School of Industrial Engineering and Management
Faculty Advisor Selection Process for MS students
Each new MS student is responsible for the selection of a faculty advisor. The procedure is
as follows:
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Select an MS program track and prepare a proposed plan of study for this track that
indicates your subject interests.
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Acquaint yourself with the teaching and research interests of the faculty members listed in
your chosen MS program track. Class interaction, seminars, student chapter activities and
the IE&M Web site can be useful in this regard.

Develop a one-page write-up that includes some background information about yourself
and a brief summary of your potential career and/or research interests.

Arrange appointments (or conference calls for Distance Learning students) with one to
three faculty members from your chosen MS program track to discuss their willingness to
serve as your advisor.

Select your advisor.
Each MS student must select a permanent advisor before the beginning of pre-enrollment
for their second semester in the program and submit a completed advisor and track
selection form to the department.
Interact with your advisor to assure your academic and professional development and to
assure that you graduate in a timely manner.
Version: Fall 2015