Zenith - The Placement Cell, Department of OR, DU

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 in 1973, the Department of Operational Research was independently set up under the Faculty of Mathematical Sciences. It is the first department to start a post graduate programme in Operational Research in India. The Department of Operational Research, since its very inception, has been vigorously engaged in research and the Master of Operational Research (MOR) programme at the Department provides unparalleled depth and experience for students in the subject area of Operational Research. The programme prepares students from different backgrounds for rewarding careers as OR Analysts, Data Scientists and Consultants. The two-year programme offers a unique blend of technical courses, practical consulting skills and real world problem solving experience designed to position students for success in today’s competitive business world. In 1994, the Department also introduced the Post Graduate Programme at South Campus, University of Delhi. The Department also offers M.Phil. and Ph.D. programmes in Operational Research. The cornerstone of the programme is the Industrial Project where every student is matched with an industry partner to consult on a significant operational issue faced by the company. Working closely with the faculty members and project mentors, 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.