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Bachelor of Science

Operations Management

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Operations Management Degree Program Highlights

Help improve and manage a variety of essential processes that are critical to an organization’s success with a degree in operations management.

Operations management is an essential facet of every industry today. From global supply chains to efficient production lines, operations management is integral to ensuring that products and services are delivered to consumers seamlessly and efficiently. The demand for operations management professionals who can optimize these processes and systems is on the rise.

  • Our Bachelor of Science in Operations Management is crafted with insights from leading industry experts and is continuously revised to reflect the latest trends and methodologies in operations.
  • In this degree in operations, you will explore topics such as operations management, supply chain management, quality control, and more.
  • Upon graduation, you will possess both a comprehensive understanding and specialized expertise in operations management and business that are in high demand.
  • Upon completion of this degree in operations management, there is an opportunity for those who wish to pursue a Master of Business Administration (MBA).
At a glance
120

Credit Hours

4

Years (Avg.)

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Operations management courses are taught on the Cadillac, Muskegon, Owosso and Royal Oak campuses, as well as through Baker Online.

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Why Earn an Operations Management Degree?

In an ever-competitive global market, businesses seek professionals who can optimize processes, ensure efficiency, streamline production, and enhance service delivery. This degree in operations management combines strategic analysis with practical problem-solving and prepares you to be at the forefront of operational excellence, ensuring organizations not only meet but exceed their performance objectives in a sustainable manner.

Curriculum

The Baker College operations management degree is a 4-year, 120-credit hours program. The program includes 30 hours in general education, 60 hours in business and operations management, and 30 hours of elective courses.

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Introduction to Operations Management

Description
Provides an overview of the functional activities necessary for the creation/delivery of goods and services and the operational decisions associated. Topics covered include: safety; productivity; project management; quality standards and management; layout strategies; organizational structures; enterprise resource planning (ERP); supply chain and just in time (JIT); capacity planning; and lean manufacturing principles.

Project Management

Description
Introduces students to the five processes of project management: initiating, planning, executing, controlling and closing. Topics include an overview of the evolution of project management, tools and techniques and the project life cycle. Students will gain experience with the basic techniques of project planning, scheduling, execution and closure.

Manufacturing, Planning and Control

Description
Course addresses key topics in supply chain operations to include capacity planning, process mapping and analysis, manufacturing planning, inventory and quality controls and lean systems.
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Courses for this degree program are available through Baker Online.

100% online, this format offers flexible scheduling with 8-week semesters

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Core courses for this degree program are not offered through Online Live.

For those interested, a selection of general education and prerequisite courses are available through Online Live each semester.

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