Berkeley Industrial Engineering and Operations Research

Berkeley Industrial Engineering and Operations Research The Berkeley IEOR department is one of the finest schools in the world and is ranked 2nd in the U.S

The Department of Industrial Engineering and Operations Research combines two closely related professions concerned with the efficient operation of complex systems. The industrial engineering profession involves the design, organization, implementation, and economic operation of integrated production and service systems using people, materials, and equipment. Areas of application include not only

the basic manufacturing and high technology production processes essential to our economy, but also service organizations such as banks, health care facilities, libraries, and government agencies. Operations research emphasizes the basic understanding of the functioning of complex systems of technology and management through mathematical models for the purpose of predicting system behavior or optimizing system performance under economic and technological constraints. Our Faculty are world-renowned experts in many application areas, from semiconductor manufacturing to the design and deregulation of energy markets to supply chain management to robotics to discrete event simulation, and have made important advancements in the theory of operations research, in areas such as algorithm design, integer programming, non-linear programming, and stochastic modeling.

Congratulations to Shreya Krishnan, MAnalytics ’26, on graduating and beginning this exciting next chapter! Following gr...
06/04/2026

Congratulations to Shreya Krishnan, MAnalytics ’26, on graduating and beginning this exciting next chapter! Following graduation, Shreya will join IBM as a Software Engineer. We’re proud to celebrate her accomplishments!

"Thank you so much to all of our amazing professors and to my fellow MAnalytics students for making this program such an unforgettable experience! Through this program, I realized the value of being surrounded by people who aim to be the best version of themselves and strive for success as it motivates the people around them to do the same and I hope to carry that with me to any future endeavors." — Shreya Krishnan, MAnalytics '26

"I enjoyed learning from my professors and GSIs, working on projects with my friends and peers and finding out how capab...
06/03/2026

"I enjoyed learning from my professors and GSIs, working on projects with my friends and peers and finding out how capable I am when I set my mind to something. There are so many people who were instrumental in making it possible for me to be here and so many people whose work and effort ensured my experience here was great. They are: my parents, mentors, friends, my professors (Profs. Udwani, Kerger, Mastrolia, Pirutinsky, Yan, Cui), career services staff (Diana and Josh), student services team (Erica, Jenny, Heather, Goldie) and everyone else who made this journey possible and amazing! Thank you 😊" — A***n Magnan, MAnalytics '26

Graduate Student Spotlight: A***n is taking his talents to QCells, a global clean energy and renewable technology company, where he will join as an Agentic AI Engineer. Congratulations, A***n — we can’t wait to see the impact you make!

"IEOR made me well-rounded and shaped how I think about complex systems, especially in transportation. I’m grateful for ...
06/02/2026

"IEOR made me well-rounded and shaped how I think about complex systems, especially in transportation. I’m grateful for the faculty and students who are so supportive of one another. I’ll definitely miss taking Lyft Bay Wheels bikes to Etcheverry." — Manuel Martinez Garcia, BS IEOR '26

Congratulations to Manuel on his graduation! He will continue his academic journey at UCLA, where he is pursuing a master’s degree in Transportation Engineering in Fall 2026.

🎓 Graduating Student Spotlight: Muyan Jiang, PhD IEOR ’26When asked what UC Berkeley IEOR taught him that no textbook co...
06/01/2026

🎓 Graduating Student Spotlight: Muyan Jiang, PhD IEOR ’26

When asked what UC Berkeley IEOR taught him that no textbook could, Muyan shared:

“UC Berkeley IEOR taught me how to think about messy, real-world systems where the problem is often not clearly defined. Beyond the theory in textbooks, I learned how to translate complex practical situations into models, make reasonable assumptions, and use data and analytics to guide decisions.”

For Muyan, one of the most meaningful parts of her IEOR experience was the community:

“A PhD can sometimes feel like a long and lonely marathon, but having supportive cohortmates made the journey much more manageable. I’m really grateful for their friendship and encouragement—they helped me navigate the challenges along the way, and I will miss that sense of camaraderie the most.

After graduation, Muyan is headed to Lingjun Investment as a Quant Researcher.

The celebration continues for our Class of 2026!Congratulations to MAnalytics ’26 graduate Jun Li, who is headed to Trip...
05/31/2026

The celebration continues for our Class of 2026!

Congratulations to MAnalytics ’26 graduate Jun Li, who is headed to Trip.com as a Business Analyst. We’re excited to see all that you accomplish next, Jun! 🎉

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On April 29, members of the UC Berkeley IEOR Advisory Board gathered at the Grimes Engineering Center for a full-day mee...
05/31/2026

On April 29, members of the UC Berkeley IEOR Advisory Board gathered at the Grimes Engineering Center for a full-day meeting focused on departmental priorities, artificial intelligence, industry engagement and goals for the year ahead.

The program brought together faculty, board members, students and campus leaders for thoughtful discussion on IEOR’s evolving role in AI and its impact across industries. During an advisory board lightning round, Coleman Fung, CEO and co-founder of Blue Goji; Tim Jacobs, vice president of applied AI and machine learning at Walmart; and Peter Wei, chief operating officer of Rocket Software, shared insights into how AI is shaping innovation within their organizations.

The afternoon featured an update from Mark Asta, dean of the College of Engineering, as well as student and research perspectives from undergraduate Kenny Wongchamcharoen and doctoral student Grace He.

A special thank you to Advisory Board Chair Carolyn Yee for her leadership, and to all of our board members for their continued partnership, expertise and commitment to Berkeley IEOR’s future.

Photos by Swaleha Masude

“What do IEOR graduates do?”In her commencement remarks, Department Citation Recipient Helen Ton Chang, BS IEOR ’26, off...
05/30/2026

“What do IEOR graduates do?”

In her commencement remarks, Department Citation Recipient Helen Ton Chang, BS IEOR ’26, offered a clear and powerful answer: IEOR graduates make things better.

Helen reflected on how industrial engineering and operations research helps graduates understand, model, and improve complex real-world systems through mathematical modeling, simulation, optimization, and data analysis. From strengthening semiconductor supply chains and improving manufacturing operations to advancing safety, healthcare, consulting, emerging technologies, and the everyday systems people rely on, IEOR graduates are prepared to lead with both technical excellence and purpose.

Her message to the Class of 2026 was a proud reminder of the impact Berkeley IEOR graduates are equipped to make: solving problems, reaching optimal decisions, and improving the well-being of the communities they serve.

Read Helen’s full speech: https://bit.ly/3RPWko3

Photos by Andrew Kim

"What I'll miss most about Berkeley IEOR is the community: a small but incredibly strong one that genuinely supports eac...
05/29/2026

"What I'll miss most about Berkeley IEOR is the community: a small but incredibly strong one that genuinely supports each other through everything, from navigating coursework to landing internships to building lifelong networks. There is something truly special about being part of a department where everyone shows up for each other and pushes each other to grow. I'm so grateful for every person who was part of this journey and for a community that made me feel supported every step of the way." — Ayla Karmali, BS IEOR '26

Ayla is kicking off her career as a Technology Consultant at PwC.

Congratulations, Ayla! 🎉

Celebrating our Class of 2026 continues! 🎓MAnalytics ’26 graduate Lili Jiang is headed to the University of Southern Cal...
05/28/2026

Celebrating our Class of 2026 continues! 🎓

MAnalytics ’26 graduate Lili Jiang is headed to the University of Southern California, where she will pursue a PhD in Industrial and Systems Engineering. Congratulations, Lili!

"I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Professor Huiwen Jia for her invaluable guidance and unwavering support throughout my time at Berkeley, which has greatly enriched my academic journy. I am also deeply thankful to Professor Ying Cui for her kind encouragement and insightful advice, both of which have played an important role in shaping my academic growth and development." — Lili Jiang, MAnalytics '26

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