Find out more about Master of Business Administration / Operations Management

Program Details

The Operations Management specialization of The University of Scranton’s online MBA gives you the analytical and problem-solving skills that you will need to succeed in this information and technology-intensive field. This specialized MBA program stresses the foundations of business theory as well as the importance of ethical and sustainable practices, in line with The University’s Jesuit tradition. 

Coursework is designed to teach you how to:

•Make business decisions; this includes learning to apply quantitative approaches and to use computer programs and systems in addressing business decision-making problems.

•Apply accounting techniques and business law principles in a business setting; you will gain a fundamental understanding of business and accounting operations from a legal perspective.

•Make economic and financial business decisions; you will be introduced to micro and macroeconomics and will learn essential skills for making financial decisions and conducting financial analyses.

•Apply marketing and management techniques in a business setting; you will learn essential marketing skills along with the ability to assess workplace resources and to make managerial decisions pertinent to a business’ needs.

•Manage and lead in all aspects of business, which includes operations management, supply chain management, project management, financial management, etc. Courses specifically emphasizing each of these areas and others essential for managerial leadership like organizational behavior are part of the well-rounded curriculum.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Students must have an accredited bachelor’s degree with a minimum 2.75 GPA, as well as 3 or more years of professional work experience. A written response to a business case study may be required for some applicants. You will be informed of your individual requirement after a review of your completed application.

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