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The undergraduate program is designed for students passionate about probability, statistics, mathematical modeling, economics, and decision-making analysis. Our department provides an extensive selection of courses focused on enhancing students' analytical abilities and business comprehension. Graduates gain insights into system component interactions and how to align them toward shared objectives. Every engineering student at McCormick School starts with the four-part Engineering Analysis series and the two-part Design Thinking and Communication sequence. Specialized coursework in the major typically commences in the second year.
The Department of Industrial Engineering and Management Sciences leads global research in optimization, analytics, production & logistics, financial engineering, risk assessment, systems theory, stochastic modeling, and healthcare systems engineering. Our degree programs prepare students with versatile analytical and management competencies, opening doors to diverse career paths.
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Northwestern accepts results from both the TOEFL and the IELTS.
There is no minimum score required by Northwestern. Competitive applicants demonstrate a high level of English proficiency and often score in the high range on all four sections (Reading, Listening, Speaking and Writing) of the TOEFL iBT, or receive IELTS band scores in highest three bands on the overall and individual scores (Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking).