Dr. Chen Zhou

Associate Professor

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Biography

Chen Zhou is an Associate Professor at the H. Milton Stewart School of Industrial and Systems Engineering at the Georgia Institute of Technology, where he joined in 1989. His research focuses on sustainable supply chains, distribution system design, and manufacturing systems. He plays an active role in the Institute of Industrial Engineers, the Society for Manufacturing Engineers, and the American Society for Engineering Education. His teaching interests include supply chain management, workflow design in manufacturing and service systems, and senior design projects, reflecting his engagement with both undergraduate and graduate students. Dr. Zhou has contributed significantly to the field, with numerous publications addressing various aspects of industrial engineering, specifically within the domains of sustainable development and operational efficiency. He has been involved in the development of the Body of Knowledge (BoK) for Industrial Systems Engineering, emphasizing the application of sustainable practices in industrial environments.

Research Interests

Requirements for Georgia Institute of Technology

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:19
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:19
Speaking
Required:19
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7.5
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in computer science or related field
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Statement of Purpose
Specialization Notes

Department of Computer Science: GRE scores are optional for Fall 2026.