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CORS Events

CORS Annual Conference

9-11 June 2025, Edmonton, Alb.

What is Operational Research?

Operational research (OR), also called operations research, applies systematic analytic techniques to improve decision-making. The terms analytics, management science, and operations management are commonly used interchangeably with OR. OR is found anywhere decisions must be made: transportation, logistics, telecommunications, healthcare, environment, finance, energy, and more.

OR uses math, computing, engineering, and business skills to develop efficient and effective solutions to both small and large problems. Careers in OR span a wide variety of industries, the most common of which are supply chain management, logistics, telecommunications, healthcare, government, academia, military, and energy. Operations researchers generally are strong in both quantitative and interpersonal skills.

Why join CORS?

If you are a part of the world of operations research, operations management, or analytics, whether as an academic or as a practitioner in industry, involvement in a professional society can take your work to the next level. While there are multiple OR societies outside Canada, CORS offers unique opportunities for its members. As a member of CORS, you will be able to grow your network of Canadian contacts and learn about current ground-breaking advancements developed by Canadian researchers. Members receive discounted registration fees for our annual conference. Members also gain access to the INFOR journal, the ISI-listed journal of CORS, and the CORS Bulletin, a newsletter of the Society and related activities. We additionally have specialized communities of local sections, student chapters, and special interest groups (SIGs), through which you and your research can gain visibility. Our members-only Mailing List provides immediate notification of new job opportunities and other announcements of interest to CORS members.