Dr. Seyed Iravani

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Biography

Seyed M.R. Iravani is a Professor at Northwestern Engineering specializing in Industrial Engineering and Management Sciences, with courtesy appointments in Operations Management. He serves as the Director of Graduate Studies. He completed his Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering at the University of Toronto and has extensive research interests in applications of stochastic processes, queuing theory, game theory, design control, manufacturing, service operations, health care systems, and supply chains. His notable publications include studies on hybrid limit priority systems for service operations, the role of salesperson demand information in supply chains, and the coordination of influenza vaccine supply chains. Iravani's academic contributions focus on improving operational efficiency and effectiveness in both manufacturing and service sectors, with a strong emphasis on data-driven decision-making processes. He is well-regarded in his field, with numerous influential publications in top-tier academic journals.

Research Interests

Requirements for Northwestern University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
U.S. Bachelor's degree or equivalent
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Specialization Notes

Standard PhD requirements for TGS departments including Chemistry, Physics, and Sociology.