Dr. Bora Kolfal

Associate Professor

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Biography

Bora Kolfal is an Associate Professor at the Alberta School of Business at the University of Alberta, specializing in areas such as Queueing Systems, Stochastic Processes, and Healthcare Applications of Operations Research. His teaching focuses on Operations Management and Supply Chain Management, where he engages students in understanding the strategic role of the supply chain, its performance drivers, and essential analytical methodologies. Kolfal has contributed significantly to academic literature in his field with numerous publications in well-regarded journals, including production and operations management, ACM Transactions on Management Information Systems, and the European Journal of Operational Research. His research interests also extend into Game Theory and Supply Chain Management, consistently evaluating how various elements within these systems affect performance and operational efficiency. He is actively publishing work that addresses contemporary issues in operations research and management science, adding valuable insights to both academic and practical applications in business.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

Alberta School of Business • Edmonton, AB

Teaching and research focused on Operations Management and Supply Chain Management.

Courses

OM 410 - Supply Chain Management

Requirements for University of Alberta

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Management
Application Checklist
  • Three letters of reference
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Personal Statement
  • Official Transcripts (upon admission)
Specialization Notes

Department: Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Management