Dr. Nicolas Zufferey

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Biography

Nicolas Zufferey is a Full Professor at the University of Geneva, specializing in Operations Management with a focus on optimization and supply chain management. His research encompasses complex optimization problems with applications in transportation, scheduling, production, inventory management, and telecommunications. Having authored over 150 publications, Zufferey has co-authored papers for 55 international journals and engaged with numerous universities and private companies worldwide. He holds BSc and MSc degrees in Mathematics from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne and a PhD in Operations Research obtained in 2002. Previously, he served as a post-doctoral trainee at the University of Calgary and as an assistant professor at Laval University before assuming his current position. Zufferey's involvement extends to research centers such as CIRRELT and GERAD, highlighting his commitment to advancing knowledge in operations research and logistics management.

Research Interests

Experience

Full Professor

2008-01-01 — Present

University of Geneva • Geneva

Teaching and research in Operations Management and related fields.

Assistant Professor

2004-01-01 — 2007-01-01

University Laval • Quebec City

Conducted research and taught courses in Operations Research.

Post-doctoral Trainee

2003-01-01 — 2004-01-01

University of Calgary • Calgary

Worked on advanced optimization techniques.

Requirements for University of Geneva

Master Program
Requirements
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Total
Required:92
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from a recognized university Minimum 60 ECTS in management or related field for direct admission
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

Includes Department of Management, Finance, Economics, and Statistics programs. GMAT is strongly encouraged but not mandatory for most GSEM masters.