Dr. Cory Searcy

Professor

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Biography

Cory Searcy is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical, Industrial, and Mechatronics Engineering at Toronto Metropolitan University. He holds a PhD from the University of Alberta, an MSc from the University of Manitoba, and a BSc from the University of Manitoba. His academic interests lie in the fields of sustainability and supply chain management, as well as performance measurement. Searcy's current research focuses on the environmental and social impacts of industry, particularly regarding resource use, greenhouse gas emissions, and working conditions in industrial contexts. His work has examined significant issues, such as the 2013 garment factory collapse in Bangladesh, and he emphasizes the need for sustainable practices in global supply chains. Searcy encourages students to engage with issues they are passionate about—be it human rights, environmental issues, or food security—while creating innovative engineering solutions.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

Toronto Metropolitan University • Toronto, ON

Teaching and researching in the field of Mechanical, Industrial, and Mechatronics Engineering.

Awards

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Erskine Visiting Fellow

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Paper Award, Measuring Business Excellence

Courses

Research Methods Environmental Management Systems

Requirements for Toronto Metropolitan University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.33
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
Prerequisites
Four-year undergraduate degree in chemical engineering or related field
Application Checklist
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  • Resume
  • Statement of Interest
Specialization Notes

Department of Chemical Engineering