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Project Ideas for Management Science & Engineering Students

Blend management, mathematics, and engineering principles to drive strategy, innovation, and operational efficiency.

📘 Introduction

Columbia’s M.S. in Management Science and Engineering integrates systems thinking, optimization, analytics, and innovation management. These capstone and thesis ideas reflect the multi-disciplinary nature of the program, combining operations, economics, technology, and decision science.

📌 Suggested Project & Thesis Topics

Optimization Model for Dynamic Pricing in E-Commerce

Risk Analysis Framework for Large Infrastructure Projects

Predictive Analytics for Strategic Workforce Planning

Supply Chain Disruption Modeling Using Game Theory

Design Thinking for Innovation in Urban Mobility Systems

Decision Support Tool for Capital Budgeting in Manufacturing

Analytics-Driven Strategy for Retail Site Selection

Project Portfolio Optimization Using Linear Programming

Queuing System Analysis for Healthcare Resource Allocation

Agile KPI Dashboard for Engineering Management Teams

Scenario Planning Model for Climate Risk in Logistics

AI-Enabled Vendor Selection Model for Global Operations

Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis for R&D Investment Strategy

Resilient Operations Strategy Using Stochastic Modeling

Data-Driven Governance Framework for Smart City Infrastructure

Inventory Optimization Model with Demand Uncertainty

Innovation Strategy Evaluation Using Technology Readiness Index

Simulation Model for Public Transit Efficiency Enhancement

Cost-Benefit Analysis Tool for Clean Energy Transition Plans

Systems Approach to Managing Enterprise Innovation Ecosystems

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