Dr. Dick Den Hertog

Professor

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Biography

Dick den Hertog is a professor of Operations Research at the University of Amsterdam. His research interests cover prescriptive analytics, particularly linear and nonlinear optimization, with a recent focus on robust optimization and the integration of machine learning in optimization. He is committed to applying theoretical advancements in optimization to real-life applications that contribute meaningfully to society. Throughout his career, den Hertog has received the INFORMS Franz Edelman Award twice, first in 2013 for his work on optimal flood protection and again in 2021 for optimizing food supply chains with the UN World Food Programme. He is currently engaged in developing optimization models for cancer treatment alongside researchers from Massachusetts General Hospital and is involved in projects to optimize healthcare facility locations in Timor-Leste and Vietnam, collaborating with the World Bank. As a noted scholar in his field, he also serves as an associate editor for Operations Research and the INFORMS Journal on Optimization. He holds the belief that analytics can significantly improve societal conditions and is passionate about mentoring PhD candidates to inspire the next generation of analytics researchers.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2010-09-01 — Present

University of Amsterdam • Amsterdam, Netherlands

Leading research in Operations Research and mentoring students and PhD candidates.

Awards

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INFORMS Franz Edelman Award

2013-01-01
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INFORMS Franz Edelman Award

2021-01-01

Requirements for University of Amsterdam

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:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:92
GMAT
Total Score
Required:560
Overall
Required:560
Prerequisites
Academic Bachelor's degree in a relevant field Mathematics and Statistics proficiency Micro- and Macro-economics courses
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's Diploma and Transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Motivation Letter
  • English Language Proficiency Certificate
  • GMAT or GRE score report
Specialization Notes

Includes departments like Economics, Business Administration, Finance, and Marketing.