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MS&E 20: Discrete Probability Concepts And Models

Fundamental concepts and tools for the analysis of problems under uncertainty, focusing on structuring, model building, and analysis. Examples from legal, social, medical, and physical problems. Topics include axioms of probability, probability trees, belief networks, random variables, conditioning, and expectation. The course is fast-paced, but it has no prerequisites.
Terms: Sum | Units: 4 | UG Reqs: WAY-FR
Instructors: Shachter, R. (PI)

MS&E 52: Introduction to Decision Making

How to ensure focus, discipline, and passion when making important decisions. Comprehensive examples illustrate Decision Analysis fundamentals. Consulting case studies highlight practical solutions for real decisions. Topics: declaring when and how to make a decision, framing and structuring the decision basis, defining values and preferences, creating alternative strategies, assessing unbiased probabilistic judgments, developing appropriate risk/reward and portfolio models, evaluating doable strategies across the range of uncertain future scenarios, analyzing relevant sensitivities, determining the value of additional information, and addressing the qualitative aspects of communication and commitment to implementation. Required for all students are three problem sets, three in-class exams, and a take-home final exam. Students taking the course for 4 units of credit must also complete and present a team project that analyzes a decision currently being made by an organization of their choice. Not intended for MS&E majors.
Terms: Sum | Units: 3-4

MS&E 140: Accounting for Managers and Entrepreneurs (MS&E 240)

Non-majors and minors who have taken or are taking elementary accounting should not enroll. Introduction to accounting concepts and the operating characteristics of accounting systems. The principles of financial and cost accounting, design of accounting systems, techniques of analysis, and cost control. Interpretation and use of accounting information for decision making. Designed for the user of accounting information and not as an introduction to a professional accounting career. Enrollment limited. Admission by order of enrollment.
Terms: Win, Sum | Units: 3-4

MS&E 208A: Practical Training

MS&E students obtain employment in a relevant industrial or research activity to enhance professional experience, consistent with the degree program they are pursuing. Students submit a statement showing relevance to degree program along with offer letter to the Student Services Office before the start of the quarter, and a 2-3 page final report documenting the work done and relevance to degree program at the conclusion of the quarter. Students may take each course once. To receive a permission code to enroll, please submit this form: http://web.stanford.edu/~lcottle/forms/CPTapp.fb with statement and offer letter.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr, Sum | Units: 1
Instructors: Brandeau, M. (PI)

MS&E 208B: Practical Training

MS&E students obtain employment in a relevant industrial or research activity to enhance professional experience, consistent with the degree program they are pursuing. Students submit a statement showing relevance to degree program along with offer letter to the Student Services Office before the start of the quarter, and a 2-3 page final report documenting the work done and relevance to degree program at the conclusion of the quarter. Students may take each course once. To receive a permission code to enroll, please submit this form: http://web.stanford.edu/~lcottle/forms/CPTapp.fb with statement and offer letter.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr, Sum | Units: 1
Instructors: Brandeau, M. (PI)

MS&E 208C: Practical Training

MS&E students obtain employment in a relevant industrial or research activity to enhance professional experience, consistent with the degree program they are pursuing. Students submit a statement showing relevance to degree program along with offer letter to the Student Services Office before the start of the quarter, and a 2-3 page final report documenting the work done and relevance to degree program at the conclusion of the quarter. Students may take each course once. To receive a permission code to enroll, please submit this form: http://web.stanford.edu/~lcottle/forms/CPTapp.fb with statement and offer letter.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr, Sum | Units: 1
Instructors: Brandeau, M. (PI)

MS&E 208D: Practical Training

MS&E students obtain employment in a relevant industrial or research activity to enhance professional experience, consistent with the degree program they are pursuing. Students submit a statement showing relevance to degree program along with offer letter to the Student Services Office before the start of the quarter, and a 2-3 page final report documenting the work done and relevance to degree program at the conclusion of the quarter. Students may take each course once. To receive a permission code to enroll, please submit this form: http://web.stanford.edu/~lcottle/forms/CPTapp.fb with statement and offer letter.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr, Sum | Units: 1
Instructors: Brandeau, M. (PI)

MS&E 208E: Part-Time Practical Training

MS&E students obtain employment in a relevant industrial or research activity to enhance professional experience, consistent with the degree program they are pursuing. Students submit a statement showing relevance to degree program along with offer letter to the Student Services Office before the start of the quarter, and a 2-3 page final report documenting the work done and relevance to degree program at the conclusion of the quarter. Course may be repeated for credit. To receive a permission code to enroll, please submit this form: http://web.stanford.edu/~lcottle/forms/CPTapp.fb with statement and offer letter.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr, Sum | Units: 1 | Repeatable 15 times (up to 15 units total)
Instructors: Brandeau, M. (PI)

MS&E 220: Probabilistic Analysis

Concepts and tools for the analysis of problems under uncertainty, focusing on model building and communication: the structuring, processing, and presentation of probabilistic information. Examples from legal, social, medical, and physical problems. Spreadsheets illustrate and solve problems as a complement to analytical closed-form solutions. Topics: axioms of probability, probability trees, random variables, distributions, conditioning, expectation, change of variables, and limit theorems. Prerequisite: multivariable calculus and linear algebra. Recommended: knowledge of spreadsheets.
Terms: Aut, Sum | Units: 3-4

MS&E 238: Leading Trends in Information Technology

Focuses on new trends and disruptive technologies in IT. Emphasis on the way technologies create a competitive edge and generate business value. Broad range of views presented by guest speakers, including top level executives of technology companies, and IT executives (e.g. CIOs) of Fortune 1000 companies. Special emphasis in technologies such as Cloud Computing, Artificial Intelligence, Security, Mobility, and Big Data.
Terms: Sum | Units: 3
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