstract

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN OPERATIONAL RESEARCH AND RISK ANALYSIS
(运筹及风险分析理学硕士学位)
(FULL- TIME* / PART- TIME) (Programme Code: 63024)


Programme Aims and Objectives

* To produce graduates with strong operational research, risk analysis and statistical skills and a thorough understanding of their application in the world of modern operational research and risk analysis.

* To provide a solid theoretical foundation of operational research, risk analysis and statistics to its students, who will then be able to develop an outlook and powerful methodology that remains valuable in whatever careers they pursue in the fast moving world of business, commerce and finance.

Characteristics

Hong Kong is a gateway between East and West. As a global service centre, it plays a major role in interfacing between suppliers and customers around the world. To retain their leading competitive position in serving international markets, it is crucial for Hong Kong businesses to embrace best practices in operational research. As a result, companies are increasingly looking for innovative leaders with the vision and skill to manage their logistics. Moreover, this programme provides training in risk analysis so that graduates can serve policy makers and institutional investors, with foci on various types of financial products such as mutual funds.

Duration and Credit Requirement

Mode of Study: Mixed-mode (Full-time* / Part-time)
Normal Duration: 1.5 years (Full-time*)/3 years (Part-time)
Credits Required for Graduation: 30
Type of Funding: Self- financed
* Non-local applicants must be registered as full-time students.

Programme Structure

* 7 Compulsory Subjects (21 credit), and
* 3 Elective Subjects (9 credits) or a Dissertation (9 credits)

Entrance Requirements

* Bachelor's degree with Honours in engineering, computer science, basic science or the equivalent

* Industrial or business experience will be an asset

Career Prospect

Graduate would be able to pursue a variety of jobs related to operational research and risk analysis, in areas such as logistics service provision, retail, banking, procurement/sourcing and supply chain functions, and modern financial product development and pricing.

Enquiry:

Prof. Wong Heung Tel: 2766 6942 Email: heung.wong@polyu.edu.hk
Dr. Li Xun Tel: 2766 6939 Email: malixun@polyu.edu.hk
Dr. Eugene Lee Tel: 2766 6957 Email: eugene.lee@polyu.edu.hk
Miss Sylvia Chuang Tel: 3400 3141 Email: sylvia.chuang@polyu.edu.hk

For programme and admission information, please visit
www.polyu.edu.hk/ama/63024