Operations Management Degree

The operations management program at Central Connecticut State 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 Connecticut colleges that offer operations management degrees.

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Central Connecticut State University

126 Park Avenue, Bridgeport, CT

Central Connecticut State University is a public institution that has a fair number of degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in New Britain, Connecticut, in a predominantly suburban area. Approximately twelve thousand students are enrolled per year at Central Connecticut State University.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Central Connecticut State University offers:

• Psychology
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Social Sciences
• Communications And Journalism

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, school records, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. Most common exam scores among students accepted to CCSU are between 20 to 22 on the ACT, or 1380 to 1640 on the SAT exam. Central Connecticut State University admits around 60% of students applying. Of those students admitted, nearly 34% of students enrolled. More information on admissions can be found at ccsu.edu.

Tuition & fees at CCSU are different for in-state and nonresidents. In-state tuition costs around $8,900 per year with out-of-state tuition costing $21,000 per year. Housing is available for students and costs approximately $6,300 per year. Students attending Central Connecticut State University may qualify for aid which is typically grants and loans.

The mascot for Central Connecticut State University is the "Blue Devils", and they participate in intercollegiate athletics through the NCAA. Athletic programs that are available include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Basketball (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Football (NCAA Division I-AA)

Students who would like to see more about Central Connecticut State University can visit their website at http://www.ccsu.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Operations Management Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Central Connecticut State University has offered the following academic levels for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

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Students by Gender (2019)

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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).