The document provides information about the Masters programs in Operational Research (OR) and Applied Operational Research (AOR) offered by the Department of Operational Research at the University of Delhi. The 2-year programs aim to develop students' skills in OR tools and their application to business problems through coursework covering topics like mathematical programming, statistics, and simulation. A key component is a 6-month industry project where students work with companies to analyze real operational issues using quantitative methods and provide recommendations. Past projects have addressed areas like supply chain management, inventory optimization, and distribution systems.
This study focuses on determining a working ‘selection criteria model’ that will help Information
Technology (IT) companies choose the right candidates to work on their IT projects in areas such as system
design, requirement gathering and management,
ISTTM is the top business school in Hyderabad, India offering professional MBA & PGDM courses approved by AICTE. We have highly qualified faculty and industry experts as our professors and guest lecturers. We train our students to master both technical & management aspects of business. We have 100% placements every year. In our B-school we follow a practical oriented approach in teaching. We have PGDM programs with specialisation in Digital Marketing & E-Commerce, Telecom & IT Management, Business analytics, Infrastructure Management, Marketing, HR & Finance.
Study of Performance Appraisal System for Faculty Members in Selected Managem...ijtsrd
"Performance Appraisal provides a periodic review and evaluation of an individual’s job performance. Although the appraisal forms may only be completed once a year, the job of performance appraisal is continuous – sometimes daily and requires effective communication on both the part of the supervisor and the Respondent. The supervisor is ultimately responsible to make sure these conversations actually take place and are documented. It is essential that the supervisor hold all performance discussions and documentation in complete confidence. Every organization is having an objective towards optimum performance and the Respondent is the key in achieving it. It is necessary that the Respondents performance should reach optimality for the success of the organization. Many organizations are having performance appraisal systems to evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of their Respondent using linguistic labels to their performance. In a production unit, Respondent performance is proportional to the quality and quantity of production, where as in case of educational institute there is no such direct tool available to evaluate the productivity of its faculty members. In judging efficiency of faculty members, often the institute deals with vague or imprecise data resulting to an inconsistence performance evaluation. This study has been particularly taken by the researcher to understand the present scenario of the institute performance appraisal system in these colleges. Researcher wants to find out the weather appraisal is really helping Respondents for the better future or not. Mr. Santosh V. Hasure | Mr. Viraj V. Jadhav ""Study of Performance Appraisal System for Faculty Members in Selected Management Institutes Affiliated to Shivaji University Kolhapur"" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Special Issue | Fostering Innovation, Integration and Inclusion Through Interdisciplinary Practices in Management , March 2019, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd23069.pdf
Paper URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/management/hrm-and-retail-business/23069/study-of-performance-appraisal-system-for-faculty-members-in-selected-management-institutes-affiliated-to-shivaji-university-kolhapur/mr-santosh-v-hasure"
This study focuses on determining a working ‘selection criteria model’ that will help Information
Technology (IT) companies choose the right candidates to work on their IT projects in areas such as system
design, requirement gathering and management,
ISTTM is the top business school in Hyderabad, India offering professional MBA & PGDM courses approved by AICTE. We have highly qualified faculty and industry experts as our professors and guest lecturers. We train our students to master both technical & management aspects of business. We have 100% placements every year. In our B-school we follow a practical oriented approach in teaching. We have PGDM programs with specialisation in Digital Marketing & E-Commerce, Telecom & IT Management, Business analytics, Infrastructure Management, Marketing, HR & Finance.
Study of Performance Appraisal System for Faculty Members in Selected Managem...ijtsrd
"Performance Appraisal provides a periodic review and evaluation of an individual’s job performance. Although the appraisal forms may only be completed once a year, the job of performance appraisal is continuous – sometimes daily and requires effective communication on both the part of the supervisor and the Respondent. The supervisor is ultimately responsible to make sure these conversations actually take place and are documented. It is essential that the supervisor hold all performance discussions and documentation in complete confidence. Every organization is having an objective towards optimum performance and the Respondent is the key in achieving it. It is necessary that the Respondents performance should reach optimality for the success of the organization. Many organizations are having performance appraisal systems to evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of their Respondent using linguistic labels to their performance. In a production unit, Respondent performance is proportional to the quality and quantity of production, where as in case of educational institute there is no such direct tool available to evaluate the productivity of its faculty members. In judging efficiency of faculty members, often the institute deals with vague or imprecise data resulting to an inconsistence performance evaluation. This study has been particularly taken by the researcher to understand the present scenario of the institute performance appraisal system in these colleges. Researcher wants to find out the weather appraisal is really helping Respondents for the better future or not. Mr. Santosh V. Hasure | Mr. Viraj V. Jadhav ""Study of Performance Appraisal System for Faculty Members in Selected Management Institutes Affiliated to Shivaji University Kolhapur"" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Special Issue | Fostering Innovation, Integration and Inclusion Through Interdisciplinary Practices in Management , March 2019, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd23069.pdf
Paper URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/management/hrm-and-retail-business/23069/study-of-performance-appraisal-system-for-faculty-members-in-selected-management-institutes-affiliated-to-shivaji-university-kolhapur/mr-santosh-v-hasure"
Making Management Education in India Meet Global Qualitypaperpublications3
Abstract:Management education in India is under increasing demand with close on a lakh of students passing out each year. Demand has especially increased after changes towards privatization and globalization, offering great potential to aspiring MBA students. According to the Business Standard dated 20th March 21, 2014 “India’s Marquee B-schools make a dash for global recognition”. Tangible benefits of international accreditation attract global faculty and students besides helping justify higher fees. Further, B-schools are not satisfied with a single accreditation, but want the triple-crown, namely. Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), Association of MBAs (AMBA) and European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS).
Keywords:Management education, Global recognition.
Graduate employability and industry partnershipRéda ALLAL
The role of university-industry partnership for enhancing graduate employability
Mr Reda Allal
EMMAG ERASMUS Final Conference
Valencia University, 2016
Role of Pre-Employment Training in Enhancing Employability of Diploma EngineersINFOGAIN PUBLICATION
This paper presents an empirical study conducted to find out the role of pre-employment training in enhancement of employability. The study was specifically focused upon the automobile cluster employing the fresh engineering diploma holders. The universe of the study consisted of 26 such industries. Stratified random sampling technique was employed for drawing the sample classified into two groups: - 1) Managerial level and 2) Supervisory level consisting of engineering diploma holders. Standardized scales were administered to 572 Ss out of which 12 responses were dropped down, and 560 Ss were retained in the final sample put to experimentation. Descriptive and analytical research techniques were applied for the analysis of the data collected during the experiment. Statistical tools like ‘Cronbach alpha coefficient’, ‘Pearson correlation coefficient’, ‘Analysis of variance (ANOVA)’ etc were employed for treatment of the collected data for drawing the useful conclusions and testing of the hypotheses. From the experimental analysis the employability of diploma engineers was found to be associated with pre-employment training. Such a study focused on the fresh engineering diploma holders employable by the industries has yet not been reported in the literature.
Conceptual framework provides the steps in planning and implementing tracer studies on the alumni of engineering institutions. One can update the curriculum, improve the instructional methods, etc.
An Assessment of Knowledge, Skills, and Attitudes of Accountancy Business and...IJAEMSJORNAL
This research study aimed to assess the core competencies acquired by the ABM senior high school students of Cabanatuan City, Nueva Ecija. This assessment was done during their Work Immersion at ASKI Group of Companies, Inc. Corporate Office located at 105 Maharlika Highway, Cabanatuan City, Nueva Ecija. The study revealed that majority of the respondents agreed that students were already knowledgeable when it comes to different areas like common terminologies used in a workplace. It also shows that they are already skilled and possessed qualities needed to be competent. However, some respondents mentioned that some students still cannot analyze problem effectively and were not able to demonstrate good judgment in handling routine problems.
FRAME WORK ANALYSIS (STAGE 4): PROPOSING A VALIDATED FRAME WORK TO ENHANCE TH...IAEME Publication
The findings/frame work from the third stage of frame work analysis gets further validated / tested by the Grounded theory for one final time in the fourth stage of frame work analysis. The researcher used NVIVO 12 for data analysis due to the “Time and Efforts factor” involved. The Frame Work proposed by the Researcher in the Third Stage of Frame Work Analysis gets validated in the Fourth and Final stage – No New Variables/Relationships emerged or got eliminated. Very few studies have dealt with Pre-Adoption Variables in the past. Unraveling the Pre-Adoption Variables and its influences on the process of adoption are the Theoretical Contributions of the researcher to the Innovation Adoption Literature
DPGITM (A Unit of Ch. Partap Singh memorial charitable Trust) is an engineering Institute with a lush green campus having excellent infrastructure, Experienced Faculty, Well Furnished Classrooms, equipped with Audio-Visual aids , Well Stocked Library, Well Equipped Labs and Workshop with Eco-Friendly Environment in heart of Gurgaon (NCR)
Making Management Education in India Meet Global Qualitypaperpublications3
Abstract:Management education in India is under increasing demand with close on a lakh of students passing out each year. Demand has especially increased after changes towards privatization and globalization, offering great potential to aspiring MBA students. According to the Business Standard dated 20th March 21, 2014 “India’s Marquee B-schools make a dash for global recognition”. Tangible benefits of international accreditation attract global faculty and students besides helping justify higher fees. Further, B-schools are not satisfied with a single accreditation, but want the triple-crown, namely. Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), Association of MBAs (AMBA) and European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS).
Keywords:Management education, Global recognition.
Graduate employability and industry partnershipRéda ALLAL
The role of university-industry partnership for enhancing graduate employability
Mr Reda Allal
EMMAG ERASMUS Final Conference
Valencia University, 2016
Role of Pre-Employment Training in Enhancing Employability of Diploma EngineersINFOGAIN PUBLICATION
This paper presents an empirical study conducted to find out the role of pre-employment training in enhancement of employability. The study was specifically focused upon the automobile cluster employing the fresh engineering diploma holders. The universe of the study consisted of 26 such industries. Stratified random sampling technique was employed for drawing the sample classified into two groups: - 1) Managerial level and 2) Supervisory level consisting of engineering diploma holders. Standardized scales were administered to 572 Ss out of which 12 responses were dropped down, and 560 Ss were retained in the final sample put to experimentation. Descriptive and analytical research techniques were applied for the analysis of the data collected during the experiment. Statistical tools like ‘Cronbach alpha coefficient’, ‘Pearson correlation coefficient’, ‘Analysis of variance (ANOVA)’ etc were employed for treatment of the collected data for drawing the useful conclusions and testing of the hypotheses. From the experimental analysis the employability of diploma engineers was found to be associated with pre-employment training. Such a study focused on the fresh engineering diploma holders employable by the industries has yet not been reported in the literature.
Conceptual framework provides the steps in planning and implementing tracer studies on the alumni of engineering institutions. One can update the curriculum, improve the instructional methods, etc.
An Assessment of Knowledge, Skills, and Attitudes of Accountancy Business and...IJAEMSJORNAL
This research study aimed to assess the core competencies acquired by the ABM senior high school students of Cabanatuan City, Nueva Ecija. This assessment was done during their Work Immersion at ASKI Group of Companies, Inc. Corporate Office located at 105 Maharlika Highway, Cabanatuan City, Nueva Ecija. The study revealed that majority of the respondents agreed that students were already knowledgeable when it comes to different areas like common terminologies used in a workplace. It also shows that they are already skilled and possessed qualities needed to be competent. However, some respondents mentioned that some students still cannot analyze problem effectively and were not able to demonstrate good judgment in handling routine problems.
FRAME WORK ANALYSIS (STAGE 4): PROPOSING A VALIDATED FRAME WORK TO ENHANCE TH...IAEME Publication
The findings/frame work from the third stage of frame work analysis gets further validated / tested by the Grounded theory for one final time in the fourth stage of frame work analysis. The researcher used NVIVO 12 for data analysis due to the “Time and Efforts factor” involved. The Frame Work proposed by the Researcher in the Third Stage of Frame Work Analysis gets validated in the Fourth and Final stage – No New Variables/Relationships emerged or got eliminated. Very few studies have dealt with Pre-Adoption Variables in the past. Unraveling the Pre-Adoption Variables and its influences on the process of adoption are the Theoretical Contributions of the researcher to the Innovation Adoption Literature
DPGITM (A Unit of Ch. Partap Singh memorial charitable Trust) is an engineering Institute with a lush green campus having excellent infrastructure, Experienced Faculty, Well Furnished Classrooms, equipped with Audio-Visual aids , Well Stocked Library, Well Equipped Labs and Workshop with Eco-Friendly Environment in heart of Gurgaon (NCR)
Programación anual lalo 2017_secundaria_comunicacion no focalizado JER y JECLalo Vásquez Machicao
Programación anual lalo 2017_secundaria_comunicación no focalizado JER y JEC , si bien es cierto es el mismo esquema se debe contextualizar y tomar en cuenta el tiempo segun sea el caso
A new Enterprise Excellence Group has been established
at WIT Business School, as evidence of the continued
commitment by WIT to the creation of new knowledge,
innovative products and services in the region. It provides the creating spaces for networking, knowledge exchange and an opportunity to engage with cutting edge ideas in lean management theory and practice.
Top Institutes for Data Science in Bangalore.docxJayaMahapatra2
Data science has emerged as a crucial field in today's digital era, with vast opportunities for individuals seeking a career in analytics, machine learning, and artificial intelligence. As the demand for skilled data scientists continues to rise, the importance of choosing the right institute for data science education becomes paramount. In Bangalore, known as the Silicon Valley of India, several institutes offer comprehensive data science programs tailored to meet industry demands. In this article, we'll explore the top institutes for data science in Bangalore, helping you make an informed decision about your educational journey.
1. Introduction to Data Science
Data science is an interdisciplinary field that utilizes scientific methods, algorithms, and systems to extract insights and knowledge from structured and unstructured data. It encompasses various domains such as statistics, mathematics, computer science, and domain-specific knowledge to analyze complex data sets and make data-driven decisions.
Importance of Data Science Institutes
Data science institutes play a pivotal role in shaping the future of aspiring data scientists by providing them with the necessary skills, knowledge, and practical experience required to excel in the field. These institutes offer structured learning programs, hands-on training, and exposure to industry tools and technologies, making graduates job-ready in a competitive market.
Factors to Consider While Choosing a Data Science Institute
Before enrolling in a data science institute, it's essential to consider several factors to ensure you select the right one for your educational needs. These factors include:
Top Data Science Institutes in Bangalore
International Institute of Business Studies (IIBS)
IIBS Institute is a leading institution for data science education, offering a range of programs tailored to meet the diverse needs of students. With a curriculum designed in collaboration with industry experts, state-of-the-art infrastructure, and hands-on learning opportunities, IIBS Institute equips graduates with the skills and knowledge required to thrive in the dynamic field of data science.
ABC Institute
ABC Institute is another prominent player in the data science education landscape, known for its innovative teaching methodologies and industry-aligned curriculum. The institute boasts a team of experienced faculty members, a strong industry network, and a track record of placing graduates in top companies across various sectors.
DEF Institute
DEF Institute stands out for its focus on practical learning and industry projects, providing students with hands-on experience in solving real-world data challenges. With a robust mentorship program, internship opportunities, and career guidance services, DEF Institute prepares students for successful careers in data science.
Course Curriculum and Specializations Offered
Each of these institutes offers a comprehensive curriculum covering foundational concepts,
Introduction to Data Science Institutes
Data science institutes play a crucial role in shaping the future of aspiring data scientists by providing them with the necessary skills and knowledge required to excel in this field. These institutes offer a structured curriculum, hands-on training, and exposure to real-world projects, preparing students for successful careers in data science.
Importance of Data Science Education
In today's data-driven world, the demand for skilled data scientists is on the rise across various industries such as healthcare, finance, marketing, and technology. Data science education equips individuals with the ability to analyze large datasets, extract valuable insights, and make informed decisions, thereby driving innovation and business growth.
Factors to Consider When Choosing a Data Science Institute
When selecting a data science institute, several factors need to be taken into consideration to ensure a fulfilling learning experience and a promising career trajectory.
Location
The location of the institute is an important consideration, as it can impact factors such as accessibility, cost of living, and networking opportunities. Bangalore, with its vibrant tech ecosystem, is an ideal location for pursuing data science education.
Reputation
The reputation of the institute reflects its quality of education, faculty expertise, and industry connections. Aspiring data scientists should research the reputation of various institutes to choose one that is highly regarded within the industry.
Curriculum
A comprehensive curriculum that covers a wide range of topics including statistics, machine learning, data visualization, and big data technologies is essential for gaining a strong foundation in data science.
Faculty
Experienced and knowledgeable faculty members play a crucial role in providing quality education and mentorship to students. Prospective students should inquire about the qualifications and expertise of the faculty members at different institutes.
Overview of Bangalore as a Hub for Data Science Institutes
Bangalore, often referred to as the Silicon Valley of India, is home to numerous technology companies, startups, and research institutions, making it a thriving hub for data science education and innovation. The city's vibrant ecosystem provides ample opportunities for students to engage with industry professionals, participate in internships, and access cutting-edge research facilities.
Top Data Science Institutes in Bangalore
Several prestigious institutes in Bangalore offer data science programs that are highly regarded for their quality of education, faculty expertise, and industry relevance. Some of the top data science institutes in Bangalore include:
I. Indian Institute of Science (IISc)
2.International Institute of Information Technology (IIIT)
3.Great Learning
Comparison of Institutes
Prospective students can evaluate different data science institutes based on various criteria such as curriculum,
Presentation of the recent OLT funded Leadership Project on creating a sustainable quality process for mediating an institutions online learning environments (OLEs). Presented at Griffith University & Feb 2013.
Things to Evaluate while Looking for a Fulfilling Tenure in Data Science (1)....Analytixlabs
An excellent syllabus is in line with industry requirements and is up-to-date. The same should mandate mid-term internships and encompass all the necessary skill development components relevant to the present industry.
Chatty Kathy - UNC Bootcamp Final Project Presentation - Final Version - 5.23...John Andrews
SlideShare Description for "Chatty Kathy - UNC Bootcamp Final Project Presentation"
Title: Chatty Kathy: Enhancing Physical Activity Among Older Adults
Description:
Discover how Chatty Kathy, an innovative project developed at the UNC Bootcamp, aims to tackle the challenge of low physical activity among older adults. Our AI-driven solution uses peer interaction to boost and sustain exercise levels, significantly improving health outcomes. This presentation covers our problem statement, the rationale behind Chatty Kathy, synthetic data and persona creation, model performance metrics, a visual demonstration of the project, and potential future developments. Join us for an insightful Q&A session to explore the potential of this groundbreaking project.
Project Team: Jay Requarth, Jana Avery, John Andrews, Dr. Dick Davis II, Nee Buntoum, Nam Yeongjin & Mat Nicholas
As Europe's leading economic powerhouse and the fourth-largest hashtag#economy globally, Germany stands at the forefront of innovation and industrial might. Renowned for its precision engineering and high-tech sectors, Germany's economic structure is heavily supported by a robust service industry, accounting for approximately 68% of its GDP. This economic clout and strategic geopolitical stance position Germany as a focal point in the global cyber threat landscape.
In the face of escalating global tensions, particularly those emanating from geopolitical disputes with nations like hashtag#Russia and hashtag#China, hashtag#Germany has witnessed a significant uptick in targeted cyber operations. Our analysis indicates a marked increase in hashtag#cyberattack sophistication aimed at critical infrastructure and key industrial sectors. These attacks range from ransomware campaigns to hashtag#AdvancedPersistentThreats (hashtag#APTs), threatening national security and business integrity.
🔑 Key findings include:
🔍 Increased frequency and complexity of cyber threats.
🔍 Escalation of state-sponsored and criminally motivated cyber operations.
🔍 Active dark web exchanges of malicious tools and tactics.
Our comprehensive report delves into these challenges, using a blend of open-source and proprietary data collection techniques. By monitoring activity on critical networks and analyzing attack patterns, our team provides a detailed overview of the threats facing German entities.
This report aims to equip stakeholders across public and private sectors with the knowledge to enhance their defensive strategies, reduce exposure to cyber risks, and reinforce Germany's resilience against cyber threats.
Levelwise PageRank with Loop-Based Dead End Handling Strategy : SHORT REPORT ...Subhajit Sahu
Abstract — Levelwise PageRank is an alternative method of PageRank computation which decomposes the input graph into a directed acyclic block-graph of strongly connected components, and processes them in topological order, one level at a time. This enables calculation for ranks in a distributed fashion without per-iteration communication, unlike the standard method where all vertices are processed in each iteration. It however comes with a precondition of the absence of dead ends in the input graph. Here, the native non-distributed performance of Levelwise PageRank was compared against Monolithic PageRank on a CPU as well as a GPU. To ensure a fair comparison, Monolithic PageRank was also performed on a graph where vertices were split by components. Results indicate that Levelwise PageRank is about as fast as Monolithic PageRank on the CPU, but quite a bit slower on the GPU. Slowdown on the GPU is likely caused by a large submission of small workloads, and expected to be non-issue when the computation is performed on massive graphs.
Adjusting primitives for graph : SHORT REPORT / NOTESSubhajit Sahu
Graph algorithms, like PageRank Compressed Sparse Row (CSR) is an adjacency-list based graph representation that is
Multiply with different modes (map)
1. Performance of sequential execution based vs OpenMP based vector multiply.
2. Comparing various launch configs for CUDA based vector multiply.
Sum with different storage types (reduce)
1. Performance of vector element sum using float vs bfloat16 as the storage type.
Sum with different modes (reduce)
1. Performance of sequential execution based vs OpenMP based vector element sum.
2. Performance of memcpy vs in-place based CUDA based vector element sum.
3. Comparing various launch configs for CUDA based vector element sum (memcpy).
4. Comparing various launch configs for CUDA based vector element sum (in-place).
Sum with in-place strategies of CUDA mode (reduce)
1. Comparing various launch configs for CUDA based vector element sum (in-place).
3. The mission of the Department of Operational
Research is to be the key educational and research
unit of the University of Delhi in meeting the
challenges of the information-driven, process-
oriented competitive business environment. The OR
Department is committed to meeting the
challenging educational and research needs of
business in the functional areas of operational and
the allieddisciplines.
The holistic development of students ensures that
they accomplish great results in diverse sectors
such as analytics, research, marketing,
manufacturing and services, leading to higher
productivity and growth in society.
MISSION
4. CONTENTS
An Invitation From The Head of Department 01
AnOverview 02
About Operational Research 03
Areas of Application 04
The Masters Programme 07
CourseStructure 08
Real BusinessIntelligence 09
Curriculum Highlights 10
Faculty Profile 11
Infrastructure 12
CorporateAssociation 13
Student Initiatives 14
Student's Profile2016-2017 16
5. In a fast changing technology driven world, it is indeed a challenging
task to provide proficient manpower that cater to the needs of the
industry for their decision-making. Although thousands of students
successfully graduate from various universities in India every year, the
course content unfortunately is not exactly in line with operations and
research requirements of the business community. With this
objective in view, the Department of Operational Research, University
of Delhi has pioneered in introducing a two-year Post Graduate
Programme in Operational Research (OR) way back in 1963. In 1994,
the Department also introduced a Post Graduate Programme in
Applied Operational Research (AOR) at South Campus. Both the
programmes envisage to develop and upgrade the skills and
proficiency of the students in a balanced manner keeping focus on
operational research tools in conjunction with required inputs of
mathematics, statistics and computer science. With the emergence of
Data Science as a new discipline, which impacts different industries
and professions in different ways and considering its close
relationship to OR, the OR algorithms are highly desirable for
applications on real-world data.
Many of our students are occupying key positions in reputed private and public sector undertakings such as
Business Industry and academics (leading Teaching and Research Institutes) in India and abroad and have
brought laurels to theDepartment.
I am privileged to be the part of this Department, in as much as it gives me immense satisfaction for having
contributed in guiding the students, giving them confidence and preparing them with Operational Research skills,
to make significant contributions to the industry in the course of their work. Given our emphasis on industry
interaction at all levels, I would like to invite your esteemed organisation to participate in our campus placement
programme and be part of our strive of making the untapped talentshine.
I wish all the students very best in their career endeavour and have no hesitation to say that each and everyone
who passes out of this Department will prove to be a worthy asset to the respective organisations they are
introducedinto.
AN INVITATION FROM
THE HEAD OF DEPARTMENT
01
Prof.(Dr.) P.C. JHA
Head of Department
Department of OperationalResearch
UniversityofDelhi
The students of our Department, selected through a rigorous process, also guided and trained through a
constantly updated curriculum, are amongst the best of the skilled talent available. The curriculum of both OR
and AOR Programmes are being exposed to the industrial decision-making through the project work in the
prominent business establishments, with a view to gain in-depth knowledge about the changing business and
industrialscenario.
6. Established in 1922, the University of Delhi is today truly a pioneering institution, known for its high
standards in teaching and research, internationally renowned faculty, reputed departments and
above all for its commitment to impart quality, variety, depth and relevance in education to the
students.
With extensive research libraries and superb cultural and recreational facilities, the university
attracts students from all corners of the globe. At present, there are 14 faculties, 86 academic
departments and 79 colleges spread all over the city of Delhi, with over 220,000 students enrolled in
various programmes.
A World Class University
DU OR - Centre of Excellence
Operational Research (OR) as a subject was introduced in the University of Delhi in 1963 with the
introduction of a two-year Post Graduate programme. A decade later the Department of Operational
Research was independently set up under the Faculty of Mathematical Sciences. Being the first to
start a Post Graduate programme in Operational Research in India, it is widely acknowledged as
one of the leading OR departments in India.
In 1994, the Department also introduced a Post Graduate programme in Applied Operational
Research (AOR) at the South Campus of the University of Delhi. Besides these courses, the
Department also offers M.Phil and Doctorate programmes. The Department of OR has successfully
completed over 50 glorious years in the field of education. Since the very beginning, this department
has played a significant role in nurturing and preparing its students for leaving an imprint on the
world and making a mark for themselves in every sphere of life.
Dynamic Interaction and Networking
Students receive close guidance and support from the faculty and project leaders who help to
ensure the success of the industry projects. They come from diverse cultural and educational
backgrounds and bring a broad set of perspectives to create a cooperative learning environment.
They make connections to industry through their project work and through the alumni network.
AN OVERVIEW
02
7. ABOUT OPERATIONAL RESEARCH
Overview
Operational Research is a management science to aid decision making and improve efficiency of the
system and hence augment overall functioning of the system. It derives itself from the motive of
utility maximisation and expenditure minimisation. As a formal discipline it originated from the
efforts of military planners (being constrained by resources) in World War II. Since that time, OR has
expanded in and as : Mathematical Programming, Network Analysis, System Reliability, Queueing,
Inventory Management, Marketing Management, Pricing Science, Forecasting, Logistics, Simulations.
Because of the computational nature of these fields, OR also has ties to computer science and
programming, and operational researchers regularly use custom-written or off-the- shelfsoftware.
Operational Research is distinguished by its frequent use to examine an entire system, rather than
concentrating only on specific elements (though this is often does as well). An operational
researcher faced with a new problem is expected to determine which techniques are most
appropriate given the nature of the system, the goals for improvement, and constraints on time and
computingpower.
“The high-tech held of OR offers numerous excellent opportunities to boost performance
immediately. Yet time remains to skim the cream before everyone wakes up to the projects. When
most do wake up, companies that are not taking full advantage of OR will leave serious money on
the table and be outranked by competitors.”
- Randy Robinson, OR Practitioner, USA
Why OR?
Better Control : The management of large organizations recognize that it is a difficult and costly
affair to provide continuous executive supervision to every routine work. An O.R. approach may
provide the executive with an analytical and quantitative basis to identify the problem area . The
most frequently adopted applications in this category deal with production scheduling and
inventory replenishment.
Better Systems : Often, an O.R. approach is initiated to analyze a particular problem of decision
making such as best location for factories, whether to open a new warehouse, etc. It also helps in
selecting economical means of transportation, jobs sequencing, production scheduling,
replacement of old machinery, etc.
Better Decisions: O.R. Models help in improved decision making and reduce the risk of making
erroneous decisions. O.R. approach gives the executive an improved insight into how he makes
decisions.
Better Co-ordination: An operations-research oriented planning model helps in coordinating
different divisions of a company.
03
8. As Operational Research can make and has made contributions in virtually all industries, the list of past
and prospective applications is prodigious. To sample from the applications universe, here is a brief look
at OR in major business functions.
Board Room and Senior Executive Offices
Senior executive applications include, for example, mergers and acquisitions, major
expansions, valuation of companies or operating units, facility location, and redesign of the entire
supply chain. In companies that operate through large contacts, the ability of OR methods to help them
with price setting and risk reductions in competitive bidding are keys to gaining an edge. OR techniques
make it possible to quantify risk, vital information in executive aspects normally thought to be beyond
the reach of general analysis.
Manufacturing & Service Operations, Distribution,
Transportation and Telecommunication
The myriad applications include scheduling of all kinds, routing, improvement of work elimination
of bottlenecks, inventory control, business process re-engineering, site selection, facility planning and
general operational planning. Manufacturing companies make heavy use of simulation. Transportation
and telecommunication companies make heavy use of optimisation. In fact, most OR methods are well
exercised throughout this area. The names Operational Analysis and Operations Management often
appear as synonyms for OR in operations.
Finance and Control
The core financial applications occur in investment, lending and borrowing, financial planning and
insurance. Mathematical models, signatures of OR, have become common in finance. Much publicity
surrounds the investment applications, especially in connection with newer investment media like
financial derivatives. The index fund was invented by OR people, so were key advances in investment
performance measurement. But the past and prospective OR successes cover a much wider range,
including company financial projections and forecast, valuations of companies and product lines,
selection of corporate borrowing vehicles, hedging, foreign currency analysis, treasury operations,
analysis of taxes, asset and liability management in commercial banks and credit approval. The popular
term financial engineering serves typically as a synonym for OR in finance.
Market Research
As in finance, the opportunities to gain a competitive edge through quantitative analysis is multiplying in
marketing. These opportunities arise first in strategic marketing. Strategic applications include general
planning, sales forecasting, market selection, market measurement, segmentation and targeting, and
product portfolio analysis. Other opportunities present themselves in tactical marketing. They include
decisions about pricing and promotions, sales-force sizing and deployment, location of distribution
facilities, advertising and product design. Paralleling the name financial engineering is the currently
popular name marketing engineering, which ordinarily means OR in marketing.
AREAS OF APPLICATION
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9. Information Technology
The impact of OR in IT sector is growing. OR techniques are being used in the form of softwares such as
Decision Support System (DSS), Online Analytical Processing (OLAP), SAS OR, Oracle Project Suite,
Optimisation Components of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Systems, etc. OR also assists in
developing stages of softwares, precisely in software testing and accounting software reliability. With
such interdependence of OR and IT, having professionals with knowledge of both is an advantage to the
organisation.
Human Resources
Scheduling
Revenue Management
Revenue Management, also called Yield Management, entails accurately forecasting demand and then
adjusting prices over time to profitably allocate fixed capacity. This can be termed as super intelligent
pricing. It shares much in common with the application of competitive bidding. Developed originally
for pricing and booking of airline seats, the approach has spread to hotels, rental car firms, broadcasting,
and more recently tomanufacturing.
Supply Chain Management
Supply chain decisions dictate the who-what-when-where all the way from purchasing and transporting
materials and parts through manufacturing products, and finally distributing and delivering products to
customers. The prime management goal might be to reduce overall costs, very large in many companies,
while filling customer orders even faster than before. The power of OR methods makes it possible to
examine this complex chain comprehensively and to search among a huge number of combinations for
those that seem most beneficial.
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The military services apply OR extensively for personnel planning and related HR purposes. While not as
many HR applications in business have been made known outside client organisations, the
opportunities, where choices are made in complex situations, are increasing. The most likely topics
include analysis of retirement plans and other benefit plans, compensation studies and planning,
compliance with regulations and reduction of travel expenses.
Operational Scheduling is critical to the success of an organization, however, it can be a very complicated
task. Effective schedules are needed to meet promised customer delivery dates by allocating optimal
resources, determining job sequences and start and end date of any project. This helps achieve targets in
time and within the allocated budget.
10. Inventory Analysis
Portfolio Management
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Inventory Analysis refers to a set of metrics used to optimize inventory levels — minimizing stock
outs without overstocking. The more frequently you can turn over inventory, the higher your gross
profits. Stock outs and backorders cut into gross profits, but so do overstocked items, known as
safety stock. These items take up valuable space and require extra operations that drain cash from
the business. As an OR analyst we are equipped to help you better analyze and manage your
inventory levels.
Portfolio management is the art and science of making decisions about investment mix and policy,
matching investments to objectives, asset allocation for individuals and institutions, and balancing
risk against performance. Portfolio management is all about strengths, weaknesses, opportunities
and threats in the choice of debt vs. equity, domestic vs. international, growth vs. safety, and many
other tradeoffs encountered in the attempt to maximize return at a given appetite for risk.
11. The Department offers two Post Graduate Programmes, namely M.Sc. Operational Research, which is
taught at the North Campus of the University of Delhi, and M.A./M.Sc. Applied Operational Research,
taught at the SouthCampus.
A Programme Like No Other
Both the programmes, M.Sc. OR and M.A./M.Sc. AOR provide unparalleled depth and experience for
students and industry professionals interested in the quantitative analysis of business
problems.
The programmes prepare students from different backgrounds for rewarding careers as OR analysts
and consultants. The two year programmes offer a unique blend of technical course work, practical
consulting skills, and real world problem solving experience designed to position students for success
in today’s competitive businessworld.
The highlight of the programmes is the industry project. Every student conducts an intensive 6
months applied project that addresses a significant operational issue. Working closely with the
faculty and project leaders, students use the latest decision making technologies to make concrete
recommendations to senior executives of prominent companies.
Admission Procedure
From the academic year 2007, a two stage admission process was adopted, which has opened new
avenues for students from diverse streams like mathematics, statistics, economics, computer science,
electronics and physics.
The admission procedure seeks to test the quantitative and analytical skills of the prospective
candidates through a written test followed by an interview. Preference is given to applicants who
demonstrate effective communication and problem solving skills, and the ability to work successfully
in a team environment. The entrance test is taken by students from across the country, with only the
top 10 percent being finally selected into theprogramme.
Course Schedule
Spanning over a period of two years and spread across four semesters, the masters programmes
places emphasis on electives and industry project. The semester I and II course work stresses on the
theoretical aspects of OR for a strong base while the semester III and IV course work highlights
specialisation electives and the project work.
Aug SeptOct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr MayJun Jul Aug SeptOct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May
Semester- I Semester- IIISemester- II Semester- IV
Assesment Vacation
Industrial
Project
Initiatives
Project
Report
Classroom Study
THE MASTERS PROGRAMME
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12. The M.Sc. OR and M.A./M.Sc. AOR programmes consist of taught courses, interspersed with
practical exercises and industrial project work experience. Lectures, tutorials and laboratory classes
over two years cover basic methodology of OR and the important techniques.
Specialisationand
Electives
➢ Financial Management
➢ Logistics and SupplyChain
➢ Marketing Research
➢ Advanced Inventory Management
➢ Advanced MathematicalProgramming
➢ Advanced QueueingTheory
➢ Decision Theory
➢ ControlTheory
➢ Portfolio Management
➢ Quality Management
➢ DataMining
➢ Multicriteria Decision Model
➢ Object OrientedProgramming
➢ Java Programming
➢ Database Management Systems
Focus/Application Topics
➢ Marketing Management
➢ Project Management (Network Analysis)
➢ InventoryManagement
➢ ReliabilityTheory
IT Topics
Seminars
Project and
Case Studies
Specializationand
Electives
IT Topics
Focus/Application
Topics
CoreTopics
COURSE STRUCTURE
Core Topics
➢ MathematicalProgramming
➢ Statistical Methods
➢ LinearProgramming
➢ QueuingTheory
➢ Nonlinear & DynamicProgramming
➢ AppliedStatistics
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13. Real World Experience : The Industry Project
REAL BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE
The Industry Project is the cornerstone of the programme. Every student is matched with an industry
partner to consult on a significant operational issue faced by the company. Students begin
preparatory project work at the end of semester III, and then work extensively on their projects
during semester IV as part of their regular course work.
The project enables students to apply the analytical and practical skills learnt by them in their course
work. Working with the faculty and project leaders, each student defines the problem to be solved,
collects relevant information, builds mathematical models, and delivers decision tools and executive-
level recommendations to the industry partner. In many cases, the project outcomes are valued so
highly by the industry partners that they hire the students to continue their work after completing
the programme.
Some Operational Areas in which Students have pursued Projects
Supply ChainManagement/Inventory/Logistics
l Inventory Management of raw materials, in-process and finished goods
l Optimal Production Plan and Distribution Plan for differentproducts
l Vendor Selection and VendorRating
l System Improvement for optimisation of IntervalLogistics
Distribution Planning andManagement
l Project Planning and Scheduling through PERT and CPMtechniques
l Demand Forecasting and Optimal Procurement Plan based on Forecasting
l Optimisation of Distributed Networks
Finance
l Portfolio Management
l FinancialPlanning
l Revenue Management
l Working Capital and Cash Management
MarketingManagement
l Brand Positioning and Consumer BuyingBehaviour
l Brand Switching Analysis and Effectiveness of Advertisements
l Brand Evaluation and MarketResearch
Miscellaneous
l Toperform Manpower Planning
l VehicleRouting
l Use of Statistical Process Control in Software Projects
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14. Supply ChainManagement
● Inventory Management
of raw materials and
finished goods
● Demand Forecasting
● Vendor Selection & Vendor
Rating
● Procurement and
Production Scheduling
● Material Requirement
Planning
● Warehouse Management
MarketingManagement
● Developing Marketing Mix
● Strategic Market Modeling
● Brand Positioning
● Consumer Behavior Analysis
● Brand Switching Analysis
● Media Allocation
● Promotional Policies
SystemAnalysis
● System Concepts
● Designs of Systems
● System Analysis
● System Reliability
● System Modeling
● System Simulation
ProjectManagement
● PERT and CPM Techniques
● Network Flow Models
● Theory of Sequencing
StatisticalAnalysis
● Theory of Estimation
● Statistical Inference
● Statistical Quality and
Process Control
Quantitative Techniques
● Econometric Methodologies
● Multivariate Normal Distribution
● Multilinear Regression Analysis
● Time Series Analysis
● Forecasting
● Auto-correlation
● Multicollinearity
FinancialManagement
● Role, Functions and
Classifications of Financial
Markets
● Capital Markets in India
● Money Markets in India
● Capital Assets Pricing Models
● Applications of Game Theory
OR
Optimisation Techniques
● Linear and Fractional
Programming
● Non-Linear and Dynamic
Programming
● Multi-Objective Optimisation
● Theory of Games
CURRICULUM HIGHLIGHTS
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15. The Department of Operational Research has faculty members whose interest and expertise span the
full spectrum of the OR discipline. They bring their research into classrooms providing greater depth
to the course structure. In keeping with the tradition of excellence, the faculty members’ research
papers are published in leading national and international journals.
PROF. CHANDRA K. JAGGI
Ph.D. Operational Research
Professor
Inventory Management
Financial Management
Supply Chain Management
PROF. PRAKASH C. JHA
Ph.D. Operational Research
Professor and Head
Optimization
Software Reliability
Marketing Management
PROF. PANKAJ GUPTA
Ph.D. Mathematics
Professor
Mathematical
Programming
Fuzzy Optimization
PROF. P.W. SRIVASTAVA
Ph.D. Statistics
Professor
Statistics
Reliability Theory
PROF. K.K. AGGARWAL
Ph.D. Operational Research
Professor
Inventory Management
Financial Management
PROF. ANU GUPTA AGGARWAL
Ph.D. Operational Research
Professor
Software Reliability
Marketing Management
DR. OMPAL SINGH
Ph.D. Operational Research
Associate Professor
Marketing Management
Software Reliability
DR. VANDANA KHAITAN
Ph.D. Mathematics
Assistant Professor
Queueing Theory
Stochastic Modeling
DR. ADITI KHANNA
Ph.D. Operational Research
Assistant Professor
Inventory Management
MR. KAUSHAL KUMAR
Assistant Professor
DR. MUKESH KUMAR MEHLAWAT
Ph.D. Operational Research
Assistant Professor
Mathematical Programming
DR. ADARSH ANAND
Ph.D. Operational Research
Assistant Professor
Software Reliability
Marketing Management
FACULTY PROFILE
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16. 01
Computer Centre
The Computer Centre is a state of the art facility providing a wide spectrum of computing facilities to
the students. It caters to the need of changing trends in today’s industrial sector. The computer lab
consists of 30 systems on a switch based LAN. The machines are equipped with a number of softwares
including SPSS 11.5, Mat Lab, Oracle 9i, Mini Tab, QSB and MS Project.
The students work on various platforms such as DOS, LINUX and WINDOWS and perform programming in
Turbo C++ and JAVA. Internet connectivity is provided through a campus wide fibre optic network.
Library
In keeping with the vision that learning has a strong foundation in theory, the libraries - Central Science
Library and Mathematical Sciences Library, cater to various disciplines of science.
The libraries boast of a vast collection of resources on OR including over 50 journals and 10,000 books.
The Internet Access Centre enables the students to consult online subject literature.
Seminar Room/Lecture Theatres
The Department has an excellent seminar room which has a seating capacity of over 70 people, and is
equipped with a round table conference setup with the latest audio-visual teaching aids including an LCD
projector and microphonesets.
The lecture theatres have a seating capacity of 60 students and are equipped with modern teaching aids
such as projectors and audio system. Internet facility is also available in all the lecture rooms to augment
teaching.
S.P. Jain Auditorium
The South Campus of the University of Delhi boasts of an ultra-modern Dr. S.P. Jain Auditorium, which
has a seating capacity of over 300 people. The auditorium provides students with a platform to interact
with academicians and industry professionals through conferences and meets.
Hostel
The University provides hostel accommodation to outstation students. The North Campus comprises of
7 hostels for men and 5 for women, whereas the South Campus houses 2 hostels for men and 1 for
women. All the hostels are equipped with amenities such as Wi-Fi internet connectivity, mess halls,
common rooms and sports facilities. Located in the midst of the campus, the hostels provide easy
access to all the functional areas of theuniversity.
INFRASTRUCTURE
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17. Consumer Goods
And Retail
● Amul
● Coca Cola India
● CLCTechnologies
● Dabur IndiaLtd
● Food Corporation of
India
● Gillette IndiaLtd
● Godfrey Philips IndiaLtd
● HaierIndia
● Havells India
● HindustanTimes
● HindustanUnilever
● Indraprastha Gas Ltd
● IOC
● ITCLtd
● KwalityWalls
● LGIndia
● MMTCLtd
● MoserBaer
● National FertilizersLtd
● National Panasonic
India Ltd
● PantaloonsRetail
● PhilipsIndia
● Ranbaxy
● SchneiderElectric
● SteelbirdBieffe
● TEX CorpLtd
● T-Series
● WhirlpoolIndia
IT/ITES
● Accenture
● Cognizant
● Gazelle
Infotech
● HCL
● Hewlett
Packard India
● IGATE
● Infosys
● Wipro
ResearchAnd
Analytics
● Absolutdata
● AC Nielsen
● Adventity
● Axtria
● BinarySystems
● CapitalIQ
● CMISAustralia
● Cognitio Analytics
● Corporate Executive Board
● Dunnhumby
● Evalueserve
● EXL
● Fractal Analytics
● GE Capital
● GfkMode
● ICFInternational
● IMRB International
● Infoedge India
● ManhattanAssociates
● McKinsey
● MuSigma
● Opera Solutions
● SutraAnalytics
● SymphonyServices
● The SmartCube
● Thorogood
● WNS
● Xceedance
Banking, Financial
Services And Insurance
● AIG
● AmericanExpress
● Citi Financial
● DeutscheBank
● HDFCBank
● IFFCO Tokio
General
Insurance
● Indiabulls
● ING Vysya
● MercerIndia
Manufacturing
● Honda Siel Cars India Ltd
● Jindal Steel andPower Ltd
● JK IndustriesLtd
● Maruti UdyogLtd
● SAIL
● TataMotors
Services
● Air India
● Airports Authorityof India
● BhartiAirtel
● MTNL
● UnitedHealthGroup
Consumer Goods And
Retail Research And
Analytics
Manufacturing
Banking, Financial Services
And Insurance Services
IT/ITES
44%
25%
10%
9%
7% 5%
Sector
Coverage
CORPORATE ASSOCIATION
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18. Corporate Communication Cell
Corporate Communication Cell (CCC) at the Department of Operational Research is engaged in
bringing together corporate luminaries and the student community in intellectually stimulating
and mutually beneficial interactions that form the basis of relationship. The members of the CCC
work together with the batch and members of the faculty, who act as a cohesive team whose
strength is the wide-ranging experience gained from their diverse backgrounds and competencies.
Seminars and Workshops
Every year we invite eminent speakers for panel discussions on important topics related to
research and industry. A two-day seminar-cum-workshop on the “Business Analytics and
Intelligence” was organised which helped the students gain a valuable insight into the subject.
Alumni Meets
The old students’ reunion of the OR Department - Rendezvous, receives an enthusiastic response
right from the 1st batch of 1963 till the latest batch. The alumni meet of the AOR Department –
Encuentro, which was initiated in 2011, has seen active participation from both old and new
students.
Aurora - The Annual Festival
Aurora, the inaugural annual festival of the Department of Operational Research, aims to bring
forth a concurrence of events that will showcase both the intellectual prowess of the students as
well as the artist in them. The festival will provide the students with an opportunity to display
their intellect andcreativity.
STUDENT INITIATIVES
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19. Student Activities - The OR Society
The OR Society, an elected student body, regularly organises various educational and cultural
events. The society provides a platform for the students to interact with academicians and
professionals from the industry. Some major annual events such as the Saraswati Pooja and a
recreational trip combining many aspects of a study tour provide additional opportunities for
enriching one’sknowledge.
D-Ses
Popular among the students, the D-Ses or Data Sessions involve statistical analysis of the current
trends of various organisations based upon their available authentic data. The faculty provides
the students with interesting case studies which offer valuable insight in to the functioning of
the industry.
Colloquy-TheDiscussion Forum
Colloquy is a weekly forum where students debate and analyse issues ranging from academics to
current affairs and business problems. A faculty member presides over every session, monitoring
and grading the performance of each student.
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21. DEPARTMENT OF OPERATIONAL RESEARCH
FACULTY OF MATHEMATICAL SCIENCES
UNIVERSITY OF DELHI
New Academic Block
University of Delhi
Delhi-110007
India
Tel/Fax: +91 11 2766 6672
Website:http://www.du.ac.in/du/index.ph
p?page=operational-research
Student Activities Committee
Dr. Vandana Khaitan
Member
Dr. Adarsh Anand
Member
Mr. Kaushal Kumar
Member
E-mail: operationalresearch.du@gmail.com
Dr. Mukesh Kumar Mehlawat
Convenor
Ph. : 9968000050
Mukesh0980@yahoo.com