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Foundations of Operational Research (OR): OR and the OR Process

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    Know what OR is and to understand the role of models in OR
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    Learn about the OR process and how it helps define and structure OR projects
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    Understand the role of data in OR work and the issues in obtaining suitable data
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    Know how to verify and validate OR models

Overview

Off the shelf (OTS)

The purpose of this course is to develop an understanding of OR and the OR process. It is this methodology of OR that provides the framework within which OR techniques and models are used to address real-world problems. As such, this 1-day course does not focus on particular techniques, tools or modelling methods, but on how OR is practised.

Delivery method
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Virtual

Course duration
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8 hours

Competency level
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Foundation

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Delivery method
  • Virtual icon

    Virtual

Course duration
Duration icon

8 hours

Competency level
  • Foundation icon

    Foundation

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