Industrial engineering (IE) is concerned with the design, improvement and installation of integrated systems of people, materials, information, equipment and energy. It draws upon specialized knowledge and skill in the mathematical, physical, and social sciences together with the principles and methods of engineering analysis and design, to specify, predict, and evaluate the results to be obtained from such systems.[1] Industrial engineering is a branch of engineering that focuses on optimizing complex processes, systems, and organizations by improving efficiency, productivity, and quality. It combines principles from engineering, mathematics, and business to design, analyze, and manage systems that involve people, materials, information, equipment, and energy. Industrial engineers aim to reduce waste, streamline operations, and enhance overall performance across various industries, including manufacturing, healthcare, logistics, and service sectors.

Industrial engineers have a solid base in math and science, but their background in business is what makes them unique and helps them solve real-world problems.

Industrial engineers design and improve the way goods and services are produced and delivered. They collaborate to find ways to save time, money, materials and other resources. Most importantly, they are responsible for improving the overall effectiveness of an organization.

The industrial engineering profession is in high demand across the U.S. and the world because it is used in nearly all industries -- particularly manufacturing, service, health care, energy, transportation and financial organizations.