Advanced Topics in Data-Driven Decision Making

(3 Credits)

Machine learning has become central to decision making in many application areas. This seminar course aims to introduce students to recent literature in using machine learning for data-driven decision making, with a strong emphasis on applications. We will cover recent breakthroughs in using machine learning in diverse areas including healthcare, revenue management, inventory management and social-good. The class will also include several guest speakers who will join us to discuss their contributions in these areas.