Area of Study Overview
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The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration BSBA degree program in Operations Management a 120-credit program designed for those employed as line managers and inventory planning and control, as well as those interested in entering the operations field.
What You Will Learn in the BSBA in Operations Management Program
Our BSBA in Operations Management degree develops knowledge and expertise in the analysis, design, and operation of complex management systems. All students pursuing a BSBA in Operations Management must complete a capstone requirement, Strategic Management, which integrates content across the degree program and validates the students' knowledge.
Degree Requirements:
- College Algebra within Intellectual and Practical Skills section of General Education requirements
- Statistics or Quantitative Skills for Business within the Mathematics section of General Education requirements
- How Students Earn Credit in the Area of Study: Courses in this area of study may be completed with Thomas Edison State University courses and/or courses from other regionally accredited colleges. Prior learning assessment PLA and/or examinations may also be used. A total of 18 area of study credits must be from courses at the 300 level or above.
Note
Courses that are devoid of a course code can be accepted in transfer if completed at colleges and universities accredited by the six institutional accrediting agencies recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
In addition, the University offers a host of ways to earn credit for knowledge obtained in non-collegiate settings. Examples include:
- Courses and examinations approved through National College Credit Recommendation Service National CCRS and the American Council on Education ACE College Credit Recommendation Service.
- Military Service
- License and certifications
- Prior Learning Assessment
Credit Distribution
Courses in the Area of Study are listed as a guide. Other courses may satisfy the areas. For TESU course options, please contact an Advisor.
I General Education Requirements (60 Credits)
II. Professional Business Requirements (36 Credits)
III. Area of Study (18 Credits)
A. Required Courses (6 Credits)
B. Operations Management Electives (12 Credits)
IV. Electives (6 Credits)
For TESU course options, go to Elective Courses.
Total Credit Hours: 120