Optimization Methods in Management Science

As taught in: Spring 2007

Image of optimization application in radiation therapy.

Using optimization methods to efficiently perform radiation therapy in cancer patients. (Image by Prof. James Orlin.)

Instructors:

Hamed Mamani
(Teaching Assistant)

Prof. James Orlin

Michael Metzger
(Teaching Assistant)

Murali Narayanaswamy
(Teaching Assistant)

MIT Course Number:

15.053

Level:

Undergraduate

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Course Description

15.053 introduces students to the theory, algorithms, and applications of optimization. Optimization methodologies include linear programming, network optimization, integer programming, decision trees, and dynamic programming. The methods have applications to logistics, manufacturing, transportation, marketing, project management, and finance.

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