Anuj Mehrotra

Anuj Mehrotra is the Dean and Stephen P. Zelnak Jr. Chair and a Professor of Operations Management at the Georgia Tech Scheller College of Business. He previously served as Dean of the George Washington University School of Business (2018–2023) and held multiple leadership roles at the University of Miami School of Business Administration, including Senior Vice Dean and Department Chair.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Operations Research, Georgia Institute of Technology
• M.S. in Operations Research, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Birla Institute of Technology and Science, India

Research Interests:
Anuj Mehrotra's research focuses on large-scale optimization and its interdisciplinary applications, particularly in supply chain disruptions, operations management, and mathematical modeling. His work bridges theoretical advances with practical implementations in industry.

Publications Overview:
His most recognized work received the "Test of Time" Award from the INFORMS Journal on Computing in 2024, highlighting its lasting impact in operations research and computational methods. His publications span optimization, decision analytics, and management science.

Scientific Awards:

• Woxsen University Chair in Honor of Anuj Mehrotra (2022)
• Multiple Excellence in Teaching Awards (1995–2013)
• Leslie O. Barnes Professorship in Logistics (2003–2018)
• GBSA Professor of the Year (2004)
• School of Business Summer Research Awards (multiple years)
• I.B.M. Mathematical Sciences Graduate Fellowship (1990–1992)

Advising and Grants:
While specific advisees are not listed, Mehrotra has mentored numerous students and professionals through executive programs. He has secured significant research funding, including awards from the University Research Council and industry-sponsored grants such as the Ryder-funded Course Reduction. His collaborations extend to over two dozen Fortune 500 companies.

Labs and Teams:
Mehrotra launched the Tech Talks Business series at Georgia Tech, fostering engagement between academia, industry, and policy leaders. He also played a key role in establishing the Center for Finance and Technology and the Business and Policy Forum at GWU, promoting interdisciplinary collaboration.