Operations Management Degree

The operations management program at Kettering University prepares students for executive level management positions. The program focuses on managing and directing the physical and technical functions of a firm or organization, particularly those relating to development, production, and manufacturing. Program courses include: principles of general management, manufacturing and production systems, plant management, equipment maintenance management, production control, industrial labor relations and skilled trades supervision, strategic manufacturing policy, systems analysis, productivity analysis and cost control, and materials planning. Get more details below including other Michigan colleges that offer operations management degrees.

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Kettering University

62249 Shimmel Rd, Centreville, MI

Kettering University is a nonprofit private institution located in Flint, Michigan and provides a large number of educational opportunities for students. Kettering University has an annual student enrollment of approximately two thousand.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Engineering
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Computer And Information Sciences
• Mathematics And Statistics
• Health And Clinical Professions

The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, student records, and standardized test scores, which are then reviewed by admissions staff. Either the ACT or SAT exam can be taken in order to be able to apply to Kettering University. Scores within the range of 24 - 30 on the ACT or 1160 - 1380 on the SAT are recommended to increase the chance of admission. Roughly 60% of all applicant were accepted at Kettering University, with 16% of those accepted choosing to enroll. More information from the admissions office can be found at admissions.kettering.edu.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is close to $33,000, but may change each year. Students are encouraged to use the school's price of attendance calculator to better understand their personal tuition costs. Housing is available for students, and generally costs around $4,500 each year. This school may offer financial aid for students that are eligible by way of grants and loans.

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Students Enrolled in the Operations Management Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Kettering University offers a master's degree program in operations management.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Computer and Information Systems Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as electronic data processing, information systems, systems analysis, and computer programming.

Industrial Production Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate the work activities and resources necessary for manufacturing products in accordance with cost, quality, and quantity specifications.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, industrial production managers employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -3.7% from 2014 to 2024

Construction Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate, usually through subordinate supervisory personnel, activities concerned with the construction and maintenance of structures, facilities, and systems. Participate in the conceptual development of a construction project and oversee its organization, scheduling, budgeting, and implementation. Includes managers in specialized construction fields, such as carpentry or plumbing.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, construction managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 4.8% from 2014 to 2024

Logisticians

Description

Analyze and coordinate the logistical functions of a firm or organization. Responsible for the entire life cycle of a product, including acquisition, distribution, internal allocation, delivery, and final disposal of resources.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, logisticians employment is expected to grow at a rate of 1.9% from 2014 to 2024

Business Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in business administration and management, such as accounting, finance, human resources, labor and industrial relations, marketing, and operations research. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers

Description

Directly supervise and coordinate the activities of mechanics, installers, and repairers.

First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers

Description

Directly supervise and coordinate the activities of production and operating workers, such as inspectors, precision workers, machine setters and operators, assemblers, fabricators, and plant and system operators.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).