Ph.D. in Applied Management and Decision Sciences Specialization ~ Operations Research
 Global competition, a rapidly evolving and knowledge-based economy, and a more diverse workforce place unprecedented demands on today's managers, policy makers and administrators. Forward thinking and effective leaders expecting to succeed in this environment understand the need for continuous learning.
At Walden, you'll find a learning environment specifically designed for working professionals who want the flexibility of an online program combined with quality education that you can directly apply to real-world challenges. Walden's Ph.D. in Applied Management and Decision Sciences Program prepares you to anticipate the impact of global interdependencies, technology and diversity on you and on the organizations you lead. Based on your applied research, you will gain a deeper understanding of the primary trends impacting the 21st century enterprise in terms of such important management disciplines as:
- Leadership and organizational change
- Knowledge and learning management
- Decision-making
- Finance
The program's curriculum complements current business practices and technological advances-positioning Walden graduates as strategic leaders for the new millennium.
Walden offers maximum flexibility for students to choose a specialization within their program of study that matches their specific needs and interests. Degree requirements and program components of each specialization are results-oriented and designed to offer busy professionals an understanding of leading edge, 21st century management practices.
Operations Research
This specialization (often referred to as Management Science or by the acronym OR/MS) prepares you to understand new and innovative approaches to operations management.
Career Options
- Entrepreneur
- CEO
- Independent Consultant
- Executive
- Senior Manager
- Senior Administrator
- Publisher
- Public Official
- Higher Education Faculty and Administrator
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