IBRAHIM EL SHAR (PHD, FALL 2022)
Ibrahim

The Pitt IE PhD program was an enriching and fulfilling experience. The program is well-structured with very knowledgeable and supportive faculty members who provided me with solid training and challenged me to push the boundaries of my research and intellectual pursuits. 

SHADI SANOUBAR (PhD, 2022 Summer)
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I am grateful for the immense support of my advisors, amazing community of fellow students, excellent training and teaching opportunities, interesting seminars, and all the fun experiences. My advisors pushed me to become independent in developing my own research and created opportunities for me to collaborate.

CHAOSHENG DONG (PHD, SPRING 2019)
CHAOSHENG DONG
Applied Scientist at Amazon

Choosing the MS and PhD IE Programs was one the best decisions I have ever made. The MS program soon turned IEOR into my enthusiasm and passion. I graduated with multiple job offers from tech and internet giants and startups. I could never have dreamed about this when I first came to Pitt.

JING YANG (PHD, SUMMER 2022)
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Senior Data Scientist at Walmart

My journey as an IE PhD student has been one of my best life experiences. The coursework and research here have well-equipped me to succeed in my role. Pitt’s IE PhD program has helped me transform into a more skillful, social, and professional leader. I’m also very proud to be a Panther!

KEVIN YANG (MS & PHD, SUMMER 2019)
KEVIN YANG
Machine Learning and Optimization in Cloud Computing at Microsoft

Choosing the MS and PhD IE Programs was one the best decisions I have ever made. The MS program soon turned IEOR into my enthusiasm and passion. I graduated with multiple job offers from tech and internet giants and startups. I could never have dreamed about this when I first came to Pitt.

NANDIP DESAI (MS, SPRING 2020)
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Area Manager at Amazon

The MSIE program was a perfectly timed decision for a change in the direction of my career. The flexibility of the program and the project-based classes helped me in unearthing my interests in the exciting work of data analytics and business intelligence. I am proud of my roots at Pitt and I welcome you to the family!

KARTHIKA RAMANATHAN (MS, SPRING 2019)
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Data Quality Specialist, Duquesne Light Company

My decision to go to Pitt was definitely rewarding. Living in Pittsburgh not only gave me international exposure but also helped me make useful life-long connections. The MSIE program provided me with all the technical knowledge, opportunities to network, and numerous course options to advance further in my career.

BHAVIK SHAH (MS, SPRING 2018)
BHAVIK SHAH
Supplier Industrialization Engineer at Tesla

The department has been a good source to learn basics and also advanced skills required for an IE. Professors are helpful, approachable and supportive in many ways. The department encourages industrial experience through internships and the co-op program. I had a great time interacting with professors in IE.

HRISHIKESH VIVEK HARIDAS (MS, SPRING 2018)
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Manufacturing Engineer, ALCON

Deciding to get back into my field of study after a few gap years was tough. I am glad I chose the MSIE program. The department staff and the faculty were a crucial part of my academic journey. Numerous projects that I worked on helped me prepare myself for my career both analytically and practically.

DEEPASHREE CHICKMAGALUR (MS, SPRING 2016)
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Lead Data Analyst at Cerner Corporation

Deciding to get back into my field of study after a few gap years was tough. I am glad I chose the Industrial Engineering Master’s program at Pitt. The department staff and the faculty enabled a smooth transition for me and were a crucial part of my academic journey. My area of concentration included analytics and data mining. Numerous projects that I worked on as a part of academic study helped me prepare myself for my career both analytically and practically.

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