Dr. Jianjun Shi

Professor

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Biography

Professor Jianjun Shi is the Carolyn J. Stewart Chair at the Georgia Institute of Technology's H. Milton Stewart School of Industrial and Systems Engineering and the George W. Woodruff School of Mechanical Engineering. He specializes in manufacturing and operational improvements, with extensive contributions to system informatics and control design. Professor Shi has produced over 26 Ph.D. graduates and his research has led to significant industrial projects funded by prestigious organizations including the National Science Foundation and various automotive manufacturers. He has authored one book and over 150 papers with more than 5000 citations. With a career starting at the University of Michigan, he has held numerous leadership roles, including founding director of the Quality Science Center in China and editor for several industrial engineering journals. His numerous awards include Fellow distinctions from multiple prestigious institutions and significant recognition for his educational contributions.

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.