BUSI 5640G - Optimization

This introductory course in optimization covers structure and classification of optimization problems, branch-and-bound algorithms, linear optimization models, linear programming including geometric interpretations, basic solutions, the simplex method, cutting plane algorithms and network optimization. Students will use various software packages to apply the optimization techniques to inventory and project management problems.
Credit hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): An appropriate background in mathematics and permission from the instructor.