Operations Management Degree

The operations management program at University of Wisconsin – Whitewater 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 Wisconsin colleges that offer operations management degrees.

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University of Wisconsin – Whitewater

400 Seventh St. North, La Crosse, WI

UW Whitewater is a public institution located in Whitewater, Wisconsin and provides a large number of degree programs for students. Approximately twelve thousand students are enrolled annually at University of Wisconsin - Whitewater.

Areas of study offered at UW Whitewater include but are not limited to:

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

The admissions process will include the submission of an application, student records, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. The most common exam scores among applicants accepted to UW Whitewater are between 20 - 25 for the ACT exam, or 1310 - 1610 on the SAT. UW Whitewater admits about 80% of applicants. Of those accepted, about 45% enrolled. More information on admissions can be found at uww.edu.

The tuition at UW Whitewater varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay close to $7,900 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $16,000 annually. The price of on-campus housing is about $3,700 annually. This school may help with costs by offering financial aid for students that qualify by way of grants and loans.

The University of Wisconsin - Whitewater "Warhawks" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Sports available:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Football (NCAA Division III)
• Golf (NCAA Division III)

Contact information, tuition information, areas of study, and more may be viewed on school's website at http://www.uww.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Operations Management Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of Wisconsin – Whitewater offers a bachelor'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

Salary & Wages

• La Crosse-Onalaska, WI-MN
  • Total Employment: 50
  • Average Hourly Rate: $50.69
  • Average Annual Salary: $105440

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).