NUS MSBA Honoured as a Finalist for 2024 UPS George D. Smith Prize
22 February 2024
The NUS Master of Science in Business Analytics (NUS MSBA) programme has been honoured as a finalist for the prestigious 2024 UPS George D. Smith Prize by INFORMS. This accolade celebrates our programme’s pioneering approach in equipping students with the skills needed for excellence in operations research, management science, and analytics.
The UPS George D. Smith Prize honours the legacy of the late UPS Chief Executive Officer George D. Smith, a fervent advocate of operations research. Established to foster stronger connections between academia and industry, this award is presented to academic programmes demonstrating exceptional and innovative preparation of students for impactful careers in operations research, analytics, and data science.
This accolade highlights the career-readiness and transformative journey of our graduates. Our programme instils a passion for discovery and innovation, empowering students to push the boundaries. Through hands-on experiences and real-world problem-solving, students gain practical insights and build valuable networks, seamlessly transitioning from academic excellence to industry leadership.
Moreover, our supportive learning environment and diverse community enhance critical thinking, resilience, and leadership skills, ensuring our graduates are well-rounded professionals ready to make a meaningful impact in their careers and beyond.
Emerging as a top contender after two rigorous selection phases, NUS MSBA is the sole finalist from a single programme, joining the other two finalists from the University of South Carolina’s Management Science Department and the University of Waterloo’s Department of Management Science and Engineering.
As one of the 2024 UPS George D. Smith Prize finalists, Associate Professor James Pang, Co-director of NUS Business Analytics Centre, represented the NUS MSBA programme by giving a live presentation at the 2024 INFORMS Business Analytics Conference in Orlando.
Past recipients of this prestigious award include notable institutions such as Purdue University, Eindhoven University of Technology, and MIT’s Leaders for Global Operations.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to the faculties, students, alumni, and staff of NUS Business Analytics Centre for their dedication, passion, and hard work, which have made this achievement possible. Their contributions and support have been invaluable in shaping the success of our programme.
Being a finalist underscores NUS MSBA’s commitment to academic excellence and industry relevance, reinforcing our mission to produce graduates who excel in making data-driven decisions that positively impact society. This nomination is a testament to NUS MSBA's commitment to excellence and innovation in operations research, reflecting our dedication to nurturing the next generation of leaders who will drive transformative change in the world of analytics and beyond.