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OPERATIONAL RESEARCH ANALYST [2 records]

Record 1 1991-11-12

English

Subject field(s)
  • Occupation Names (General)

French

Domaine(s)
  • Désignations des emplois (Généralités)

Spanish

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Record 2 1982-11-25

English

Subject field(s)
  • Occupation Names (General)
  • Informatics
DEF

[The person who] formulates mathematical model of management problems by application of advanced mathematics and research methods to provide quantitative basis for planning, forecasting, and making decisions. Reports to : Manager of systems analysis and design. Education, training, and experience : College degree with emphasis on advanced mathematics and statistics is usually the minimum educational requirement. A combination of advanced degrees in mathematics and business administration is especially desirable. A doctorate in mathematics is frequently required. Specific training in operations research at the graduate level is rapidly becoming a standardized requirement, as more schools offer courses in this interdisciplinary occupational area. Many workers have acquired the necessary background in mathematics through education and experience in engineering and the physical sciences, and knowledge of specialized techniques through self-study and participation in activities of professional organizations.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Désignations des emplois (Généralités)
  • Informatique

Spanish

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