Military Operations Research
The Military Operations Research Group at NC State includes active duty and veteran military members from all Services and our allies.
Last Updated: 08/20/2025 | All information is accurate and still up-to-date
Preparing for a Career in Military Operations Research?
The Military Operations Research Group at NC State includes active duty and veteran military members from all Services and our allies.
We understand active duty timelines and create individual advising plans to help you succeed.
You will work on many real-world problems. Check out our past projects.
Develop skills in areas like data analytics, logistics and healthcare improvement.
NC State Proudly Welcomes our Nation’s Veterans and Military Families
Why Military Operations Research at NC State?
Past Projects
- Expeditionary Military Logistics and Risk Analysis
- Military and Veteran Healthcare
- Deployable Additive Manufacturing (3D Printing)
First Semester Course Recommendations
- ISE = Industrial and Systems Engineering
- OR = Operations Research
- ST = Statistics
I am a …
Master of Operations Research (MOR non-thesis)
No Technical Background
- OR 501 Intro to Operations Research
- OR 504 Introduction to Math Programming
- ST 515 Experimental Statistics I
Technical Background
- OR 504 Introduction to Math Programming
- OR 560 Stochastic Models in Industrial Engineering
- ST 516 Experimental Statistics II
OR PRO TIP: Please confirm your course selections with your advisors.
Master of Science in Operations Research (MSOR thesis)
No Technical Background
- OR 501 Intro to Operations Research
- OR 504 Introduction to Math Programming
- OR 560 Stochastic Models in Industrial Engineering
Technical Background
- OR 504 Introduction to Math Programming
- OR 560 Stochastic Models in Industrial Engineering
- ST 516 Experimental Statistics II
OR PRO TIP: Please confirm your course selections with your advisors.
Ph.D. in Operations Research (Ph.D.)
Applied Emphasis
- ISE 754 Logistics Engineering
- OR 505 Linear Programming
- OR 760 Stochastic Models in Industrial Engineering
Theoretical Emphasis
- MA 523 Linear Transformations and Matrix Theory
- OR 504 Introduction to Math Programming
- OR 560 Stochastic Models in Industrial Engineering
or
- MA 523 Linear Transformations and Matrix Theory
- MA 546/ST 546 Probability and Stochastic Processes I
- OR 505 Probability and Stochastic Processes I
OR PRO TIP: Please confirm your course selections with your advisors.
Select Operations Research Courses
- BMA = Biomathematics
- CSC = Computer Science
- ISE = Industrial and Systems Engineering
- OR = Operations Research
- ST = Statistics
Algorithms, Data Analytics and Databases
Algorithms
CSC 505 Design and Analysis in ISE (Master level | Core OR)
OR 537 Computer Methods and Applications – Uses Python (Master level | Core OR)
Data Analytics
BMA 790 Intro to Machine Learning in Biology (Ph.D. level)
CSC 522 Automated Learning and Data Analysis (Master level)
CSC 591 Foundations of Data Science (Master level)
CSC 591 Neural Networks and Deep Learning (Master level)
CSC 722 Advanced Topics in Machine Learning (Ph.D. level)
ISE 535 Python Programming for ISE (Master level)
ISE 789 Data Science for ISE (Ph.D. level | Core OR)
ST 562 Applied Data Mining (Master level)
ST 563 Intro to Statistical Learning (Master level)
ST 588 Data Science for Statisticians (Master level)
Data Manipulation and Databases
CSC 540 Database Concepts (Master level)
ISE 519 Database Applications in ISE (Master level)
ST 555 Stats Programming – Uses SAS (Master level)
ST 562 Applied Data Mining (Master level)
Industrial Engineering, Optimization and Simulation
Industrial and Systems Engineering
ISE 510 Applied Engineering Economy (Master level)
ISE 511 Supply Chain Economics and Decision Making (Masters – level)
ISE 513 Humanitarian Logistics (Master level)
ISE 520 Healthcare System Performance I (Master level)
ISE 521 Healthcare System Performance II (Master level)
ISE 552 Design and Control of Production and Service Systems (Master level)
ISE 553 Modeling and Analysis of Supply Chains (Master level)
ISE 723 Production Planning, Scheduling and Inventory Control (Ph.D. level)
ISE 747 Reliability Engineering (Master level)
ISE 748 Quality Engineering (Master – level)
ISE 754 Logistics Engineering (Ph.D. level)
Optimization
ISE 789 Stochastic Optimization (Master level)
OR 501 Intro to OR (Master level | Core OR)
OR 504 Intro to Math Programming (Master level | Core OR) 1 2
OR 505 Linear Programming (Ph.D. level | Core OR) 1 2
OR 506 Algorithmic Methods in Nonlinear Programming (Master level | Core OR)
OR 705 Large Scale Linear Programming (Both levels)
OR 706 Nonlinear Programming (Ph.D. level | Core OR)
OR 708 Integer Programming (Ph.D. level | Core OR)
OR 709 Dynamic Programming (Both levels | Core OR) 1
OR 766 Network Flows (Both levels)
Simulation
OR 562 Intro to Machine Learning in Biology (Master level | Core OR)
OR 762 Automated Learning and Data Analysis (Master level | Core OR)
OR 772 Foundations of Data Science (Master level | Core OR)
Statistics and Stochastic Models
Statistics
ST 515 Experimental Statistics I (Master level)
ST 516 Experimental Statistics II (Master level | Core OR)
ST 711 Design of Experiments (Ph.D. level)
Stochastic Models
OR 560 Stochastic Models in ISE (Master level | Core OR)
OR 760 Applied Stochastic Models in ISE (Ph.D. level | Core OR)
OR 761 Queues and Stochastic Service Systems (Ph.D. level | Core OR)
Why is “Military Friendly” Important?
First, when you attend a military-friendly university, you gain access to resources created for service members. Moreover, these schools understand the challenges of military life and provide guidance tailored to your background. In addition, you receive support that helps you adjust to academic expectations after time in the military. Furthermore, universities with strong veteran programs often grant credit for prior training, which saves you valuable time. As a result, you progress toward graduation more quickly while building on your existing skills.
Likewise, these schools design flexible schedules that fit your duties, deployments or family responsibilities. Therefore, you do not have to choose between military service and educational success. Meanwhile, supportive advisors help you balance coursework with career goals inside and outside the military. Similarly, you connect with other veterans and service members who share your experiences. Consequently, you create a network that encourages you and pushes you toward success.
Additionally, many military-friendly schools offer dedicated career services focused on service-related advancement. Thus, you receive guidance that matches your academic work with opportunities for promotion. At the same time, you learn how to translate your military achievements into civilian career language. In fact, employers often respect degrees from universities known for strong military support. Hence, you enter the job market with credentials that hold extra weight.
Finally, choosing a military-friendly university enhances your entire student experience. Ultimately, you strengthen your academic and professional development while honoring your service. Altogether, you leave with a degree, expanded skills, and a community that values your commitment. In the end, you gain an education supporting your career, service, and future.