Operations Management Degree

The operations management program at Lawrence Technological 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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Lawrence Technological University (LCC)

610 N Capitol Ave, Lansing, MI

Lawrence Technological University is a nonprofit private college that has a large number of majors and degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Southfield, Michigan, in a predominantly urban area. Enrollment at Lawrence Technological University exceeds 4,500 per year.

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

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Architecture
• Engineering
• Engineering Technology
• Computer And Information Sciences

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and test scores, which are then reviewed by admissions officials. Most students accepted to Lawrence Technological University score in a range of 20 - 27 on the ACT. This school has an acceptance rate of 47 percent of which only 34 percent decided to enroll.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is close to $29,000 for the year. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and therefore students should visit the school's tuition calculator to understand their cost of attendance. Housing may be available for those that want to live on-campus for a cost of $5,500 for the year. Students at this school may be eligible for aid which is generally grants and loans.

Students who would like to view more about Lawrence Technological University may take a look at their website at ltu.edu.

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

Salary & Wages

• Lansing-East Lansing, MI
  • Total Employment: 230
  • Average Hourly Rate: $52.82
  • Average Annual Salary: $109870

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

• Lansing-East Lansing, MI
  • Total Employment: 190
  • Average Hourly Rate: $39.24
  • Average Annual Salary: $81620

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

• Lansing-East Lansing, MI
  • Total Employment: 180
  • Average Hourly Rate: $31.02
  • Average Annual Salary: $64510

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).