Operations Management Degree

The operations management program at Loyola University Chicago 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.

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Loyola University Chicago

8317 W North Avenue, Melrose Park, IL

Loyola University Chicago, a nonprofit private institution, offers a large number of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Chicago, IL, the school offers an urban setting for students to study in. The Roman Catholic affiliation at the school is an important part of the history, education and vision that defines the school. Enrollment at Loyola University Chicago exceeds sixteen thousand per year.

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

• Public Administration And Social Services
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Legal Professions And Studies
• Psychology

To be considered for admissions, students may be asked to fill out an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit school transcripts, which are then studied by the admissions office. An ACT or SAT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores within the range of 1610 to 1950 on the SAT and in a range of 25 to 29 on the ACT is common among students accepted to this school. Roughly 50 percent of all students that applied were admitted at this school, with 20 percent of those accepted choosing to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

The cost of tuition is nearly $37,000 annually. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and therefore students should visit the school's tuition calculator to get a better idea of their cost of attendance. The price of on-campus housing is about $8,300 annually. Loyola University Chicago may provide financial aid for students who are eligible in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

Athletic programs are available at Loyola University Chicago through the NCAA, allowing students to participate in intercollegiate athletics. Sports available may include but not limited to:

• Basketball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Golf (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Soccer (NCAA Division I-AAA)

Contact information, admission forms, areas of study, and more may be accessed on school's website at http://www.luc.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

• Chicago-Naperville-Arlington Heights, IL Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 3
  • Average Hourly Rate: $47.56
  • Average Annual Salary: $98930
• Gary, IN Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 430
  • Average Hourly Rate: $45.89
  • Average Annual Salary: $95440
• Lake County-Kenosha County, IL-WI Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 710
  • Average Hourly Rate: $49.18
  • Average Annual Salary: $102290

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

• Chicago-Naperville-Arlington Heights, IL Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 5
  • Average Hourly Rate: $49.13
  • Average Annual Salary: $102200
• Gary, IN Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 420
  • Average Hourly Rate: $42.74
  • Average Annual Salary: $88900
• Lake County-Kenosha County, IL-WI Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 530
  • Average Hourly Rate: $42.22
  • Average Annual Salary: $87820

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

• Chicago-Naperville-Arlington Heights, IL Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $30.78
  • Average Annual Salary: $64030
• Gary, IN Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 40
  • Average Hourly Rate: $32.87
  • Average Annual Salary: $68370
• Lake County-Kenosha County, IL-WI Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 510
  • Average Hourly Rate: $34.85
  • Average Annual Salary: $72490

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).