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- Phone: (309) 268-8000
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Operations Management Degree
The operations management program at Potomac College – Washington 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 Illinois colleges that offer operations management degrees.
Potomac College – Washington
1500 West Raab Road, Normal, IL
At Potomac College, we share in your ambitions and goals. In order to deliver only the best education to our students, we have partnered with local businesses and employers to tailor and deliver market-driven curricula to ensure graduates are prepared with the skills necessary to thrive in the real-world. Classes are taught by experienced instructors dedicated to providing the individual attention you need to succeed. At Potomac, we are there for you every step of the way.
Students Enrolled in the Operations Management Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Potomac College – Washington has offered the following academic levels for students:
- Less Than Two-Year Award
- Associate's Degree
Students by Academic Level (2019)
Graduates | |
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Less Than Two-Year Award | 0 |
Associate's Degree | 0 |
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
Students who have completed the Operations Management program at Potomac College – Washington, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below: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
Salary & Wages
- Bloomington, IL
- Total Employment: 90
- Average Hourly Rate: $39.99
- Average Annual Salary: $83190
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
Salary & Wages
- Bloomington, IL
- Total Employment: 40
- Average Hourly Rate: $33.92
- Average Annual Salary: $70560
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).
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may provide a better idea of the students Potomac College – Washington accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Potomac College – Washington may provide services like:- Online course work available
- Classes offered on nights and weekends
- Remedial instructional courses
- Academic counseling for students