In this sense, it could be considered a branch of systems engineering or operations research.
en.wikipedia.org Operations research, mathematical modeling, economics, and organizational behavior, and other related concepts underlie success in almost all areas of management.
en.wikipedia.org Results from operations research and many other quantitative approaches have a similar role to play.
en.wikipedia.org Some schools also apply quantitative analysis, management information systems, organizational behavior, project management, and operations research to the public sector.
en.wikipedia.org He has contributed significantly in the fields of manufacturing and operations management, finance and economics, marketing, industrial engineering, operations research, and optimal control.
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