Operations Management
Overview
Degrees Offered: BAS
Program Begins: Fall, Spring, Summer
Delivery Method: Online, On Campus
Phone: 701-224-5651 • 800-852-5685
Email: bsc.aeat@bismarckstate.edu
Description
The Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) degree in Operations Management is designed to upskill technical individuals with supervisory proficiencies essential in managing industrial manufacturing, production, automation, food and beverage, and logistics and distribution facilities. The program is designed to serve individuals already working in the industrial workplace or associate degree graduates who want to continue their education. This career-oriented degree prepares graduates to assume greater management roles within these industries. Courses are delivered through online formats, providing greater flexibility for students and their work obligations.
Preparation
To enroll, a student must have completed an Associate in Applied Science degree, Program Certificate, Diploma or an approved and related program from an accredited institution. Previous college coursework, along with industry experience and/or military training, may be considered to determine eligibility. Refer to the Program Admission tab for additional admission requirements.
Computer Requirements
All BSC courses use a Learning Management System (LMS) called Blackboard. Chromebooks, Chrome OS devices, iPads, and mobile devices (iOS, Android phones, tablets) do not allow students to satisfactorily access and complete course content.
Please refer to the Computer Specifications for BSC students.
Program Requirements
Students who complete the curriculum requirements receive a Bachelor of Applied Science degree in Operations Management.
Career Opportunities
Upon completion of the program, students are equipped to plan, direct, or coordinate the industrial work activities and resources necessary for manufacturing products in accordance with cost, quality, and quantity specifications.
Career opportunities: Industrial Production Manager, Operations Manager, Manufacturing Manager, Production Control Manager, Quality Control Manager.
Additional Information
This program receives funding from the U.S. Department of Labor; therefore, veterans and eligible spouses receive priority of service over non-covered persons. (20 CFR 1010)
College Admission
Review BSC's How to Apply page and complete the college admission requirements.
Program Admission
To enroll, a student must have completed an Associate in Applied Science degree, Certificate, or Diploma in Agribusiness, Agriculture Industry and Technology, Automotive Collision Technology, Automotive Technology, Civil Engineering Technology, Diesel Technology, Electric Power Technology, Electrical Transmission System Technology, Electrician Technician, Electronics/Telecommunications Technology, Energy Services and Renewable Technician, Engineering Technology, Industrial Automation & Robotics, Instrumentation & Control Technology, Mechanical Maintenance Technology, Nuclear Power Technology, Petroleum Production Technology, Power Process Technology, Water and Wastewater Technology, Welding or an approved and related program or certificate from an accredited institution.
Previous college coursework, along with industry experience and/or military training, may be considered to determine eligibility.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon graduation, Operations Management students will be able to:
- Demonstrate proficient understanding of the key management and leadership principles that can be employed to optimize efficiency and/or advance quality improvements in industrial and production settings.
- Assess and recommend optimization solutions and strategies within complex production systems that improve safety, quality, and/or operational effectiveness while maintaining best practices and quality standards.
- Demonstrate management leadership and communication skills that foster work environments and cultures centered on safety, teamwork, empowerment, and/or productivity.
- Use data analytics to identify and strategically address operational challenges for automation integration and/or production improvements.