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Become a Leader in Industrial and Systems Engineering

3 students working around a table in RUCIf you want to acquire the advanced knowledge needed to become a creative researcher, technical leader, and technology innovator in industrial and systems engineering, our PhD program at the University of Michigan-Dearborn is for you.

The degree is a full-time, research-based program designed to equip you with the cutting-edge knowledge, technical skills, and abilities to conduct original, high-quality translational research in industrial and systems engineering. 

To lessen financial concerns, all PhD students receive full funding in the form of appointments as a graduate student instructor, a research assistant, or both. The appointments provide a monthly stipend, health insurance, and a tuition waiver. Students are guaranteed full funding for up to five years provided they maintain good academic standing and adequate progress toward their degree.

The PhD Student Handbook from the College of Engineering and Computer Science explains policies and procedures for PhD students.

Where a PhD in Industrial and Systems Engineering Will Take You

Earning the PhD places you on the fast track to a prosperous career in various industries requiring profound technical knowledge, research ability, and leadership skills. You could be a pioneer for change in a high-tech corporation, lead a team in advancing healthcare systems, or even become a university professor, spreading knowledge to the next generation of engineers.

Career and Salary Outlook

The information in this table is meant to give you an idea of career opportunities with this degree. All information is pulled from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and is meant to be averages across the United States in 2022. Please note that these figures reflect overall averages and may not represent entry-level salaries.

$99,380 Median Salary

Industrial Engineers

Employment of industrial engineers is projected to grow 12 percent from 2022 to 2032, much faster than the average for all occupations. About 22,800 openings for industrial engineers are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

$83,640 Median Salary

Operations Research Analysts

Employment of operations research analysts is projected to grow 23 percent from 2022 to 2032, much faster than the average for all occupations. About 9,800 openings for operations research analysts are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

$116,970 Median Salary

Industrial Production Managers

Employment of industrial production managers is projected to grow 2 percent from 2022 to 2032, about as fast as the average for all occupations. About 15,300 openings for industrial production managers are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

$79,400 Median Salary

Logisticians

Employment of logisticians is projected to grow 18 percent from 2022 to 2032, much faster than the average for all occupations. About 21,800 openings for logisticians are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

$103,690 Median Salary

Health and Safety Engineers

Employment of health and safety engineers is projected to grow 4 percent from 2022 to 2032, about as fast as the average for all occupations. About 1,300 openings for health and safety engineers are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

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This program operates on a rolling admission basis. It is advised to submit all documents by the advisory deadline to ensure consideration for your preferred term and to facilitate pre-term planning. Advisory deadlines differ for domestic and international students.

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UM-Dearborn College of Engineering and Computer Science PhD student Mayuresh Savargaonkar shares his experiences with learning, teaching and research.

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